American Skyjacker
Synopsis
The true tale of Martin McNally, a man who hijacked an American Airlines plane in 1972 in an attempt to repeat what the infamous DB Cooper did 6 months prior, and led authorities on a 5 day manhunt across the country. However this was just the beginning of one of the wildest true crime stories ever. This is the documentary version of the Top 20 Apple podcast American Skyjacker.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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AMERICAN SKYJACKER | Official Trailer (2025)
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-07-26
Top Cast
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Martin McNally
Self
Logan Spahitz
Martin 'Mac' McNally
Angela Barber
District Attorney(credit only)
Danté Belardinelli
Jim Petty
Marisa Bertani
Sarah
Kevin Bohleber
Walter Petlikowski
Morgan Bradley
Sharon Matiyow
Jade Bryant
Flight Attendant #2
Cameron Cipolla
Flight Attendant #3
Kylie Cipolla
Cindy
Brendan Cobia
Jim Nelson
Lisa Cole
Barbara Oswald
Joey Copsey
Bill Gavin
Dawson Grau
Allen Barklage
JJ Herz
Robin Oswald(as Jenna Herz)
Jordan Kaplan
1970s Guy
Maddie Lane
Flight Attendant #1
Adam Lebowitz-Lockard
James Paulzak
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 13, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eli Kooris, Joshua Shaffer
- Screenplay & Story
- Eli Kooris, Joshua Shaffer
- Original Title
- American Skyjacker
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Pegalo Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eli Kooris, Joshua Shaffer
Eli Kooris, Joshua Shaffer
Department Leadership Roster
Eli Kooris
Director
Eli Kooris
Writer
Joshua Shaffer
Director
Joshua Shaffer
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About American Skyjacker
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What is American Skyjacker about?
The true tale of Martin McNally, a man who hijacked an American Airlines plane in 1972 in an attempt to repeat what the infamous DB Cooper did 6 months prior, and led authorities on a 5 day manhunt across the country. However this was just the beginning of one of the wildest true crime stories ever. This is the documentary version of the Top 20 Apple podcast American Skyjacker.
Who directed American Skyjacker?
American Skyjacker was directed by Eli Kooris, Joshua Shaffer.
Who stars in American Skyjacker?
The principal cast of American Skyjacker includes Martin McNally, Logan Spahitz, Angela Barber, Danté Belardinelli, Marisa Bertani.
When was American Skyjacker released and how long is it?
American Skyjacker was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.