Crazy Joe
“No killer of the streets ever gave it or got it like Crazy Joe!”
Synopsis
The rise and fall of a Mafia gangster, based on the life of murdered New York gangster "Crazy" Joey Gallo.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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CRAZY JOE - (1974) Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-02-10
Top Cast
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Peter Boyle
Joe
Paula Prentiss
Anne
Fred Williamson
Willy
Rip Torn
Richie
Charles Cioffi
Coletti
Luther Adler
Falco
Carmine Caridi
Jelly
Henry Winkler
Mannie
Sam Coppola
Chick
Franco Lantieri
Nunzio
Louis Guss
Magliocco
Fausto Tozzi
Frank
Guido Leontini
Angelo
Mario Erpichini
Danny
Michael V. Gazzo
Adam Wade
J.D.
Hervé Villechaize
Samson
Gabriele Torrei
Cheech
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 8, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Carlo Lizzani
- Screenplay & Story
- Lewis John Carlino
- Original Score
- Giancarlo Chiaramello
- Original Title
- Crazy Joe
- Country of Origin
- Italy, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Persky-Bright Productions, DDL Cinematografica, Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Carlo Lizzani
Lewis John Carlino, Nicholas Gage
Giancarlo Chiaramello
Aldo Tonti
Peter Zinner
Dino De Laurentiis, Nino Crisman
Department Leadership Roster
Carlo Lizzani
Director
Dino De Laurentiis
Producer
Aldo Tonti
Director of Photography
Lewis John Carlino
Screenplay
Peter Zinner
Editor
Giancarlo Chiaramello
Original Music Composer
Ann Roth
Costume Design
Jerry Brutsche
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Crazy Joe
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Crazy Joe about?
The rise and fall of a Mafia gangster, based on the life of murdered New York gangster "Crazy" Joey Gallo.
Who directed Crazy Joe?
Crazy Joe was directed by Carlo Lizzani.
Who stars in Crazy Joe?
The principal cast of Crazy Joe includes Peter Boyle, Paula Prentiss, Fred Williamson, Rip Torn, Charles Cioffi.
When was Crazy Joe released and how long is it?
Crazy Joe was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for Crazy Joe?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Crazy Joe was composed by Giancarlo Chiaramello.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Crazy Joe?
Crazy Joe holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).