The Film
Nickel on the Grass
He spent his career preparing for war. On September 11th,
he discovered the hardest battle would begin after he landed.
A True Story of Duty, Trauma, and Grace
In the tradition of Hacksaw Ridge and Father Stu
The Story
Air National Guard fighter pilot Michael “Hammer” Hall is scrambled on the morning of September 11th toward an order he prays will never come. He survives the day, but he can’t leave it behind. As trauma and survivor’s guilt close in on everything he loves, the one move his training never allowed becomes his only way home: surrender.
A story only one person could tell
Written by a fighter pilot who flew that morning.
Built for the right partner
Production Value
Authentic fighter aircraft access, airline simulator access, and real-world aviation expertise create production value far beyond the budget.
Audience
Built for faith audiences, veterans, first responders, military families, aviation enthusiasts, and mainstream audiences drawn to true stories of courage and redemption.
Attached
Original songs and score by Nashville recording artist Carly Tefft—an artist whose voice of gratitude, resilience, and hope make her the perfect musical partner for Nickel on the Grass.
Carly Tefft
Original songs and score by Nashville recording artist Carly Tefft.
The Mission
“It’s a memorial to those who didn’t make it, a celebration of those who did, and hope for those still battling.”
Marty Richard
The Script
The full screenplay is available to industry professionals on request — every inquiry is read personally.