Payback (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1995, Payback is a thriller, drama and tv movie film directed by Anthony Hickox, running about 93 minutes. “When a woman stands in the way of a man's revenge, it can be deadly.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Oscar Bonsetter tells a dying prisoner that he will take revenge on the sadistic guard who killed him. In exchange, Oscar is told of a stash of money. Oscar is eventually released from prison but when he goes to get revenge, he gets sidetracked by the now-handicapped guard and his alluring wife, Rose. The tension builds as Oscar becomes more and more attracted to Rose.
Who’s in it. Payback stars Joan Severance as Rose Gullerman, Marshall Bell as Tom "Gully" Gullerman, C. Thomas Howell as Oscar Bonsetter and Richard Burgi as Al Keegan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Payback 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 Payback page.
If you liked it. Fans of Payback tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Payback (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Payback change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Payback worth watching?
- Payback holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Payback?
- Payback stars Joan Severance, Marshall Bell, C. Thomas Howell, Richard Burgi and John Toles-Bey.
- When was Payback released?
- Payback was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.