Fans eagerly following the action thriller Hijack have a reason to celebrate with the release of the Season 2 premiere on Apple TV. Starring Idris Elba, the series continues to captivate audiences, building on the success of its first season. The question of an Idris Elba Hijack future beyond Season 2 remains uncertain, as the star has offered intriguing but cautious remarks about the path ahead.
Idris Elba Discusses the Direction of Hijack Season 2
Idris Elba recently spoke with Radio Times while promoting the new season, sharing insights without revealing too much about the storyline. Balancing a busy schedule that includes directing upcoming films Above the Below and This Is How It Goes, as well as reprising his role as DCI John Luther in a Netflix sequel, Elba’s focus is spread across several projects. This likely contributes to his reserved comments about continuing Hijack beyond its current run.
Season 2 promises to maintain the tension and twists fans have come to expect. Elba teased a sense of mystery surrounding his character Sam Nelson, who navigates intense negotiation scenarios on a different mode of transportation than in Season 1. He shared a playful hint regarding potential cliffhangers in the series:
“I think there is this chase for closure throughout the season. The more that’s revealed from episode 1 all the way to the end, it’s like ‘What? Who? Why?’ I think the satisfying beat at the end is this moment of Sam, dead or alive. Alright, I’m being silly – no!
“We owe it to an audience with the nature of this to give them some answers and Sam wants answers as well. That’s what I think this explosive element is.”
— Idris Elba, Actor
The Evolution of Sam Nelson’s Story in Hijack
In the inaugural season, Sam Nelson used his skillful negotiation tactics to prevent a hijacking aboard a flight flying from Dubai to London. Season 2 ups the stakes with eight episodes available for streaming exclusively through March on Apple TV. Though the setting changes, the series continues delivering nail-biting drama through relentless twists and psychological intensity.
The show remains committed to exploring Sam’s complex character, raising questions about his fate and motivations while offering audiences a layered narrative. This evolution keeps viewers engaged and signals a significant deviation from typical procedural dramas.
Idris Elba Weighs in on the Future beyond Hijacking
Regarding whether the series will extend past Season 2, Elba expressed hesitation, suggesting that stretching the show into a repetitive saga risks diminishing its impact. Rather than turning into a standard procedural where Sam is constantly placed in unbelievable global crises, the focus might shift toward deeper personal exploration.
When asked about continuing the series, Elba admitted uncertainty:
“People ask me about ‘would you do another season?’ and I say I’m not sure how you could,”
He then elaborated on the possibility of expanding the story without relying strictly on hijacking scenarios:
“But actually, I do think that there is another layer of storytelling that it wouldn’t necessarily involve hijacking. At this junction, if you like this series and this story, the hijacks, the hijacking is part of something else, isn’t it?”
“I don’t think we’ll ever come back – we’ll have to drag [co-creator Jim Field Smith] from Barbados – but there’s definitely the man Sam Nelson and what trauma looks like post-something like that and what the residue is. I would be interested in exploring that because it’s another thing, but it wouldn’t necessarily be hijacking.”
— Idris Elba, Actor
Elba’s remarks hint at a potential narrative shift focusing on the psychological aftermath Sam experiences, rather than repeating the high-stakes hijackings that define the show. This approach could add emotional depth and complexity to the character’s journey.
Meet the Main Cast and Their Roles in Hijack
The return of Hijack features Idris Elba reprising his role as Sam Nelson, the skilled negotiator at the center of the intense drama. Alongside him are notable cast members such as Julia Deakin portraying Claire Paxton, Neil Maskell as Stuart Atterton, and Eve Myles in the role of Alice Sinclair. This ensemble supports a tightly woven story that balances action and subtle character development.
