The Crazies movie poster

The Crazies

"Why are the good people dying?"

March 16, 1973 1h 43m 6.1/10 (397 votes)

Originally released in 1973. The Crazies is a science fiction/horror film. directed by George A. Romero.

Starring Lane Carroll, Will MacMillan, and Harold Wayne Jones

Synopsis

The military attempts to contain a manmade virus causing death and permanent insanity in those infected, as it overtakes a small Pennsylvania town.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 16, 1973 52 years ago
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Runtime 1h 43m 103 minutes total
User Rating 6.1/10 Good (397 votes)
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Budget $275K Production budget
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Box Office $143.8K 0.5x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$275,000
Revenue
$143,784

Production Companies

  • Pittsburgh Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Crazies about?

The military attempts to contain a manmade virus causing death and permanent insanity in those infected, as it overtakes a small Pennsylvania town.

Who directed The Crazies?

The Crazies was directed by George A. Romero.

How long is The Crazies?

The Crazies has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).

When was The Crazies released?

The Crazies was released on March 16, 1973 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Crazies?

The main cast of The Crazies includes Lane Carroll, Will MacMillan, Harold Wayne Jones, Lynn Lowry, Lloyd Hollar.

Is The Crazies worth watching?

The Crazies has a user rating of 6.1/10 based on 397 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.