Overview

Plane is a tense, high-stakes action thriller that follows commercial pilot Brodie Torrance (Gerard Butler), who makes a heroic emergency landing on a remote island after his aircraft is struck by lightning. What seems like a miraculous survival quickly turns into a nightmare when the passengers are taken hostage by violent rebels. With no help in sight, Torrance teams up with Louis Gaspare (Mike Colter) — a convicted fugitive being transported on the flight — to rescue the survivors and fight their way to safety.

Highlights

Gerard Butler delivers another strong, grounded performance as an everyman hero with grit and heart.

Mike Colter brings quiet intensity and mystery, making his ex-con character both dangerous and honorable.

Jean-François Richet directs with tight pacing and sharp tension, balancing realism with explosive action.

The film’s mix of survival, military-style combat, and human courage keeps the adrenaline high.

Practical effects and on-location visuals lend a gritty, authentic feel to the action sequences.

Verdict

Plane is a surprisingly gripping and well-crafted action thriller that delivers exactly what it promises — tension, heroism, and hard-hitting action. With strong chemistry between Butler and Colter and a story that never lets up, it’s one of Gerard Butler’s most entertaining recent outings.

Rating: 7.4/10