---
title: "Payback"
year: 1991
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/payback-1991"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 291548
imdb_id: "tt0100342"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 94
community_rating: 6.2
vote_count: 4
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Payback (1991) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/payback-1991

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Payback is a feature film released in the United States on July 18, 1991. The film runs for one hour and thirty-four minutes and falls into the genres of crime and action. The central plot of the movie follows Clinton Jones as he prepares to take his brother's killer down memory lane. Additional details state that an escaped con goes after a drug-dealing killer. The production is cataloged among movies on the database platform, where users can view media, share content, and check user scores or streaming availability. The film is distinct from later projects sharing similar titles, such as the 1999 American action thriller film directed by Brian Helgeland and starring Mel Gibson. The 1991 release is categorized strictly within its listed genres and maintains a recorded run time of ninety-four minutes. The available public reference details focus on the core premise of a fugitive seeking retribution against a criminal involved in the drug trade, alongside the journey involving the protagonist's brother.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Troma NOW | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Russell Solberg
- **Networks / Studios**: Eubanks Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Corey Michael Eubanks** as *Clinton Jones*
- **Michael Ironside** as *Sheriff Pete*
- **Don Swayze** as *Jeremy*
- **Vincent Van Patten** as *Terry*
- **Teresa Blake** as *Christy*
- **Bert Remsen** as *Bert*
- **Buck Taylor** as *Nick*
- **Steve Buckingham** as *Prisoner*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Payback online?
Payback is currently available to watch or stream on Troma NOW, Amazon Video, Tubi TV, Amazon Prime Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Payback worth watching?
Payback holds a community rating of 6.2/10 based on 4 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Action for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Payback and when was it released?
Payback is a feature film with a runtime of 94 minutes. It was released in 1991. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Payback?
Payback was directed by Russell Solberg.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Payback — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/291548)
- [Payback (1991) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/291548-payback/cast)
- [Payback (1999) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120784/fullcredits/)
- [Payback (1999 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Payback_(1999_film))
- [Payback (1991) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/payback-1991/credits)
- [Payback 1999 - YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqAnQNjJcho)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*