The Informer
1935, English. Directed by John Ford.
Gypo Nolan is a former Irish Republican Army man who drowns his sorrows in the bottle. He's desperate to escape his bleak Dublin life and start over in America with his girlfriend. So when British authorities advertise a reward for information about his best friend, current IRA member Frankie, Gypo cooperates. Now Gypo can buy two tickets on a boat bound for the States, but can he escape the overwhelming guilt he feels for betraying his buddy?
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 132 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Informer
The Informer isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- John FordDirector
- Victor McLaglenGypo Nolan
- Heather AngelMary McPhillip
- Preston FosterDan Gallagher
- Margot GrahameKatie Madden
- Wallace FordFrankie McPhillip
- Una O'ConnorMrs. McPhillip
- J.M. KerriganTerry
- Joe SawyerBartly Mulholland
- Neil FitzgeraldTommy Connor
- Donald MeekPeter Mulligan
- D'Arcy CorriganThe Blind Man
- Leo McCabeDonahue
Details
- Released
- 9 May 1935
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Dudley Nichols
- Budget
- $243K
- Box office
- $950K
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What The Informer is based on
The Informer is based on The Informer (1925) by Liam O'Flaherty.
1925
The Informer
By Liam O'Flaherty
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The Informer: quick answers
Is The Informer worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 132 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Informer?
The Informer runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does The Informer have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Informer. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Informer parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Informer is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Informer on?
The Informer isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Informer?
If you liked The Informer, try Five Minutes of Heaven, The Public Enemy, A Call to Spy.
Who directed The Informer?
The Informer (1935) was directed by John Ford and stars Victor McLaglen, Heather Angel, Preston Foster.
What is The Informer based on?
The Informer is based on The Informer (1925) by Liam O'Flaherty.