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Danger One (2018): Cast, Ratings & Plot

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Danger One is a 2018 action thriller directed by Tom Oesch, starring Tom Everett Scott as Dean, James Jurdi and Denis O'Hare. It runs 1 hour 41 minutes. IMDb users rate it 5.5/10.

IMDb rating
5.5/10
Echo Score
61
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Danger One (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 41m (101 min)
Director
Tom Oesch
Genres
Action , Thriller , Comedy , Crime
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Danger One About?

The premise of Danger One without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Two paramedics find themselves entangled in a dangerous situation when they discover a satchel containing a million dollars hidden in their patient's clothing. Following the patient’s death, they enter into a risky agreement that plunges them into a wild and chaotic night filled with gunfire, deception, and unpredictable events as they try to navigate the consequences of their actions.

Danger One Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • money
  • los angeles california
  • betrayal
  • smuggling
  • ambulance
  • independent film
  • hitman
  • found money
  • medical
  • car chase
  • on the run
  • police
+38 more
  • police officer
  • female police officer
  • female police officer wears raid jacket
  • uniform windbreaker raid jacket
  • 21st century
  • paramedics
  • rescue
  • blood splatter
  • shot in the chest
  • shooting
  • car crash
  • hospital
  • drugs
  • buddy comedy
  • scene of the crime
  • death
  • weapon
  • policeman
  • murder of a policeman
  • stolen money
  • crime gone awry
  • moral corruption
  • unlikely criminal
  • two word title
  • distrust
  • stabbed in neck
  • throat slit
  • friendship
  • female pedal pumping
  • violence
  • dark comedy
  • cover up
  • shootout
  • love triangle
  • stolen cash
  • 911 call
  • moral dilemma
  • femme fatale
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Cast & crew

Danger One Cast & Characters

Tom Everett Scott leads the cast as Dean, with James Jurdi as Eric and Denis O'Hare as Craddock. Directed by Tom Oesch; 14 actors are credited in all.

Ratings

Danger One Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Danger One 5.5/10. Our Echo Score gives it 61/100, strongest in art & craft (65) and weakest in rewatch factor (50).

61 /100

Danger One Echo Score Breakdown

Danger One offers engaging performances and energetic pacing but relies on familiar tropes and exhibits budgetary limitations. User feedback highlights the film’s dynamic direction and evocative nighttime cinematography alongside a driving score, while critics note an uneven script and low-budget constraints that affect immersion. Observed dubbing and sound inconsistencies also temper the experience. The film ultimately delivers modest entertainment balanced by its structural flaws.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 65

    In terms of art and craft, the film presents striking nighttime cinematography and inventive editing flourishes alongside clear budgetary limits. The LA street visuals evoke classic thrillers, and brief location montages underscore pacing, yet low-budget effects and occasional sound dubbing reveal production constraints. Overall, the visual design demonstrates creativity within its financial restrictions.

  • Character & Emotion 58

    When it comes to character and emotion, performances are a highlight despite limited depth. The dynamic chemistry between the leads, particularly Scott and Jurdi, injects energy, and supporting roles maintain engagement. However, critics point to a lack of truly endearing development and moral ambiguity that blurs motivations. Ultimately, the acting elevates familiar archetypes but emotional resonance remains constrained.

  • Story & Flow 60

    In terms of story and flow, the narrative maintains brisk pacing and delivers occasional twists but leans heavily on familiar action-comedy tropes. Viewers note an engaging momentum as characters pursue stolen funds, yet critics describe the script as uneven with ambiguous moral direction. While the plot progression holds interest, originality and coherence are somewhat sacrificed to genre conventions.

  • Sensory Experience 55

    When considering sensory experience, the score and soundtrack provide notable energy and period-evoking accents, enhancing key sequences. Visual style and editing choices contribute to excitement, yet recurring audio issues and intrusive dubbing detract from immersion. While sound design effectively underscores tension at times, technical inconsistencies limit the overall auditory cohesion.

  • Rewatch Factor 50

    As a measure of rewatch factor, Danger One offers moderate appeal for a single viewing rather than repeated viewings. Some appreciate its energetic action comedy blend and performance-driven moments, but the familiar narrative and lack of lasting novelty reduce incentive to revisit. Ultimately, the film’s formulaic structure suggests modest replay value.

Plot

Danger One Plot Summary

What happens in Danger One from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In Los Angeles, Dean operates Turbo Elite Ambulance, one of several ambulance services in the city. Unfortunately, Dean’s fleet is limited to just two aging vehicles and a trio of employees. Once a firefighter like many in his family, an injury has altered his path.

During a routine night shift, Dean and Eric respond to an emergency call in their ambulance, dubbed Danger One. Upon arrival, they find a man injured and no police presence. A second man, initially denied entry to the ambulance, becomes aggressive before being allowed to join when he loses a fight to one of the EMTs.

Full summary

The whole story of Danger One, scene by scene

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Videos

Danger One Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Danger One.

Official Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Danger One?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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What is the name of the ambulance service run by Dean?

Cars

Cars in Danger One

21 cars on screen, including the 2004 Ford E-450 and the 2009 BMW 328i E90.

All 21 cars
  • 2004 Ford E-450 in Danger One 2004 Ford E-450 Main role
  • 2009 BMW 328i E90 in Danger One 2009 BMW 328i E90 Important role
  • 2002 Dodge Stratus in Danger One 2002 Dodge Stratus Important role
  • 2007 GMC Yukon in Danger One 2007 GMC Yukon Important role
Details

Danger One Also Known As

12 alternative titles, including “Brudny milion” and “סכנה ראשונה”.

Also known as
  • Brudny milion
  • סכנה ראשונה
  • Безумный куш
  • 險物一號
  • 엠블런스를 탄 위험한 백만달러
  • Lựa Chọn Sai Lầm
  • 险物一号
  • Tehlike Bir
  • Нощно премеждие
  • Небезпека номер один
  • Pavojingas laimikis
  • Noapte infernală

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FAQ

Danger One FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Danger One, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Danger One?

Danger One runs 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

When was Danger One released?

Danger One was released on September 14, 2018.

Who directed Danger One?

Danger One was directed by Tom Oesch.

Who is in the cast of Danger One?

Danger One stars Tom Everett Scott as Dean, James Jurdi as Eric and Denis O'Hare as Craddock, among 14 credited actors.

How is Danger One rated?

Danger One has 5.5/10 on IMDb and 59% on TMDB.

Does Danger One have a post-credit scene?

No. Danger One has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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