Crazy Joe (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1974, Crazy Joe is a drama and crime film directed by Carlo Lizzani, running about 102 minutes. “No killer of the streets ever gave it or got it like Crazy Joe!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The rise and fall of a Mafia gangster, based on the life of murdered New York gangster "Crazy" Joey Gallo.
Who’s in it. Crazy Joe stars Peter Boyle as Joe, Paula Prentiss as Anne, Fred Williamson as Willy and Rip Torn as Richie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Crazy Joe has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Crazy Joe page.
If you liked it. Fans of Crazy Joe tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Crazy Joe (1974)?
- In US, Crazy Joe is available to stream on fuboTV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Crazy Joe worth watching?
- Crazy Joe holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Crazy Joe?
- Crazy Joe stars Peter Boyle, Paula Prentiss, Fred Williamson, Rip Torn and Charles Cioffi.
- When was Crazy Joe released?
- Crazy Joe was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.