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The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker
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The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker

2023-01-10 · 87 min · ★ 6.2

Crime · Documentary

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.

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Directors
Colette Camden
Production companies
RAW
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Caleb 'Kai' McGillvaryCaleb 'Kai' McGillvarySelf - Viral Internet Personality
Jessob ReisbeckSelf - KMPH News Anchor
Brad MulcahySelf - Human Interest Researcher, Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Lisa SamskySelf - Reality TV Brand Manager
Jeff StrickerSelf - Former Homicide Detective, Fresno County Sheriff's Office
Gabriel FranciscoSelf - Singer for The Redcoats
Tony MartinSelf - Manager, Fulton 55
Jeremy McGillvary WolfeSelf - Kai's Cousin
Shirley McGillvarySelf - Kai's Mom
Bob EllenportSelf - Friend/Neighbor of Joe Galfy
Sandy PanmanSelf - Joe's Friend
John HollSelf - Director of Communications
Dean MarcantonioSelf - Union County Prosecutor's Office
Rob HendersonSelf - Union County Prosecutor's Office
Ted RomankowSelf - Union County Prosecutor

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