CinemaOSMovie · 2023 · 1h 27m · R
The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker
62%(172)IMDbCrimeDocumentary

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.

Directed byColette Camden

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 27m
Language
EN
Released
January 10, 2023
Studios
RAW

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Cast & crew

10 credited
Starring
Caleb 'Kai' McGillvary

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

Creative team
Directed by
Colette Camden
Written by
Colette Camden
Produced by
Suzanne Mitchell

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