6.5
Where can I stream Ambush legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for Ambush in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
Ambush
1950·Movie
·1h 30min·
Ambush fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Adrenaline6
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Romance4
- Hopefulness4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy2
- Situational Comedy1
World
History
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
LowHistory
Its world is built around history.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
M-G-M's Great Drama of the Adventurous West!
A Westerner searches for a white woman held by the Apaches.
Classic WesternFrontier AdventureSearch & RescueConflict & ConfrontationOld West SettingHigh Stakes MissionIntriguing MysteryPioneer SpiritTense JourneyAction-Oriented
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Loading video…
Questions about Ambush
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Ambush worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.5 and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Ambush rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Ambush?
1 h 30 min
Ambush runs 1 h 30 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Ambush?
Critics70
Audiences69
Yes. Critics average 70 and audiences 69 out of 100, so both groups see Ambush much the same way.
What language is Ambush in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Ambush use?
WuxiaMs. FanserviceNon-Lethal K.O.Villainous RescueBooby TrapPlot-Irrelevant VillainUnpleasant Parent RevealWaterfall ShowerIn a Single BoundHoist by His Own PetardArrow CatchEvil vs. Eviland 28 more
TV Tropes lists 40 storytelling tropes for Ambush, including Wuxia, Ms. Fanservice, Non-Lethal K.O..