
The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker
2023·Movie·1h 27m15
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.
- Directed by
- Colette Camden
- Original language
- English
- Released
- 10 January 2023
Where to Watch
Availability in the US · Subtitle and audio track data
Cast

Caleb 'Kai' McGillvary
Self - Viral Internet Personality
- JR
Jessob Reisbeck
Self - KMPH News Anchor
- BM
Brad Mulcahy
Self - Human Interest Researcher, Jimmy Kimmel Live!
- LS
Lisa Samsky
Self - Reality TV Brand Manager
- JS
Jeff Stricker
Self - Former Homicide Detective, Fresno County Sheriff's Office
- GF
Gabriel Francisco
Self - Singer for The Redcoats
- TM
Tony Martin
Self - Manager, Fulton 55
- JM
Jeremy McGillvary Wolfe
Self - Kai's Cousin
- SM
Shirley McGillvary
Self - Kai's Mom
- BE
Bob Ellenport
Self - Friend/Neighbor of Joe Galfy
- SP
Sandy Panman
Self - Joe's Friend
- JH
John Holl
Self - Director of Communications
