The Informer
Gypo Nolan is a former Irish Republican Army man who drowns his sorrows in the bottle. He's desperate to escape his bleak Dublin life and start over in America with his girlfriend. So when British authorities advertise a reward for information about his best friend, current IRA member Frankie, Gypo cooperates. Now Gypo can buy two tickets on a boat bound for the States, but can he escape the overwhelming guilt he feels for betraying his buddy?
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Frequently asked questions about The Informer
Where can I watch The Informer in the United States?
The Informer is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The Informer?
The Informer scores 6.8 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Informer?
The Informer stars Victor McLaglen, Heather Angel, Preston Foster, Margot Grahame, and Wallace Ford. John Ford is the director.
How long is The Informer?
The Informer runs 1h 31m (91 minutes).
When did The Informer come out?
The Informer was released on May 9, 1935.
Which studio made The Informer?
The Informer was produced by RKO Radio Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for The Informer?
The Informer was made on a budget of $243,000.
How much did The Informer make at the box office?
The Informer grossed $950,000 worldwide, against a budget of $243,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.