Back Pay (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1930, Back Pay is a drama and romance film directed by William A. Seiter, running about 56 minutes.
What it’s about. Bored with small town life, a woman leaves for the big city and winds up becoming the mistress of a ruthless businessman.
Who’s in it. Back Pay stars Corinne Griffith as Kitty (as Vivian Oakland), Grant Withers as Gerald, Montagu Love as Charles Wheeler and Hallam Cooley as Al Bloom, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Back Pay has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Back Pay page.
If you liked it. Fans of Back Pay tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Back Pay (1930)?
- In US, Back Pay is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Back Pay worth watching?
- Back Pay holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Back Pay?
- Back Pay stars Corinne Griffith, Grant Withers, Montagu Love, Hallam Cooley and Vivien Oakland.
- When was Back Pay released?
- Back Pay was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.