Backflash (2002): cast, story & where to watch

2002 · Film · ★ 4.8

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Released in 2002, Backflash is an action and crime film directed by Philip J. Jones, running about 90 minutes. “There's Nothing Real In This... But The Money.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A woman is released from prison and heads home to help outwit a local mob boss and pull off the scam of a lifetime.

Who’s in it. Backflash stars Robert Patrick as Ray Bennett, Jennifer Esposito as Olive Dee 'Harley' Klintucker, Mike Starr as Tono and Melissa Joan Hart as C.J., among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Backflash has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Backflash page.

If you liked it. Fans of Backflash 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 Backflash (2002)?
In US, Backflash is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Backflash worth watching?
Backflash holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Backflash?
Backflash stars Robert Patrick, Jennifer Esposito, Mike Starr, Melissa Joan Hart and Mike Hagerty.
When was Backflash released?
Backflash was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.