Hijack

Created by the UK’s George Kay and co-directed by Brits Jim Field Smith and Mo Ali, this taut action thriller plays out hour by hour, in the vein of 24. Idris Elba is supported by an abundance of UK talent including Christine Adams and Max Beesley. Co-produced by British outfits, 60Forty Films, Green Door Pictures and Idiotlamp Productions.

Directors

Jim Field Smith
Mo Ali

Writers

Jim Field Smith
George Kay

Cast

Idris Elba
Archie Panjgabi
Christine Adams
Max Beesley
Neil Maskell

Synopsis

When a London-bound flight is hijacked during the seven-hour journey from Dubai, business negotiator Sam Nelson (Idris Elba) must utilise his professional skills to try and save the lives of those on board. Meanwhile, counter-terrorist Zahra Gahfoor (Archie Panjgabi) leads the investigation on the ground, trying to intercept the flight and bring the passengers to safety.