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Payback

1999·Movie·R·100 min·6.8(2,013)

Get ready to root for the bad guy.

With friends like these, who needs enemies? That's the question bad guy Porter is left asking after his wife and partner steal his heist money and leave him for dead -- or so they think. Five months and an endless reservoir of bitterness later, Porter's partners and the crooked cops on his tail learn how bad payback can be.

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Where to watch Payback in United States

Click a service to open Payback there. Availability last verified on June 23, 2026.

Where is Payback streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesAmazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, YouTube TV, ViX Premium Amazon ChannelAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaAmazon Video
United KingdomApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
CanadaAmazon Prime Video, Crave, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Crave Amazon ChannelApple TV Store
AustraliaNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
GermanyAmazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube
FranceApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD
SpainApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies
BrazilHBO Max, Claro tv+, HBO Max Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
JapanU-NEXT, HBO Max on U-NextFOD

About Payback

Payback is a 1999 English-language action, drama and crime film directed by Brian Helgeland. The cast is led by Mel Gibson, Gregg Henry, Maria Bello. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 2000 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, YouTube TV.

Payback was produced by Icon Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on February 5, 1999, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $90 million, it went on to gross $162 million worldwide.

Director
Brian Helgeland
Writers
Brian Helgeland, Terry Hayes
Release date
February 5, 1999
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$90 million
Box office
$162 million
Production
Icon Productions
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Payback cast & crew

Payback was directed by Brian Helgeland and written by Brian Helgeland and Terry Hayes.

The cast features Mel Gibson as Porter, Gregg Henry as Val Resnick, Maria Bello as Rosie, David Paymer as Arthur Stegman, Bill Duke as Det. Hicks, and Deborah Kara Unger as Mrs. Lynn Porter.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Chris Boardman, cinematography is by Ericson Core, and it was produced by Bruce Davey and Stephen McEveety.

Is Payback worth watching?

Payback holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 2,013 ratings, a solidly received action films.

At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy action, drama, and crime, Payback is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Payback

In United States, you can stream Payback on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, YouTube TV, ViX Premium Amazon Channel, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of Payback

Mel Gibson

Mel Gibson

Porter

Gregg Henry

Gregg Henry

Val Resnick

Maria Bello

Maria Bello

Rosie

David Paymer

David Paymer

Arthur Stegman

Bill Duke

Bill Duke

Det. Hicks

Deborah Kara Unger

Deborah Kara Unger

Mrs. Lynn Porter

John Glover

John Glover

Phil

William Devane

William Devane

Carter

Lucy Liu

Lucy Liu

Pearl

Kris Kristofferson

Kris Kristofferson

Bronson

Jack Conley

Jack Conley

Det. Leary

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Mark Alfa

Johnny's Friend #2

Payback — FAQs

Where can I watch Payback in United States?

Payback is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, YouTube TV, ViX Premium Amazon Channel in United States.

Is Payback on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Payback is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is Payback in?

Payback is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Payback?

Payback runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).

What is Payback rated?

Payback is rated R. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 2,013 ratings.

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