Payback
“When a woman stands in the way of a man's revenge, it can be deadly.”
Synopsis
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.
Top Cast
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C. Thomas Howell
Oscar Bonsetter
Joan Severance
Rose Gullerman
Marshall Bell
Tom "Gully" Gullerman
Richard Burgi
Al Keegan
John Toles-Bey
Marcus Jackson
R.G. Armstrong
Mac
Lisa Robin Kelly
Teenage Girl
Steve Wilcox
Tough Guy
Breckin Meyer
Jim's Son
David Anthony Higgins
Jim Koval
Denise Bessette
Jim's Wife
Katherine Barrese
Woman in Prison
Dana Sheehan
Guard
Frank Strick
Gun Seller
Byron Lucas
Techie (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 10, 1995
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anthony Hickox
- Screenplay & Story
- Sam Bernard
- Original Score
- Anthony Marinelli
- Original Title
- Payback
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Trimark Pictures, Tapestry Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anthony Hickox
Sam Bernard
Anthony Marinelli
David Bridges
Anita Brandt-Burgoyne
Sam Bernard, Robert L. Levy, J.P. Guerin, Peter Abrams, Natan Zahavi
Department Leadership Roster
Anthony Hickox
Director
Scott Wilder
Stunt Coordinator
David Bridges
Director of Photography
Sam Bernard
Producer
Anita Brandt-Burgoyne
Editor
Stuart Blatt
Production Design
Natan Zahavi
Producer
Chris Anthony Miller
Production Design
Sam Bernard
Writer
Anthony Marinelli
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Payback
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Payback 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 directed Payback?
Payback was directed by Anthony Hickox.
Who stars in Payback?
The principal cast of Payback includes C. Thomas Howell, Joan Severance, Marshall Bell, Richard Burgi, John Toles-Bey.
When was Payback released and how long is it?
Payback was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Payback?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Payback was composed by Anthony Marinelli.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Payback?
Payback holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).