Analyze This (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1999, Analyze This is a comedy and crime film directed by Harold Ramis, running about 103 minutes. “New York's most powerful gangster is about to get in touch with his feelings.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Countless wiseguy films are spoofed in this film that centers on the neuroses and angst of a powerful Mafia racketeer who suffers from panic attacks. When Paul Vitti needs help dealing with his role in the "family," unlucky shrink Dr. Ben Sobel is given just days to resolve Vitti's emotional crisis and turn him into a happy, well-adjusted gangster.
Who’s in it. Analyze This stars Robert De Niro as Paul Vitti, Billy Crystal as Dr. Ben Sobel, Lisa Kudrow as Laura MacNamara Sobel and Chazz Palminteri as Primo Sidone, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Analyze This has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $176.9M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Analyze This page.
If you liked it. Fans of Analyze This tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Analyze This (1999)?
- In US, Analyze This is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Analyze This worth watching?
- Analyze This holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Analyze This?
- Analyze This stars Robert De Niro, Billy Crystal, Lisa Kudrow, Chazz Palminteri and Joe Viterelli.
- When was Analyze This released?
- Analyze This was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.