Danger One

Danger One

Year: 2018

Runtime: 101 min

Language: English

Director: Tom Oesch

Echo Score: 61
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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.

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1

Dean's Struggles

In Los Angeles, Dean operates Turbo Elite Ambulance with a limited fleet of two aging vehicles. As a former firefighter, an injury has changed his career path, leaving him in a challenging situation with his small team.

Los Angeles
2

Emergency Call

During a routine night shift, Dean and Eric respond to an emergency call with their ambulance, Danger One. Upon arriving at the scene, they find an injured man but no police presence, leading to an unusual situation.

3

Tension in the Ambulance

An aggressive man is initially denied entry to the ambulance, creating a tense atmosphere. After losing a fight to one of the EMTs, he is reluctantly allowed to join them, escalating the already precarious situation.

4

Eric's Family Woes

Eric struggles with the weight of his home life, as his partner Val expresses frustration over his frequent absences. With their children Nora and Sam falling ill, the pressure mounts as Val's maternity leave comes to an end.

5

Craddock's Paranoia

Craddock meets Rami at the airport, bonding over classical music, until he senses they are being followed. This suspicion prompts him to drive dangerously fast to evade whoever is tracking them.

Airport
6

Ambulance Call

Back at the garage, Dean refuses a long-distance call, but a crucial emergency call soon comes in. Dean gives Eric a ‘promotion’ with no real benefits, highlighting the lack of support within the team.

Ambulance Garage
7

Discovery of Cash

After responding to a crash, the ambulance team discovers a significant amount of money wrapped in plastic while treating Rami. Dean sees this as a possible solution to their financial issues, but Eric strongly opposes the idea.

8

The Tension Escalates

As they debate what to do with the newfound cash, tensions rise among the team, leading to tragic consequences. Rami dies during their transport, leaving the group with the money and secrets they can’t ignore.

9

Craddock's Criminal Involvement

Craddock awakens at the crash site, finding himself embroiled in a tale of crime and smuggling. He attempts to flee from the authorities while reaching out to his superior, Akkerman, which complicates matters further.

Crash Site
10

Unexpected Demise

An argument about the money leads to the unexpected death of Max, causing chaos among the remaining team members. Brie and Reuben are unaware of the unfolding drama, creating a tense disconnect as events spiral out of control.

11

The Ambulance Fails

Things take a turn when the ambulance fails to start, forcing Brie and Reuben to rely on Danger One. This could expose their secret about the hidden money, increasing the pressure on the team.

12

Violence and Consequences

Confronting Akkerman leads Craddock into a violent clash that results in another murder. The police, led by Beckwith, begin to piece together the strange occurrences surrounding the missing money.

13

Cover Stories

To avoid raising suspicions from Brie and Reuben, Dean concocts a cover story following Max's death. He tries to manipulate the situation by distracting them with false praise while the investigation heats up.

14

Desperation Sets In

As tensions reach a boiling point, Eric attempts to destroy their secret by setting the money on fire. The team rallies to stop him, realizing the dire nature of their predicament.

15

The Final Confrontation

Craddock arrives pretending to be an insurance investigator, and a skirmish ensues as loyalties are tested. Amid the chaos, lives are endangered, culminating in a resolution filled with betrayal and new beginnings.

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