Payment Deferred (1932): cast, story & where to watch

1932 · Film · ★ 6.2

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Released in 1932, Payment Deferred is a thriller and crime film directed by Lothar Mendes, running about 81 minutes.

What it’s about. Bank clerk William Marble is desperate for money to pay his family's bills. When his wealthy nephew visits, Marble asks him for a loan, but the young man refuses. Marble decides to kill his nephew. It is a twisted path to justice after Marble is transformed by the crime he committed and the wealth he gains.

Who’s in it. Payment Deferred stars Charles Laughton as William Marble, Maureen O'Sullivan as Winnie Marble, Dorothy Peterson as Annie Marble and Verree Teasdale as Marguerite Collins, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Payment Deferred has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on TCM. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Payment Deferred page.

If you liked it. Fans of Payment Deferred tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Payment Deferred (1932)?
In US, Payment Deferred is available to stream on TCM. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Payment Deferred worth watching?
Payment Deferred holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Payment Deferred?
Payment Deferred stars Charles Laughton, Maureen O'Sullivan, Dorothy Peterson, Verree Teasdale and Ray Milland.
When was Payment Deferred released?
Payment Deferred was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.