#SKYKING

This documentary follows the story of Richard Beebo Russell, a twenty-eight-year-old ground service agent for Horizon Air. In a surprising turn of events, Russell arrived at work and stole a plane valued at 33 million dollars, flying over the Pacific Northwest. The film explores this flight as a reflection of the struggles, hopes, and desperation facing the American working class, while examining the broader mental health crisis within the United States.

The film was produced by Fifth Season and ABC News Studios. It was directed by Patricia E. Gillespie, who previously directed They Called Him Mostly Harmless in 2024 and The Secrets We Bury in 2025. The production was also produced by Christopher G. Cowen. The documentary features archive footage of Richard Russell appearing as himself. Since its release on March 12, 2026, the film has maintained a rating of 7.3/10 on TMDB based on 25 votes.