Surprise Attack (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1970, Surprise Attack is a war film directed by José Antonio de la Loma, running about 109 minutes.
What it’s about. 1938 at the battlefront along the river Ebro, Spain. It is the Spanish Civil War, and this movie depicts the attack of a group of commandos whose job it is to blow up the bridge spanning the river.
Who’s in it. Surprise Attack stars Simón Andreu as Alferez Novales, Daniel Martin as Capitán Andújar, Rafael Hernández as Sargento Casquete and Patty Shepard as Teresa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Surprise Attack has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Surprise Attack page.
If you liked it. Fans of Surprise Attack tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Surprise Attack (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Surprise Attack change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Surprise Attack worth watching?
- Surprise Attack holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Surprise Attack?
- Surprise Attack stars Simón Andreu, Daniel Martin, Rafael Hernández, Patty Shepard and Fernando Sancho.
- When was Surprise Attack released?
- Surprise Attack was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.