The new Netflix film Carry-On has drawn comparisons to the iconic action movie Die Hard. However, astute viewers may notice that it instead pays homage to the classic disaster film genre, particularly referencing the 1970 film Airport in its climactic moments. The story follows Ethan, who aspires for a promotion right after learning about his girlfriend Nora’s pregnancy. Unfortunately, his assignment to oversee a baggage-scanning lane entangles him in a perilous terrorist plot.
As reported by Deadline, the film achieved remarkable success, racking up 97 million views within its first ten days on Netflix. This milestone makes it the biggest movie launch of 2024 for the platform, positioning it to potentially enter Netflix’s top ten films of all time.
The crux of the villain’s plan hinges on Ethan allowing a dubious carry-on suitcase to pass through security unnoticed. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes evident that the suitcase is carrying a dangerous nerve agent known as Novichok. In a race against time, Ethan strives to prevent the suitcase from boarding a plane, thus averting disaster for the passengers, including Nora. Ultimately, in a gripping finale, Ethan boards the plane to neutralize the threat, leading to a clever nod to the earlier disaster film.
The “Trans Global Airlines”Reference in Carry-On
Trans Global: A Fictional Airline with Historical Ties
In a significant turning point towards the film’s conclusion, Ethan and Nora uncover that the Novichok-laden bag is directed at Trans Global 0610, a flight destined for Washington, D.C. While many viewers might focus on the unfolding suspense, fans of the 1970 film Airport may recognize Trans Global as a fictional airline featured in that classic. This reference underscores the connection between Carry-On and the earlier film’s narrative of high-stakes aviation crises.
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Cast of Carry-On |
Character Role |
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Taron Egerton |
Ethan Dog |
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Jason Bateman |
The Mysterious Traveler |
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Logan Marshall-Green |
Agent Alcott |
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Sofia Carson |
Nora Parisi |
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Danielle Deadwyler |
Elena Cole |
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Theo Rossi |
The Mysterious Watcher |
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Dean Norris |
Phil Sarkowski |
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Sinqua Walls |
Jason Noble |
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Josh Brener |
Herschel |
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Curtiss Cook |
Lionel Williams |
The narrative of Airport revolves around Mel Bakersfeld, played by Burt Lancaster, who struggles to maintain order at a fictional Chicago airport amidst a snowstorm and a suicide bomber’s threat mid-flight. This film laid the groundwork for the disaster genre and its themes resonate through many subsequent films, including Carry-On, which intelligently references Airport by incorporating the same airline and a similar crisis involving a weapon aboard an aircraft.
The Transformative Impact of Airport (1970) on Disaster Films
Airport: A Catalyst for Future Aviation Disaster Films
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The influence of Airport on the disaster movie genre is undeniable; its success inspired a multitude of following works featuring planes in peril. With a staggering box office gross of over $128 million against a modest budget of $10 million, it garnered numerous accolades, including an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for Helen Hayes. Featured in productions such as Air Force One and more contemporary films, the legacy of Airport continues to shape narratives like that of Carry-On.
Source: Deadline
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