Idris Elba’s “intense and entertaining” binge-worthy thriller gets “intentional” change for season 2

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Idris Elba has given fans a hint of what to expect in the second season of Hijack. He’ll be returning as Sam Nelson, and he says his character’s new appearance is a deliberate choice.

In an interview with Deadline, Idris Elba explained that he deliberately portrayed his character differently this season, both mentally and physically. He wanted to show a visibly changed man compared to Season 1, and this was done to reflect the character’s internal struggles and search for answers, revealing him as a deeply broken individual.

The show’s director and co-creator, Jim Field Smith, explained they wanted a dramatically changed Sam at the start of Season 2. He said the intention was for viewers to immediately notice a stark difference from the Sam Nelson they knew in Season 1, wondering what had happened to him.

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We don’t know much about Sam’s storyline in the second season yet, but the plane hijacking from season one deeply affected him. So, when he unexpectedly finds himself in another crisis – this time on the Berlin subway – it throws his life into chaos.

The second season of Hijack follows a tense hostage situation on a Berlin subway train. As authorities race to rescue hundreds of passengers, Sam Nelson (Idris Elba) finds himself caught in the middle, where a single mistake could have devastating consequences.

Idris Elba returns for the second season, joined by familiar faces Christine Adams, Max Beesley, and Archie Panjabi. The cast also welcomes newcomers Christian Näthe, Clare-Hope Ashitey, Lisa Vicari, Toby Jones, Karima McAdams, and Christiane Paul.

Apple TV+’s drama Hijack, which premiered in 2023, has quickly become a popular hit with viewers and critics alike. The first season received a ‘Certified Fresh’ rating of 90% on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating widespread positive reviews.

Reviews for Hijack were generally positive. The Daily Telegraph called it “a lightweight but irresistible new thriller,” and Rolling Stone praised its engaging story and suspense, noting that Idris Elba and the production team kept the tension high throughout the series.

Cinéfilo Serial agreed, describing the film as a gripping and fun thriller. They praised its clever plot twists, the way the story connects multiple characters and locations, and the believable performances from the actors.

Season two of Hijack will land on Apple TV+ on January 14.

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2026-01-11 15:20