The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker

Synopsis

After Kai saves a woman's life, he turns into an overnight hero and viral sensation — until disturbing truths about his erratic behavior come to light. This shocking documentary chronicles a happy-go-lucky nomad's ascent to viral stardom and the resulting steep downward spiral.

Details

Director

Colette Camden

Release

January 10, 2023

Status

Released

Country

United States of America

Network

RAW

Runtime

1h 27m

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Where to watch

Streaming data by JustWatch

Cast

• 
  Caleb 'Kai' McGillvary

  Self - Viral Internet Personality
• Jessob Reisbeck

  Self - KMPH News Anchor
• Brad Mulcahy

  Self - Human Interest Researcher, Jimmy Kimmel Live!
• Lisa Samsky

  Self - Reality TV Brand Manager
• Jeff Stricker

  Self - Former Homicide Detective, Fresno County Sheriff's Office
• Gabriel Francisco

  Self - Singer for The Redcoats
• Tony Martin

  Self - Manager, Fulton 55
• Jeremy McGillvary Wolfe

  Self - Kai's Cousin
• Shirley McGillvary

  Self - Kai's Mom
• Bob Ellenport

  Self - Friend/Neighbor of Joe Galfy
• Sandy Panman

  Self - Joe's Friend
• John Holl

  Self - Director of Communications

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