Payback

1995Movie1 h 33 minR

49
MediocreGoodWatch score
49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Summary

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.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Drop-in friendly

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Cast

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Directed by
Anthony Hickox
Written by
Sam Bernard

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Facts

January 10, 1995 · 1 h 33 min · R

Released
January 10, 1995
Runtime
1 h 33 min
Age rating
R
Content
Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language
Genres
Thriller, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
3 countries

Tropes

No Full Name Given, Death by Adaptation, Villain Has a Point +9

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is Payback worth watching?"

Questions about Payback

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Payback worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49 (IMDb 5.7).

Is Payback good for date night?

Date NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightSolo Watch

Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

What tropes does Payback use?

No Full Name GivenDeath by AdaptationVillain Has a PointBlack ComedyChekhov's GunNever Trust a TrailerAuthor AppealCombat SadomasochistXanatos Speed ChessMafia PrincessToken Motivational NemesisHas a Typeand 81 more

TV Tropes lists 93 tropes for it, including No Full Name Given, Death by Adaptation, and Villain Has a Point.