The Ambassador

The Ambassador

His career is in jeopardy... His marriage is in ruins... And his life is in danger... HE'S THROUGH NEGOTIATING.

PG 1985 · 97 min · ★ 5.1 · Drama, Thriller

An American ambassador to Israel tries to bring peace to the Middle East conflict through unconventional methods, but his efforts are hampered at every turn and his personal life threatened.

Directed by J. Lee Thompson · Written by Ronald M. Cohen

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