The Ambush

2021·Movie
1h 50min·R
59
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.1Metacritic63–Rotten Tomatoes–48%

Where to watch

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The Ambush fingerprint

High energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Tension7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Catharsis6
  • Melancholy5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

History and war

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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You want something quiet and calm

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About

They will bring their brothers home by any means necessary.

It is the winter of 2018, the men and women of the UAE military are deployed to provide aid. At the Mocha Base, spirits are high as three Emirati soldiers anticipate an imminent return home. While on their final routine patrol, the three soldiers, Ali, Bilal and Hindasi are ambushed by heavily armed militants on their route, through a narrow canyon. Trapped, wounded, and out of communication range, the three soldiers realize the gravity of their situation. They are running out of options, munitions - and time. Back at the base, their commander receives word and realizes that the assault on the UAE army patrol was premeditated. A rescue mission is quickly put into action, but will air and land support reach the men in time, and will they survive?
War FilmMiddle EastMilitary ActionAmbushSurvivalUAE MilitaryTenseFast-Paced2018

Crew

Directed by:
Pierre Morel
Written by:
Kurtis Birtell, Brandon Birtell
Produced by:
Jennifer Roth, Derek Dauchy, Marco Calabrese
Composed by:
Harry Gregson-Williams

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Ambush

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Ambush legally?

PrimePeacockKanopyHooplaFandango at Home FreePluto TVPlexPeacock Premium+

The Ambush is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Ambush worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6.1 and Metacritic 63). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Ambush rated?

RViolence

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Ambush?

1 h 50 min

The Ambush runs 1 h 50 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Ambush?

Critics63
Audiences55

Not quite. Critics rate The Ambush higher (63) than audiences (55). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was The Ambush a box office hit?

Budget$40 million
Box office$5 million

No. It cost about $40 million to make and earned $5 million worldwide, 13% of its budget.

What language is The Ambush in?

Arabic

It was made in Arabic. Produced in United Arab Emirates.

In how many countries can I watch The Ambush?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Ambush in 27 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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