Max Payne (2008)
A gritty DEA agent and a vengeful assassin navigate a pulpy conspiracy through New York City.
A DEA agent whose family was slain as part of a conspiracy, and an assassin out to avenge her sister's death, join forces to solve a series of murders in New York City.
How intense is Max Payne?
Max Payne has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What Max Payne feels like
- Tone
- grittypulpysuspensefuldarkly comic
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Max Payne
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Max Payne for you?
Is Max Payne scary?
No. Max Payne is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Max Payne gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Max Payne sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Max Payne OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Max Payne?
Max Payne runs 1h 40m.
Where can I stream Max Payne?
Max Payne is streaming on Prime Video and Starz.
Does Max Payne have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
Cast and crew
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