J.J. Ambrose
Biography
J.J. Ambrose is an American filmmaker, actor, and producer known for his work in independent genre cinema and combat sports media. He is credited on projects including Talk to the Gun (2022), A Contemplating Killer (2014), and productions connected to Bellator Fighting Championships. Working across action, horror, and thriller projects, Ambrose has developed a reputation within indie filmmaking circles for blending gritty realism with stylized genre storytelling. In addition to narrative film work, he has maintained a strong presence in sports entertainment and digital media production.
Known For & Full Filmography5 Titles
Movie - 2018, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Bellator 193: Larkin vs. Gonzalez took place on January 26, 2018 at the Pechanga Resort and Casino in Temecula, California. The event aired live in prime time on Paramount Network. A Lightweight bout between Eugene Correa and Joao Paulo Faria was planned for the undercard of this event, but was canceled for undisclosed reasons. Despite a 180 pound catchweight limit installed in the main event, headliner Fernando Gonzalez still missed weight. It was his third consecutive weight cut miss.
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as Self
A documentary investigation dives into the violent wrestling rivalry between Gia Savitz and Frankie Firestarter, uncovering hidden footage tied to a disturbing series of events. What begins as an exploration of betrayal, obsession, and underground wrestling culture slowly transforms into something far darker as the filmmakers uncover secrets neither competitor wanted exposed. Blending true-crime style storytelling with psychological suspense, The Match to Kill explores how hatred, trauma, and revenge can spiral beyond control.
Movie - 2008, 2h 15m • as Self
Affliction: Banned was a mixed martial arts event co-promoted by Affliction Clothing and Adrenaline MMA.[2] It took place on July 19, 2008 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. The card featured many of the top MMA heavyweight fighters. The main event was the return of PRIDE World Heavyweight Championship Fedor Emelianenko fighting against former two-time UFC Heavyweight Champion Tim Sylvia. The event also saw fights between former UFC Heavyweight Champions Andrei Arlovski and Ben Rothwell, Josh Barnett took on Pedro Rizzo, and former UFC Light-heavyweight Champion Vitor Belfort fought Terry Martin. Former UFC standout Matt Lindland and former Pride FC standout Antônio Rogério Nogueira also competed.
Movie - 2022, 2h 15m • as Nick
Bryce Turner, a former bounty hunter loses everything even his 8 year old daughter taken by a corrupt and vengful business man. But nothing will stop him from finding her alive and putting the pieces of his life back together again.
Movie - 2013, 2h 15m • as himself
Bellator CIII is expected to take place on October 11, 2013 at Kansas Star Arena in Mulvane, Kansas. The event is set to air live in prime time on Spike TV. Bellator 103 will feature the Featherweight Tournament Semifinal bouts. Featured in the fights will be David Rickels and ISKA World Kickboxing Champion Marcio Navarro and his protégé Jeimeson Saudino all fighting out of Wichita, Kansas