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Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay (2018): Cast, Ratings & Plot

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Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay is a 2018 fantasy animated film directed by Sam Liu, starring Vanessa Williams as Amanda Waller (voice), Christian Slater and Tara Strong. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes. Its Echo Score is 76/100.

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Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 26m (86 min)
Director
Sam Liu
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay About?

The premise of Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Amanda Waller assembles another Task Force X team from Belle Reve Penitentiary, comprised of experienced members like Deadshot, Captain Boomerang, and Harley Quinn, alongside newcomers Copperhead, Killer Frost, and Bronze Tiger. This deadly squad is tasked with stealing a powerful mystical object, a mission that demands their unique and dangerous skills. Expect a chaotic journey filled with gunfire, intense action, and the unpredictable attitudes of the incarcerated individuals forced to confront a high-stakes objective.

Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay Themes & Keywords

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  • female nudity
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  • superhero
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  • man kills a woman
  • woman kills a man
  • shared universe
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  • no opening credits
  • reference to wonder woman
  • deadshot character
  • amanda waller character
  • harley quinn character
  • captain boomerang character
  • killer frost character
  • harvey dent character
  • two face character
  • black manta character
  • tobias whale character
  • professor pyg character
  • count vertigo character
  • vandal savage character
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  • reverse flash character
  • opening action scene
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  • gunfight
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  • hand to hand combat
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  • bisexual
  • bisexual woman
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Cast & crew

Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay Cast & Characters

Vanessa Williams leads the cast as Amanda Waller (voice), with Christian Slater as Floyd Lawton / Deadshot (voice) and Tara Strong as Harleen Quinzel / Harley Quinn (voice). Directed by Sam Liu; 19 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Sam Liu

More films directed by Sam Liu, best-rated first: Reign of the Supermen, Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham, Batman: Soul of the Dragon and Superman: Red Son.

Full filmography
Ratings

Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 76/100, strongest in art & craft (90) and weakest in story & flow (68).

76 /100

Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay Echo Score Breakdown

Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay delivers a visually bold animated experience anchored by a tightly paced plot and strong voice performances. Reviewers commend the 80s‑inspired art direction and mature, violent tone, while noting occasional cringy humor and underdeveloped character backstories. The film’s sensory impact is heightened by stylized gore and cohesive animation, making it appealing for dedicated fans. Overall, the movie leans positive with notable strengths but balanced by some narrative and comedic shortcomings.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 90

    The animation style garners consistent praise for its classic 1980s cartoon aesthetic blended with modern updates. Direction and production design are highlighted as standout elements, with several reviewers calling the visual approach refreshing and well‑executed. No significant criticisms of the visual craft appear, reinforcing a strong positive assessment of the film’s art and craft.

  • Character & Emotion 70

    Voice acting receives commendation for its solid delivery, enhancing character presence throughout the film. However, reviewers note that key figures like Harley Quinn are underutilized and that lacking backstory hampers emotional connection. The mixed feedback on character depth and chemistry leads to a balanced, moderately positive rating for this aspect.

  • Story & Flow 68

    The plot is described as straightforward yet engaging, with pacing that sustains interest from start to finish. Critics appreciate the mature themes and clear motivations, though some find dialogue generic and the narrative occasionally thin. This blend of strong pacing and occasional storytelling gaps yields a mixed‑to‑positive overall score.

  • Sensory Experience 80

    Visual cohesion and stylized violence create a compelling sensory experience, with the animation’s color palette and design praised across reviews. While specific commentary on soundtrack is limited, the overall auditory and visual impact is viewed as effective and immersive, resulting in a solid positive rating for sensory elements.

  • Rewatch Factor 70

    Fans of DC animation cite high replay value, citing the film’s mature tone and engaging action as reasons to revisit. Some viewers describe it as merely passable, but the consensus leans toward enjoyment for dedicated audiences. This mixed yet favorable sentiment supports a decent rewatch factor score.

Plot

Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay Plot Summary

What happens in Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Three years earlier, Amanda Waller Vanessa Williams dispatches Task Force X, a black ops squad of criminals with nanite bombs in their heads, to recover a leaked hard drive from Tobias Whale Dave Fennoy. After the mission succeeds, Count Vertigo [Jim Pirri] and Jewelee [Julie Nathanson] betray the team to steal the drive for themselves. Having overheard their treachery through the squad’s comms, Waller uses Vertigo’s bomb to kill him, while Deadshot Christian Slater ends Jewelee’s life to spare her the same fate.

Full summary

The whole story of Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay, scene by scene

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Videos

Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay Trailers & Videos

5 videos: 2 trailers and 3 clips.

Digital Trailer
  • Trailer Trailer
  • Clip Deadshot & Boomerang Clip
  • Clip The RV Clip
  • Clip Rooftop Fight Clip
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay?

9 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 9

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What lethal device is implanted in the heads of the Task Force X members?

Cars

Cars in Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay

11 cars on screen, including the 1974 Winnebago Chieftain and the International AmTran RE.

All 11 cars
  • 1974 Winnebago Chieftain in Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay 1974 Winnebago Chieftain Main role
  • International AmTran RE in Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay International AmTran RE Important role
  • 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 in Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 Minor role
  • 2002 Cadillac Escalade in Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay 2002 Cadillac Escalade Minor role
Details

Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay Also Known As

22 alternative titles, including “Suicide Squad - Le Prix de l'Enfer” and “Suicide Squad: Cehennemin Bedeli”.

Also known as
  • Suicide Squad - Le Prix de l'Enfer
  • Suicide Squad: Cehennemin Bedeli
  • Suicide Squad - Hell to Pay (2018)
  • DCU: Escuadrón Suicida: Deuda infernal
  • Escuadrón Suicida: Consecuencias infernales
  • Escuadrón Suicida: Deuda infernal
  • Suicide Squad : Le Prix de l'enfer
  • Esquadrão Suicida: Acerto de Contas
  • Öngyilkos osztag - Pokoli fizetség
  • 수어사이드 스쿼드: 헬 투 페이
  • Отряд Самоубийц: Строгое Наказание
  • Отряд самоубийци: Адска разплата
+10 more
  • 自杀小队:严厉惩罚
  • Legion Samobójców: Piekielna Misja
  • Suicide Squad - Un inferno da scontare
  • יחידת המתאבדים: חיים בסכנה
  • 自殺突擊隊:慘痛代價
  • Sebevražedný oddíl: Rozpoutané peklo
  • İntihar Timi: Cehennemin Bedeli
  • Biệt Đội Cảm Tử: Cuộc Thanh Toán Địa Ngục
  • Загін самогубців: Суворе покарання
  • Brigada sinucigașilor: Iadul pe pământ

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FAQ

Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay?

Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).

When was Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay released?

Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay was released on March 14, 2018.

Who directed Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay?

Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay was directed by Sam Liu.

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Who is in the cast of Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay?

Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay stars Vanessa Williams as Amanda Waller (voice), Christian Slater as Floyd Lawton / Deadshot (voice) and Tara Strong as Harleen Quinzel / Harley Quinn (voice), among 19 credited actors.

Does Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay have a post-credit scene?

No. Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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