Ambush (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1950, Ambush is a western film directed by Sam Wood, running about 90 minutes. “M-G-M's Great Drama of the Adventurous West!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Westerner searches for a white woman held by the Apaches.
Who’s in it. Ambush stars Robert Taylor as Ward Kinsman, John Hodiak as Capt. Ben Lorrison, Arlene Dahl as Ann Duverall and Don Taylor as Lt. Linus Delaney, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Ambush has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ambush page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ambush tend to enjoy The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Django Unchained, Once Upon a Time in the West and For a Few Dollars More.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ambush (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ambush change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ambush worth watching?
- Ambush holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ambush?
- Ambush stars Robert Taylor, John Hodiak, Arlene Dahl, Don Taylor and Jean Hagen.
- When was Ambush released?
- Ambush was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.