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Payback

6.819991h 40mMA 15+MovieActionDramaCrime

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…

DirectorBrian Helgeland
WritersBrian Helgeland·Terry Hayes
ProducersBruce Davey·Stephen McEveety

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NetflixNetflixNetflix Standard with AdsNetflix Standard with Ads
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Brian Helgeland

MGMel Gibson
Mel Gibson
Porter
GHGregg Henry
Gregg Henry
Val Resnick
MBMaria Bello
Maria Bello
Rosie
DPDavid Paymer
David Paymer
Arthur Stegman
BDBill Duke
Bill Duke
Det. Hicks
DUDeborah Kara Unger
Deborah Kara Unger
Mrs. Lynn Porter
JGJohn Glover
John Glover
Phil
WDWilliam Devane
William Devane
Carter
LLLucy Liu
Lucy Liu
Pearl
KKKris Kristofferson
Kris Kristofferson
Bronson
JCJack Conley
Jack Conley
Det. Leary
MA
Mark Alfa
Johnny's Friend #2

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Payback — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Payback?

Payback is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

Is Payback on Netflix?

Yes — Payback is available on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026.

Is Payback on Amazon Prime Video?

Payback isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Payback for free?

Payback is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.