Charles Okpaleke’s Hijack ’93 to Premiere on Netflix This October
Netflix has unveiled the trailer for Hijack ’93, a historical drama directed by Charles Okpaleke, set for release on October 25, 2024. Following the success of earlier Play Network productions like Blood Vessel and Glamour Girls, Hijack ‘93 reflects Netflix’s commitment to presenting genuine Nigerian narratives.
The movie reimagines the 1993 hijacking of a Nigerian Airways flight by a group of young Nigerians. “Such historic events are essential to our nation’s history and must be shared with future generations,” stated Charles Okpaleke, the producer and co-founder of Play Network Studios.
“‘Hijack ’93 is a fictional retelling inspired by the real-life hijacking of a Nigerian Airways flight in 1993 by a group of Nigerian teenagers. These pivotal events, which shaped our nation’s history, risk being forgotten over time. As a filmmaker, my goal is to preserve and share authentic African stories with a global audience,” Okpaleke added.
The film features a mix of established stars and fresh talent. Veteran actors like Bob Manuel, John Dumelo, Sharon Ooja, Nancy Isime, Jemima Osunde, and Efa Iwara headline the cast. New faces such as Adam Garba, Allison Emmanuel, Oluwaseyi Akinola, and Nnamdi Agbo take on the roles of the hijackers.
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