search
Get Started
search
Paycheck - Movie
zoom_in Click to enlarge

Paycheck

description Paycheck Overview

Paycheck is a 2003 science fiction action film centered on a man whose memories are removed following an encounter with a wealthy businessman. The protagonist becomes the target of law enforcement and corporate security forces as he attempts to uncover a conspiracy related to his past work. Ben Affleck stars alongside Aaron Eckhart and Uma Thurman in this story based on Philip K. Dick’s short story.

Sources: en.wikipedia.org

info Paycheck Specifications

help Paycheck FAQ

What is Paycheck about?

Paycheck follows Michael Jennings, a reverse engineer played by Ben Affleck, who has his memory erased after completing secret jobs. He receives a set of ordinary objects that may help him understand why he gave up his future claim to a large payment.

Who directed the movie Paycheck?

Paycheck was directed by John Woo and released in 2003. The film is based on Philip K. Dick's short story of the same name.

Why are Michael Jennings's memories erased in Paycheck?

The memory erasure is part of the confidentiality system used for his high-security engineering assignments. After one job, however, he discovers that he voluntarily abandoned the expected paycheck and left himself clues instead.

Who stars opposite Ben Affleck in Paycheck?

Uma Thurman plays Rachel Porter, a scientist connected to Jennings's past and the project he worked on. Aaron Eckhart plays James Rethrick, the wealthy businessman whose company is central to the conspiracy.

Reviews & Comments

Write a Review

rate_review

Be the first to review

Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.

Save to your list

Save your favorites and follow how their scores change over time.

Save favorites
Track changes
Compare scores

Already have an account? Sign in

Compare Items

See how they stack up against each other

Comparing
VS
Select 1 more item to compare