Plot Summary
Set during the climactic Battle of the Bulge in late 1944, an American tank unit finds itself stranded behind enemy lines with a ticking clock—Allied bombs from Operation Ardennes Fury are imminent. Amid the firestorm, the tank commander redirects his mission to perform a daring rescue: saving children and nuns from a nearby orphanage threatened by Nazi forces. Time is short, but the moral urgency propels them forward.
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Details & Production
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Director | Joseph J. Lawson |
| Writers | Stephen Llorens, Joseph J. Lawson |
| Starring | Tom Stedham, Bill Voorhees, Tino Struckmann, Lauren Vera, othersWikipediaApple TV |
| Runtime | Approximately 87 minutesWikipedia@peacocktv |
| Production | Produced by The Asylum as a mockbuster of Fury (2014)WikipediaRotten Tomatoes |
Availability
- YouTube (Full Movie)
- Streaming Platforms (Free & Paid)
- Free with ads: Peacock, Pluto TV, Tubi, Hoopla, Plex, Fandango at Home Free, Fawesome@peacocktvApple TVJustWatch
- Rent or purchase: Available via Apple TV, Netflix, and other VOD servicesNetflixApple TV
Critical Reception
The film earned overwhelmingly negative feedback for its poor production quality:
- Rotten Tomatoes: 11% audience score, citing rough CGI, cliches, and questionable actingRotten Tomatoes
- IMDb Rating: 2.3/10 based on nearly 11,000 votesIMDb
- User Reviews: Common criticisms include unrealistic CGI tanks, historically inaccurate costumes, weak acting, and awkward dialogue. Some users praised Tino Struckmann (Major Heston Zeller) as a standout amid the chaos.Rotten TomatoesIMDb+1
- Letterboxd: Viewers mostly mock the film’s naiveté and lack of authenticity, deeming it a budget mockbuster with minimal historical or cinematic substance.Letterboxd
- Reddit: Discussion highlights that the film even includes a black-and-white version, director commentary, and behind-the-scenes extras—more for novelty than quality.Reddit
Final Verdict
Ardennes Fury is best approached as campy B-movie territory: a quick, no-frills action flick with more enthusiasm than polish. If you’re into lighthearted mockbusters or curious about low-budget takes on WWII narratives, it may offer some unintended entertainment. But if historical accuracy, compelling acting, or immersive visuals matter to you, this one’s likely to disappoint.