The Pay-Off
“The final reward is DEATH!”
Synopsis
A thug robs a young engaged couple of their last few dollars. When the thug's gang boss hears of the robbery, he gives them back their money and takes them under his wing. The thug, resentful of the couple, plans to organize a mutiny against the gang's boss, but when he is killed in a botched robbery, the police focus their attention on the young couple.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 14, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lowell Sherman
- Screenplay & Story
- Jane Murfin
- Original Title
- The Pay-Off
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lowell Sherman
Jane Murfin, Samuel Shipman, John B. Hymer
J. Roy Hunt
Rose Smith
William LeBaron
Department Leadership Roster
Lowell Sherman
Director
Jane Murfin
Screenplay
J. Roy Hunt
Director of Photography
Max Rée
Costume Design
Rose Smith
Editor
William LeBaron
Producer
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Public Domain
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Pre-Code Hollywood
Pre-Code Hollywood films, 1929 to 1934.
BD Release: Past-1960
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Pay-Off
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What is The Pay-Off about?
A thug robs a young engaged couple of their last few dollars. When the thug's gang boss hears of the robbery, he gives them back their money and takes them under his wing. The thug, resentful of the couple, plans to organize a mutiny against the gang's boss, but when he is killed in a botched robbery, the police focus their attention on the young couple.
Who directed The Pay-Off?
The Pay-Off was directed by Lowell Sherman.
Who stars in The Pay-Off?
The principal cast of The Pay-Off includes Lowell Sherman, Marian Nixon, Hugh Trevor, William Janney, Helene Millard.
When was The Pay-Off released and how long is it?
The Pay-Off was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.