Crash Pad (2017): Cast & Ratings
Crash Pad is a 2017 comedy drama directed by Kevin Tent, starring Domhnall Gleeson as Stensland, Thomas Haden Church and Christina Applegate. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes. Critics gave it 50% on Rotten Tomatoes and 46 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.8/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 31m (91 min)
- Director
- Kevin Tent
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Vertical Entertainment
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Crash Pad About?
The premise of Crash Pad without spoilers.
A man finds himself caught in a passionate romance, only to discover a shocking truth: his alluring lover is driven by a desire for revenge. She’s seeking retribution against her own unfaithful husband, and their whirlwind affair becomes a complex scheme of deception. As the truth unravels, the relationship exposes the darker aspects of love, betrayal, and manipulation, blurring the lines between genuine connection and calculated revenge.
Crash Pad Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- cheerleader
- kiss
- meeting
- eavesdropping
- ear to wall
- problem
- domestic dispute
- reference to napoleon
- presentation
- knife
- tattoo on neck
- barbecue
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- backyard barbecue
- chained dog
- jumping over a fence
- chase
- orgasm
- love advice
- life advice
- reference to aladdin
- donuts
- brunette woman
- sliding door
- reference to billy ocean
- store opening
- mobile phone
- reference to willy wonka
- record album
- record player
- man dancing
- cleaner
- working late
- dirty clothes
- laundry
- saving
- wing man
- sleeping in a store
- sitting in the middle of a road
- falling out of a moving car
- punched in the face
- alley
- alleyway
- brawl
- asian woman
- braid
- woman dancing
- dancing woman
- bar tab
- irish
- irish accent
Crash Pad Cast & Characters
Domhnall Gleeson leads the cast as Stensland, with Thomas Haden Church as Grady and Christina Applegate as Morgan. Directed by Kevin Tent; 13 actors are credited in all.
- Director Kevin Tent
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Domhnall Gleeson as Stensland -
Thomas Haden Church as Grady -
Christina Applegate as Morgan -
Donna Benedicto as Hipster Girl with Jacket
Also Starring in Crash Pad
· 9 more- Nina Dobrev Hannah
- Sunita Prasad Counter Girl
- Aliyah O'Brien Female Bartender
- Julian Christopher
- Anja Savcic Peggy the Pony Snuggler
- Nils Hognestad Pierce
- Anna Van Hooft
- Vladimir Ruzich Giant Hipster
- Brittney Irvin
More from Kevin Tent
More films directed by Kevin Tent: Ultra Warrior and Blackbelt II: Fatal Force.
Crash Pad Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Crash Pad 50% on Rotten Tomatoes and 46 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.8/10. Our Echo Score gives it 67/100, strongest in story & flow (75) and weakest in sensory experience (55).
Crash Pad Echo Score Breakdown
In its current form, Crash Pad demonstrates uneven execution across multiple creative dimensions. Some critics highlighted the film’s clever dialogue and solid chemistry between the leads, while others found the pacing and thematic undercurrents undermined by forced plot conventions and casual misogyny. The direction is competent but seldom innovative, and the visual presentation remains serviceable rather than distinctive. On balance, the film offers enough humorous character moments and sharp writing to satisfy genre fans, though its structural inconsistencies limit broader appeal.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 60
In terms of Art & Craft, the film’s direction delivers competent scene construction and clear visual framing, but it rarely ventures beyond functional aesthetics. Critics noted the production design and editing maintain a solid pace, though the overall look lacks distinctive flourishes or inventive camera work. Ultimately, the craft supports the story without elevating it.
- Character & Emotion 68
When it comes to Character & Emotion, the lead performances offer palpable chemistry and moments of genuine warmth, especially in the banter and empathetic interchanges. Critics pointed to occasional one-dimensional writing and casual misogynistic undertones that undercut deeper resonance. As a result, the characters remain engaging in parts but do not fully realize their emotional potential.
- Story & Flow 75
In terms of Story & Flow, the screenplay offers brisk pacing and inventive dialogue that frequently delights with original setups and sharp humor. Yet critics observed that the revenge-comedy framework feels formulaic, and some plot beats lean on predictable resolutions. The result is an engaging but structurally inconsistent narrative that entertains intermittently without achieving sustained coherence.
- Sensory Experience 55
When considering Sensory Experience, the film features a clear sound mix and an unobtrusive score that supports comedic timing without drawing attention. Visual styling remains straightforward, favoring naturalistic lighting and modest production design over stylized or atmospheric imagery. Consequently, the sensory elements function effectively but rarely enhance the film’s mood beyond basic utility.
- Rewatch Factor 65
In terms of Rewatch Factor, the film’s witty dialogue and character-driven humor may reward a second viewing for audiences attuned to its comedic nuances. However, the reliance on familiar genre tropes and uneven plot structure limits the appeal of repeated viewings. Consequently, the film offers selective replay value primarily for its sharper one-liners and lead interactions.
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IMDb 5.8 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 50% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 52%
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Metacritic 46 Metascore
User score 8.0
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TMDB 56% User score
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Letterboxd 2.7 /5
6 ratings
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Movie Insider 3.7 /5
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Crash Pad Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Crash Pad.
Cars in Crash Pad
22 cars on screen, including the 2012 BMW 3 F30 and the 2003 Ford Crown Victoria.
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2012 BMW 3 F30 Important role -
2003 Ford Crown Victoria Minor role -
2003 Ford Crown Victoria Minor role -
Grumman-Olson Kurbmaster Minor role
Crash Pad Also Known As
21 alternative titles, including “뜻밖의 룸메이트” and “A Vingança Serve-se Fria”.
- Also known as
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- 뜻밖의 룸메이트
- A Vingança Serve-se Fria
- Kihasználva
- 크래시 패드
- Катастрофата
- Ночлежка
- La venganza se sirve fría
- Mon coup d'un soir, mon ex et moi
- Mon coup d’un soir, mon ex et moi
- To nie jest miłość
- Dolce vendetta
- Matracis
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- Sıradışı İntikam
- Vietelė numigt
- דירה לשניים
- Légzsák
- Crash Pad: Dando o Troco
- 露水风波
- Нічліжка
- 執二攤
- ホームメイト!
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Crash Pad FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Crash Pad, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Crash Pad?
Crash Pad runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).
When was Crash Pad released?
Crash Pad was released on October 27, 2017.
Who directed Crash Pad?
Crash Pad was directed by Kevin Tent.
More films by Kevin Tent Who is in the cast of Crash Pad?
Crash Pad stars Domhnall Gleeson as Stensland, Thomas Haden Church as Grady and Christina Applegate as Morgan, among 13 credited actors.
How is Crash Pad rated?
Crash Pad has 5.8/10 on IMDb, 50% on Rotten Tomatoes, 46 on Metacritic and 56% on TMDB.
Does Crash Pad have a post-credit scene?
No. Crash Pad has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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