Movie

Ace in the Hole

“Rough, tough Chuck Tatum, who battered his way to the top... trampling everything in his path - men, women and morals !”

★ 7.8(758)19511h 52m

Drama

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Ace in the Hole is available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Amazon Video in New Zealand. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 22 July 2026.

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Director: Billy Wilder
Release date: 1951-06-29
Runtime: 1h 52m
Language: Latin
Box office: $1,300,000
Budget: $1,821,052
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Paramount Pictures

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About Ace in the Hole

Ace in the Hole is a 1951 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Billy Wilder, starring Kirk Douglas, Jan Sterling and Robert Arthur. It has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.8/10 from 758 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Ace in the Hole in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An arrogant reporter exploits a story about a man trapped in a cave to revitalize his career.

Cast

Kirk Douglas

Charles Tatum

Jan Sterling

Lorraine

Robert Arthur

Herbie Cook

Porter Hall

Jacob Q. Boot

Frank Cady

Mr. Federber

Richard Benedict

Leo Minosa

Ray Teal

Sheriff

Lewis Martin

McCardle

John Berkes

Papa Minosa

Frances Dominguez

Mama Minosa

Gene Evans

Deputy Sheriff

Frank Jaquet

Smollett

Themes & keywords

rescuesheriffjournalismnew mexicosatiretragedyfilm noirreporterblack and whitetrappeddesertnewspaper man

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Ace in the Hole in New Zealand?+

In New Zealand, Ace in the Hole is available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Amazon Video. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Ace in the Hole on Netflix?+

Ace in the Hole is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is Ace in the Hole?+

Ace in the Hole has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).

Who stars in Ace in the Hole?+

Ace in the Hole stars Kirk Douglas, Jan Sterling, Robert Arthur, Porter Hall and Frank Cady.

When did Ace in the Hole come out?+

Ace in the Hole is a 1951 movie directed by Billy Wilder.

What genre is Ace in the Hole?+

Ace in the Hole is Drama film.

Who directed Ace in the Hole?+

Ace in the Hole was directed by Billy Wilder.