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The Tax Collector (2020)

“Payback comes with interest.”

5.7/10 · 574 votes 1h 35m r ActionDramaCrime

#216 of 234 films from 2020 #1937 of 2168 in action

Directed by David Ayer · Written by David Ayer

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Overview

David Cuevas is an Indigenous Latino American family man who works as a gangland tax collector for high ranking Los Angeles gang members. He makes collections across the city with his partner Creeper making sure people pay up or will see retaliation. An old threat returns to Los Angeles that puts everything David loves in harm’s way.

Cast

Bobby Sotoas David Cuervas
Cinthya Carmonaas Alexis
George Lópezas Uncle Louis
Elpidia Carrilloas Janet
Shia LaBeoufas Creeper
Lana Parrillaas Favi
Chelsea Rendonas Lupe
Cheyenne Rae Hernandezas Gata
Noemi Gonzalezas Delia
Gabriela Floresas Jazmin
Rene Moranas Victor
Cle Sloanas Bone
Lee Cocas Necio
Randy Gonzalezas Pete

Facts

Release dateAugust 7, 2020
Runtime95 min (1h 35m) — about the same as the 2020 average of 103 min
GenresAction, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$30,000,000
Box office$942,666 (0.0× budget)
IMDbtt8461224

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Questions

How long is The Tax Collector?
The Tax Collector runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Is The Tax Collector worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.7/10 across 574 votes, which places it #216 of 234 films released in 2020 in this index (top 8%) and #1937 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Tax Collector?
The Tax Collector was directed by David Ayer. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Fury (2014), End of Watch (2012), The Beekeeper (2024).
Who stars in The Tax Collector?
Bobby Soto as David Cuervas; Cinthya Carmona as Alexis; George López as Uncle Louis; Elpidia Carrillo as Janet; Shia LaBeouf as Creeper; Lana Parrilla as Favi.
What is The Tax Collector rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Tax Collector?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/31119.

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