Crazy, Stupid, Love.
7.4
79%
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7.3
A heartbroken suburban husband learns to date again under the tutelage of a charming womanizer, while the lives of his family and friends tangle into a night of romantic confusion.
Ember's analysis
- MoodBright
- EnergyEnergetic
- PacingBrisk
- IntensityMild
- ComplexityEasy to follow
- ViolenceNone
More about the film
Overview
A heartwarming exploration of love and self-discovery unfolds amidst the chaos of modern relationships.
What critics said
Critics found it a sweet, smartly acted romantic comedy with a charming ensemble, though some felt its farce and fantasy sentiment strain against its own sincerity.
What sets it apart
- Jacob coaches Cal through dating while Cal in turn pushes Jacob toward real emotional commitment.
- Cal, Emily, Hannah, Jacob, Jessica and Robbie each carry separate love plots that connect through a single evening.
- Cal's divorce and his awkward single-life attempts generate the humor while the film stays sincere about pain.
Films like Crazy, Stupid, Love., and why
- Love Actuallyshared light romantic comedy tone, ensemble of interlocking romantic storylines, bittersweet warmth
- He's Just Not That Into Youshared midlife romantic reinvention and wry comedic ensemble tone
- The 40-Year-Old Virginshared Steve Carell romantic comedy with heartfelt emotional core and mentoring male friendship
- Hitchshared romantic comedy with a charming male lead mentoring a lovelorn character and warm sentiment
Movie Details
- Directors
- Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
- Release Date
- 2011-07-28
- Runtime
- 118 min
- Rating
- 7.3 / 10 (9631)
Common questions
- What is Crazy, Stupid, Love. about?
- A heartbroken suburban husband learns to date again under the tutelage of a charming womanizer, while the lives of his family and friends tangle into a night of romantic confusion.
- What is Crazy, Stupid, Love. like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Crazy, Stupid, Love. as brisk, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Crazy, Stupid, Love. violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Crazy, Stupid, Love..
- What did critics think of Crazy, Stupid, Love.?
- Critics found it a sweet, smartly acted romantic comedy with a charming ensemble, though some felt its farce and fantasy sentiment strain against its own sincerity.
- Which films are like Crazy, Stupid, Love.?
- Films with a similar feel include Love Actually, He's Just Not That Into You, The 40-Year-Old Virgin, and Hitch.
- How long is Crazy, Stupid, Love.?
- Crazy, Stupid, Love. runs 118 minutes.
- Where can I watch Crazy, Stupid, Love.?
- In United States, Crazy, Stupid, Love. streams on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max, Cinemax Apple TV channel.
Cast
- Glenn FicarraDirector
- Steve CarellCal
- Ryan GoslingJacob
- Julianne MooreEmily
- Emma StoneHannah
- Lio TiptonJessica
- Jonah BoboRobbie
- Joey KingMolly
- Marisa TomeiKate
- Beth LittlefordClaire
- John Carroll LynchBernie
