Amber Alert will be released in theaters on Friday, September 27, 2024. The film follows a tense car chase as two unlikely heroes, Shane and Jaq, attempt to rescue a kidnapped child.
Set against the backdrop of an urgent amber alert, the movie trailer teases a tense, high-stakes car chase. It opens with the chilling abduction of Charlotte Bryce, setting a tense, urgent atmosphere. Shane and Jacqueline quickly realize they're tailing the kidnapper’s car and must act fast.
As they frantically call 911, quick cuts show a high-speed chase, with the danger intensifying. By the end of the trailer, the viewers hear a warning, "If we don’t find him, she’ll be gone forever."
The movie cast includes Hayden Panettiere, Tyler James Williams, Kevin Dunn, Saidah Arrika Ekulona, Katie McClellan, Tommy Kramer, and others.
Exploring the main cast of Amber Alert
1) Hayden Panettiere as Jacqueline
Panettiere as Jaq, is the brave passenger who helps Shane chase down the kidnapper. She is popular for her unforgettable roles in Heroes, Scream, and Nashville, which earned her two Golden Globe nominations. Other than that, some of her notable works include Remember the Titans, I Love You, Beth Cooper, and Amanda Knox: Murder on Trial in Italy.
2) Tyler James Williams as Shane
Williams plays Shane, the rideshare driver. His character, alongside Jacqueline, follows the kidnapper’s car, keeping police informed while navigating intense situations.
Tyler gained fame portraying Chris Rock in Everybody Hates Chris (2005–2009), which established him as a talented actor. Later, he starred in Disney Channel's Let It Shine (2012) as songwriter Cyrus DeBarge and appeared as Noah in The Walking Dead. Williams's diverse roles showcase his range and versatility in both comedy and drama.
3) Kevin Dunn as Sergeant Casey
Kevin, in the role of Sergeant Casey, portrays a law enforcement officer trying to coordinate the rescue. Dunn portrayed memorable characters like Ron Witwicky in the Transformers series, Stuart Abernathy in Small Soldiers, and Ben Cafferty in Veep.
His roles in Dave, Godzilla, and Unstoppable highlight his range in drama and comedy. Dunn's recurring appearances in True Detective and The Mosquito Coast showcase his continued success across decades.
The supporting cast in Amber Alert
The supporting cast in Amber Alert includes a mix of experienced actors and fresh faces. Katie McClellan portrays Monica Bryce, Charlotte’s mother, and her emotional portrayal drives home the urgency of the child’s abduction.
Saidah Arrika Ekulona plays Cici, a supporting character whose interactions with the leads add emotional weight to the film. She has a distinguished career with roles in Ratched and Bull. She played six roles in Law & Order. Notably, she originated the role of Mama Nadi in the Pulitzer Prize-winning play Ruined, earning multiple awards including an Obie and Lucille Lortel Award.
Tommy Kramer and Sean Ramey have minor but impactful roles in the film. Kruz Valero and Ducky Cash play smaller parts that enrich the movie’s environment. Cash’s portrayal of Charlotte is innocent yet compelling.
Kurt Oberhaus plays the chilling antagonist, "The Man." His cold and calculating performance adds layers of fear to the chase, elevating the stakes of the entire movie. Other roles, like that of Victoria Winn and Jeffery Croft II, bring additional realism to the high-tension world of the film.
The production team of Amber Alert
The movie also boasts a talented production team led by Kerry Bellessa, who directed and wrote the film.
Summer Bellessa, along with other key producers like David Gendron and Hayden Panettiere, ensured the movie’s high production quality.
Amber Alert’s cinematography by Luka Bazeli captures the fast-paced action and dramatic tension, making each scene feel immediate and real. The casting, managed by Jessica Kelly and Stacey Rice, brings together an ensemble of actors to contribute to the film's plot.