The Debt Collector (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1999, The Debt Collector is an action, thriller and crime film directed by Anthony Neilson, running about 105 minutes. “Some debts can never be paid.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Mean, gritty, dirty and low, and that's just the policeman Gary Keltie, out for retribution for the horrendous crimes against the helpless people of Edinburgh during the 1970s, by notorious, torturous, and killer, debt collector Nickie Dryden.
Who’s in it. The Debt Collector stars Billy Connolly as Nickie Dryden, Ken Stott as Gary Keltie, Francesca Annis as Val Dryden and Iain Robertson as Flipper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Debt Collector has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Debt Collector page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Debt Collector tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Debt Collector (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Debt Collector change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Debt Collector worth watching?
- The Debt Collector holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Debt Collector?
- The Debt Collector stars Billy Connolly, Ken Stott, Francesca Annis, Iain Robertson and Annette Crosbie.
- When was The Debt Collector released?
- The Debt Collector was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.