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Payback

1999 · 100 min · Director: Brian Helgeland

Payback (1999) is an action drama, directed by Brian Helgeland. It stars Mel Gibson and Gregg Henry. At its core lie revenge and its cost. The 100-minute film holds an audience score of 6.8/10.

What Payback Is About

Brian Helgeland's 1999 film follows a criminal shot by his partner and robbed of his money. He wants only his own share back. The organisation does not take him seriously. The film makes no effort to make its lead likeable; the narrative builds a stubborn story of collection. It is adapted from a novel. Mel Gibson leads. The studio changed the ending, and the director's cut was released years later. Who it's for: those who like hard crime films. Who it's not for: viewers troubled by scenes of torture; the film includes them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Payback about?

Brian Helgeland's 1999 film follows a criminal shot by his partner and robbed of his money. He wants only his own share back.

Where can I watch Payback?

Payback is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, ViX Premium Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Payback?

Payback runs for 100 minutes (1h 40m).

When did Payback come out?

Payback was released in 1999.

Who directed Payback?

Payback was directed by Brian Helgeland.

Who stars in Payback?

Payback stars Mel Gibson, Gregg Henry, Maria Bello, David Paymer.

What is Payback's rating?

Payback holds 7.0/10 on IMDb and 6.8/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 68 out of 100.

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