Hijack (2023)
A high-altitude thriller starring Idris Elba as a negotiator fighting for survival aboard a hijacked flight.
Hijack - Series Information
- Original Title: Hijack
- First Air Year: 2023
- Last Air Year: 2026
- Created by: George Kay, Jim Field Smith
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 15
- Status: Returning Series
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: German, English, Arabic, Hungarian, Malayalam
- First Air Date: June 28, 2023 (United States - TV-MA), June 28, 2023 (Canada - 18+), June 28, 2023 (United Kingdom - 15), June 28, 2023 (Germany - 16), June 28, 2023 (France - 12), June 28, 2023 (India - A), June 28, 2023 (Australia - M), June 28, 2023 (Brazil - 14), June 28, 2023 (Mexico - B-15), June 28, 2023 (Italy - VM14), June 28, 2023 (Spain - 16), June 28, 2023 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: Apple TV
- Alternative Titles: H/jack (UK), חטיפה (IL), Sequestro no Ar (BR), H/JACK (NL), Secuestro en el aire (ES), 高空歷劫 7 小時 (HK), 劫机七小时 (CN), Αεροπειρατεία (GR)
- Production Companies: Green Door Pictures, 60Forty Films, Idiotlamp Productions
- Production Countries: United Kingdom
Hijack - Plot
Expert negotiator Sam Nelson is in for the ride of his life—and so is everyone on board with him—after a group of hijackers take control. Sam will try every move in his playbook to take them down...as the stakes grow higher by the second.
Hijack - Trailer
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Who can you trust when it's all on the line?
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Hijack - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- George Kay
- Jim Field Smith
Main Cast
- Idris Elba
- Christine Adams
- Max Beesley
- Albrecht Schuch
- Christian Näthe
- Clare-Hope Ashitey
- Lisa Vicari
- Dejan Bućin
- Karima McAdams
- Jasmine Bayes
Writers
- George Kay
- Guy Bolton
- Fred Fernandez Armesto
- James Dormer
- Catherine Moulton
Executive Producers
- Idris Elba
- Jim Field Smith
- Jamie Laurenson
- Hakan Kousetta
- Kris Thykier
Hijack - FAQs
Where can you stream Hijack online?
Hijack is available to stream on Apple TV+. It can also be accessed via the Apple TV Amazon Channel add-on and, in some regions, through Amazon Prime Video. An Apple TV+ subscription is the most direct way to watch all episodes of both seasons.
Will there be a Season 2 of Hijack?
Yes. Hijack has been renewed for a second season, which is currently in production. Season 2 consists of 8 episodes and is expected to air in 2026, bringing the total episode count across both seasons to 15.
Who plays Sam Nelson in Hijack?
Idris Elba plays Sam Nelson, the quick-thinking expert negotiator at the centre of the series. Elba also serves as an executive producer on the show. The supporting cast includes Christine Adams, Max Beesley, Clare-Hope Ashitey, and Albrecht Schuch.
Is Hijack based on a true story?
No, Hijack is not based on a true story. It is an original fictional thriller created by George Kay and Jim Field Smith. The series draws on real-world aviation tension and negotiation tactics for authenticity, but the plot and characters are entirely invented.
What is the content rating for Hijack?
Hijack is rated TV-MA in the United States, making it suitable for mature audiences only. International ratings include 18+ in Canada, 15 in the United Kingdom, 16 in Germany, and 12 in France, reflecting its intense thriller content.
How many episodes does Hijack have in total?
Hijack has 15 episodes across two seasons. Season 1 consists of 7 episodes, which aired in 2023. Season 2 adds 8 episodes and is expected in 2026. The series airs exclusively on Apple TV+.
Who created the Apple TV+ series Hijack?
Hijack was created by George Kay and Jim Field Smith. Kay is the primary writer, while Field Smith also directs and executive produces. The series is produced by Green Door Pictures, 60Forty Films, and Idiotlamp Productions for Apple TV+.
How was Hijack received by critics and audiences?
Hijack was very well received, earning strong reviews for its relentless pacing and Idris Elba's commanding performance. Critics praised its real-time tension and lean storytelling. It holds a certified fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes and was one of Apple TV+'s most-watched originals of 2023.
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