The Pay-Off
1930, English. Directed by Lowell Sherman.
The final reward is DEATH!
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 14 October 1930
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jane Murfin
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What The Pay-Off is based on
The Pay-Off is adapted from a play or musical.
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The Pay-Off runs 70 minutes (1h 10m).
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The Pay-Off isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Pay-Off?
If you liked The Pay-Off, try Heist 88, The Getaway, Little Caesar.
Who directed The Pay-Off?
The Pay-Off (1930) was directed by Lowell Sherman and stars Lowell Sherman, Marian Nixon, Hugh Trevor.
What is The Pay-Off based on?
The Pay-Off is adapted from a play or musical.