Pay or Die
Synopsis
Today, nearly two million Americans are being held for ransom. Without insulin, they'll be dead in days. This is the story of three families who are on the receiving end of ransom notes, revealing the reality of life with this chronic illness.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-10-03
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 13 DaysNovember 1, 2023
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 14, 2023
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rachael Dyer, Scott Ruderman
- Original Title
- Pay or Die
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Post Road Pictures, Salty Features, Social Construct, Artemis Rising, MTV Documentary Films, Sons of Rigor Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rachael Dyer, Scott Ruderman
Scott Ruderman
Toby Shimin, Will Rogers
Amy Zvi, Martina Bassenger, Scott Ruderman, Rachael Dyer, Russell Long
Department Leadership Roster
Rachael Dyer
Director
Scott Ruderman
Director
Scott Ruderman
Producer
Rachael Dyer
Producer
Toby Shimin
Editor
Scott Ruderman
Director of Photography
Will Rogers
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pay or Die
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What is Pay or Die about?
Today, nearly two million Americans are being held for ransom. Without insulin, they'll be dead in days. This is the story of three families who are on the receiving end of ransom notes, revealing the reality of life with this chronic illness.
Who directed Pay or Die?
Pay or Die was directed by Rachael Dyer, Scott Ruderman.
Who stars in Pay or Die?
The principal cast of Pay or Die includes Not specified.
When was Pay or Die released and how long is it?
Pay or Die was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Pay or Die?
Pay or Die holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).