John Travolta's Terrifying Near-Death Experience Inspires 'The Shepherd'

John Travolta revealed that his near-death experience while flying a plane with his family on board in 1992 inspired him to adapt Frederick Forsyth's novel, "The Shepherd," into a film. The incident, which involved a total electrical failure, led Travolta to make a miraculous landing, similar to the plot of the book. Travolta's personal connection to the story, combined with his passion for aviation, prompted him to acquire the screen rights to the novel. After a long wait, the film adaptation, titled "The Shepherd," will be released on Disney+ on December 1st.