Hijack, a 2023 British thriller series, plunges passengers on a Kingdom Airlines aircraft KA29 from Dubai to London into a terrible predicament. Mid-air, the seemingly routine voyage takes a dramatic turn as a group of hijackers seize possession of the plane.
The narrative develops on two fronts: the terrible battle for survival on board and the frenzied attempts of authorities on the ground. Sam Nelson, a talented negotiator aboard the trip for personal reasons, emerges as a possible rescuer. He utilizes his business skills and calm attitude to attempt to talk with the hijackers and organize a peaceful conclusion.
Meanwhile, on the ground, air traffic controllers and counter-terrorism groups work to determine the hijackers’ motivations and formulate a plan. The clock ticks as they confront a heartbreaking decision: prioritize the safety of everyone on board or take severe measures to avoid a disaster.
The hijack occurs in real time, increasing stress as the seven-hour journey progresses. As Sam dives more into the hijackers’ scheme and hidden objectives become clear, relationships alter and the passengers are forced to make terrible decisions. Will Sam’s negotiating abilities be enough to prevent disaster, or will the hijacking be a tragedy?