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The Ambulance

1990·Movie
1h 36min·R

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness4
  • Pathos3
  • Catharsis3

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Absurdist Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, mystery, and crime

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

You'll be in perfect health before you die.

One minute Josh Baker is meeting the woman of his dreams. The next, he's watching her whisked away by a mysterious ambulance that never arrives at the local hospital. Doubted by the police, Josh is forced to carry on a one-man crusade that leads to a discovery more frightening than his worst fears.
Conspiracy ThrillerMysteryNew York CityFast-PacedUnderdog ProtagonistIntrigueCaper1990s

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Ambulance legally?

The Ambulance is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Ambulance worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Ambulance rated?

R

It's rated R in the United States.

How long is The Ambulance?

1 h 36 min

The Ambulance runs 1 h 36 min.

What language is The Ambulance in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Ambulance?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Ambulance in 32 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Ambulance use?

All for NothingBury Your DisabledBerserk ButtonCar FuClear My NameCool CarCop KillerThe CameoShout-OutYou Have to Believe Me!Death by AmbulanceImmune to Bulletsand 10 more

TV Tropes lists 22 storytelling tropes for The Ambulance, including All for Nothing, Bury Your Disabled, Berserk Button.