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Payday

"If you can't smoke it, drink it, spend it or love it... forget it."

September 22, 1973 1h 43m 5.9/10 (18 votes)

Originally released in 1973. Payday is a drama/music film. directed by Daryl Duke.

Starring Rip Torn, Ahna Capri, and Elayne Heilveil

Synopsis

Country singer Maury Dann lives life in the fast lane, counting on his rakish charm and raw talent to excuse his reckless behavior. Touring on the road in the rural south with his dedicated manager, his loyal driver and his long-suffering girlfriend, Maury seduces groupies, brawls and breaks the law, brashly relying on his team to cover for him. Heedlessly alienating all those who care for him, Maury blindly keeps the pedal to the metal.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 22, 1973 52 years ago
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Runtime 1h 43m 103 minutes total
User Rating 5.9/10 Mixed (18 votes)
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Budget $760K Production budget
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$760,000

Production Companies

  • Fantasy Films
  • Pumice Finance Company (PFC)
  • Cinerama Releasing Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Payday about?

Country singer Maury Dann lives life in the fast lane, counting on his rakish charm and raw talent to excuse his reckless behavior. Touring on the road in the rural south with his dedicated manager...

Who directed Payday?

Payday was directed by Daryl Duke.

How long is Payday?

Payday has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).

When was Payday released?

Payday was released on September 22, 1973 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Payday?

The main cast of Payday includes Rip Torn, Ahna Capri, Elayne Heilveil, Michael C. Gwynne, Jeff Morris.