Payment on Demand
"He Strayed... and He Paid. She saw to that!"
Originally released in 1951. Payment on Demand is a drama film. directed by Curtis Bernhardt.
Starring Bette Davis, Barry Sullivan, and Jane Cowl
Synopsis
David gives his wife, Joyce, an unexpected—and unpleasant—surprise when he suddenly demands a divorce. When she then learns that David has taken up with a younger woman, Joyce decides to make the most of this separation by taking a solo trip to the Caribbean. However, just before diving into a vacation fling, she runs into Emily, an old chum whose own divorce has left her embittered. Joyce then debates giving married life one last chance.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 3, 1951
75 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (23 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Bette Davis
as Joyce Ramsey (nee Jackson)
Barry Sullivan
as David Anderson Ramsey
Jane Cowl
as Mrs. Emily Hedges
Kent Taylor
as Robert Townsend
Betty Lynn
as Martha Ramsey
John Sutton
as Anthony Tunliffe
Frances Dee
as Eileen Benson
Peggie Castle
as Diana Ramsey
Otto Kruger
as Ted Prescott
Walter Sande
as Swanson
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Gwenaud Productions
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Payment on Demand about?
David gives his wife, Joyce, an unexpected—and unpleasant—surprise when he suddenly demands a divorce. When she then learns that David has taken up with a younger woman, Joyce decides to make t...
Who directed Payment on Demand?
Payment on Demand was directed by Curtis Bernhardt.
How long is Payment on Demand?
Payment on Demand has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Payment on Demand released?
Payment on Demand was released on February 3, 1951 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Payment on Demand?
The main cast of Payment on Demand includes Bette Davis, Barry Sullivan, Jane Cowl, Kent Taylor, Betty Lynn.