United 93

United 93

Year: 2006

Runtime: 111 min

Language: English

Director: Paul Greengrass

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In a gripping drama, acclaimed filmmaker Paul Greengrass masterfully reenacts the heroic story of United Flight 93, where passengers and crew, families on the ground, and flight controllers unite in defiance against the dawn of terror on September 11, 2001.

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Timeline – United 93 (2006)
Trace every key event in United 93 (2006) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Hijackers Pray

On the morning of September 11, 2001, the hijackers are seen engaged in prayer in their hotel room. This moment signifies their commitment to the mission they are about to undertake.

September 11, 2001 Hotel Room
2

Flight 93 Boards

Passengers and crew board United Airlines Flight 93, unwittingly sharing the space with the hijackers. The flight is preparing for takeoff as the hijackers finalize their plans.

Newark Liberty International Airport
3

Flight Delays

Flight 93 encounters heavy rush hour traffic, leading to a brief delay before takeoff. Meanwhile, the other three hijackings are successful and take place without incident.

Newark Liberty International Airport
4

Flight Takes Off

Flight 93 finally takes off and ascends over Manhattan. Ziad Jarrah gives a last glance at the iconic World Trade Center as they head further into their flight.

Over Manhattan
5

First Plane Crash

Air traffic controllers observe Flight 11 veering towards New York City, but they remain unaware of the impending disaster. The plane descends and crashes into the North Tower of the World Trade Center.

Morning, September 11, 2001 North Tower, WTC
6

CNN Broadcasts Disaster

CNN airs the first footage of smoke billowing from the North Tower, sparking panic among viewers. The reality of the situation begins to unfold as the gravity of the attacks becomes apparent.

Television Broadcast
7

Second Plane Crash

While controllers scramble to assess the ongoing crisis, they witness United Airlines Flight 175 crashing into the South Tower. This event solidifies their understanding of the coordinated attacks.

Morning, September 11, 2001 South Tower, WTC
8

Flight 77 Hijacked

In a parallel strike, American Airlines Flight 77 is hijacked, with news running rampant about the situation. U.S. Air Force officials consider drastic measures, including the potential to shoot down the hijacked planes.

Unknown
9

News Reaches Flight 93

The hijackers aboard Flight 93 learn about the attacks on the World Trade Center and identify their next target. They begin to prepare for their own assault on the aircraft, escalating the situation.

Flight 93
10

Grounding Orders Issued

Ben Sliney and his team face difficulties coordinating with the Air Force due to limited resources. In a critical decision, Sliney orders the grounding of all flights in U.S. airspace.

FAA Command Center
11

Passengers Learn Truth

Passengers onboard Flight 93 make phone calls to their loved ones, receiving distressing news about the hijackings. Coming together, they resolve that inaction will lead to certain death and strategize to reclaim the plane.

Flight 93
12

Preparing for Counterattack

Passengers work together to improvise weapons using everyday items. They rely on the limited flight experience of a fellow passenger to plan a counterattack against the hijackers.

Flight 93
13

Battle for Control

In a sequence of life-and-death struggles, the passengers overpower the hijacker who claims to have a bomb. They musters all their courage and begin infiltrating the cockpit.

Flight 93
14

Desperate Fight

A fight ensues as the determined passengers confront the hijackers in the cockpit, leading to a violent struggle for control of the aircraft. The plane starts to nosedive as the situation escalates.

Flight 93
15

Flight 93 Crashes

Despite their brave efforts, Flight 93 crashes into an open field, marking a significant and tragic culmination in the events of that day. The actions of the passengers leave a lasting impact on history.

September 11, 2001 Shanksville, Pennsylvania

Last Updated: November 08, 2024 at 02:16

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