The film has been described by Sandilands as ‘Snakes on a Plane, but with zombies’.

Kyle Sandilands

In a career twist even his younger self might not have believed, Kyle Sandilands is making his big-screen debut, as himself (of course), in an upcoming action-comedy titled Zombie Plane.

Revealed live on-air during The Kyle & Jackie O Show this morning, Sandilands confirmed he’ll be joining an eclectic ensemble of celebrities including Chuck Norris, Ice-T, Bob Geldof, and Vanilla Ice in a tongue-in-cheek genre mashup.

The film, described by Sandilands as “Snakes on a Plane, but with zombies,” follows a high-stakes, undead-infested flight from Sydney to Los Angeles, where celebrity passengers moonlight as secret agents tasked with saving humanity.

An eclectic cast with unexpected local ties

While Zombie Plane features a roster of international names, it also brings in several recognisable Australian stars, with the likes of Sophie Monk, Cody Simpson, Amy Shark, and John Jarratt all set to appear alongside Sandilands.

“Have you ever heard of a better plot?” Sandilands asked his co-host Jackie O on-air. “It’s a big budget. Real sets. No green screen. I’m actually out on the water on a super yacht.”

His character, true to form, is a rich version of himself , smoking cigars, sipping whiskey, and lounging aboard a luxury vessel before being roped into the plot by Ice-T, who apparently arrives via submarine to enlist Sandilands’ help with a critical “instrumentation situation.”

No audition needed

Sandilands revealed he didn’t audition for the part, producers approached him directly. “I said to Bruno, ring up the jet, get the pilot ready. And he’s like, ‘Oh no, they’re paying for business class flights.’ I said, ‘Commercial? Please,’” he laughed.

While details of the film’s distribution and production companies are still under wraps, Sandilands confirmed that wardrobe, travel, and staffing were all covered.

“I’ve got the wardrobe and my own staff and everything,” he said, adding that the script is under embargo, though he has seen it.

“It’s got the Oscars written all over it!” Jackie O teased on air.

“Well, look, Jackie,” Sandilands replied, only half-joking, “I’m actually picking out my Oscars outfit now. Who’s doing the soundtrack? Flo Rida. Hello. Everything’s lined up for success here. We’ll be going to Cannes, probably. We’ll be going to all the film festivals, probably. Move over, Leo. You’ve had your turn. It’s Sandilands’ turn.”