Crazy Mama
“In 1957 Cheryl Drove Her Mom's Chevy on a Heavy Date: Got Knocked Up, Knocked Over a Bank, Smashed Four Police Cars, and Kidnapped Her Stepfather. It Was a Crazy Year!”
Synopsis
Melba Stokes, her mother Sheba and daughter Cheryl embark on a crime spree after their California beauty parlor is repossessed. Their destination is Arkansas, where the three generations of women want to reclaim the family farm.
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Crazy Mama (1975) Original Trailer [FHD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-03-13
Top Cast
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Cloris Leachman
Melba
Stuart Whitman
Jim Bob
Ann Sothern
Sheba
Jim Backus
Mr. Albertson
Don Most
Shawn
Linda Purl
Cheryl
Bryan Englund
Snake
Merie Earle
Bertha
Sally Kirkland
Ella Mae
Clint Kimbrough
Daniel
Dick Miller
Wilbur Janeway
Carmen Argenziano
Supermarket Manager
Harry Northup
FBI Man
Ralph James
Sheriff - 1932
Dinah Englund
Melba - 1932
Rob Reece
Mover
Mickey Fox
Mrs. Morgan
John Aprea
Marvin
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 1, 1975
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jonathan Demme
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Thom
- Original Score
- Snotty Scotty and The Hankies
- Original Title
- Crazy Mama
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- New World Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jonathan Demme
Robert Thom, Frances Doel
Snotty Scotty and The Hankies
Tak Fujimoto, Bruce Logan
Allan Holzman, Lewis Teague
Julie Corman
Department Leadership Roster
Alan Gibbs
Stunt Coordinator
Snotty Scotty and The Hankies
Original Music Composer
Allan Holzman
Editor
Jac McAnelly
Costume Design
Bruce Logan
Director of Photography
Robert Thom
Screenplay
Jonathan Demme
Director
Lewis Teague
Editor
Julie Corman
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Crazy Mama
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Crazy Mama about?
Melba Stokes, her mother Sheba and daughter Cheryl embark on a crime spree after their California beauty parlor is repossessed. Their destination is Arkansas, where the three generations of women want to reclaim the family farm.
Who directed Crazy Mama?
Crazy Mama was directed by Jonathan Demme.
Who stars in Crazy Mama?
The principal cast of Crazy Mama includes Cloris Leachman, Stuart Whitman, Ann Sothern, Jim Backus, Don Most.
When was Crazy Mama released and how long is it?
Crazy Mama was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for Crazy Mama?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Crazy Mama was composed by Snotty Scotty and The Hankies.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Crazy Mama?
Crazy Mama holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).