America experiences a captivating false UFO crisis, depicted in a fresh Netflix documentary
In October 2009, America was gripped by a unique emergency - a homemade flying saucer reportedly took off from a local man's backyard with a six-year-old boy named Falcon Heene inside. This extraordinary event, now the subject of a new documentary, is the focus of Netflix's latest release, Trainwreck: Balloon Boy.
The documentary, part of the Trainwreck series, delves into the story of the helium-filled balloon that drifted for 90 minutes before coming down near Denver International Airport, causing it to be shut down during the incident. Millions watched on TV as National Guard helicopters pursued the balloon, and the drama unfolded live.
Falcon Heene, now grown, is interviewed in the documentary, providing insights into his impact at the age of six, affecting the state of the country. His father, Richard Heene, reflects on the criticism they faced, stating that he solely wanted to create a fantastic project for the children.
Rumors of a hoax began to circulate after it was revealed that Richard Heene and his wife, Mayumi, had been pitching a reality TV show idea. The pair were given short jail sentences but were later pardoned by the governor of Colorado in 2020.
The trailer for Trainwreck: Balloon Boy includes family footage of them working on the flying saucer, as well as an interview with Falcon. It's a fascinating look at the behind-the-scenes of this extraordinary event, offering a unique perspective on the incident.
If you're a fan of true-crime documentaries or just want to revisit this bizarre chapter in American history, Trainwreck: Balloon Boy is currently available on Netflix. For more series to enjoy, check out our best shows on Netflix guide.
Another documentary in the Trainwreck series is The Poop Cruise, about a cruise where many things went wrong. If you're intrigued by the Trainwreck series, The Poop Cruise is a must-watch.
Trainwreck: Balloon Boy is the latest in a series of Trainwreck documentary series, each offering a unique and captivating look at extraordinary events. Don't miss out on this gripping documentary.
