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Like Crazy (2017): Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Like Crazy is a 2017 comedy drama directed by Paolo Virzì. It runs 1 hour 58 minutes and earned $9 million worldwide on a $15 million budget. Critics gave it 84% on Rotten Tomatoes and 74 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.1/10.

IMDb rating
7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes
84%
worldwide gross
$9M
Echo Score
80
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Like Crazy (2017) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 58m (118 min)
Director
Paolo Virzì
Genres
Drama , Comedy
Original language
Italian
Budget
$15M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Like Crazy About?

The premise of Like Crazy without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Two women, Beatrice, a captivating socialite, and Donatella, a reserved introvert, forge an unexpected connection while residing at Villa Biondi, a forward-thinking psychiatric clinic. As they navigate their release and attempt to reintegrate into society, they seek love and happiness, confronting challenges and discovering hidden strengths along the way.

Like Crazy Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • escape
  • mother son reunion
  • tattoo
  • tuscany italy
  • fiat
  • lancia
  • 2010s
  • eccentric aristocrat
  • italian aristocrat
  • sedation
  • walking out of a restaurant without paying the check
  • estranged mother
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  • film set
  • suicidal thoughts
  • italy
  • tuscany
  • beach
  • attempting suicide by jumping from a bridge
  • hospital
  • female friendship
  • road movie
  • year 2014
  • jeep
  • convertible
  • aristocratic family
  • obsessive compulsive disorder
  • telephone harassment
  • reference to hillary clinton
  • reference to bill clinton
  • garden center
  • red convertible
  • on the run
  • luxury
  • fancy restaurant
  • reference to tchaikovsky
  • mother daughter relationship
  • estranged father
  • bipolar disorder
  • film shoot
  • adoptive parents
  • adoption against mother's wishes
  • road trip adventure
  • female nudity
  • psychiatric hospital
  • driving
  • car theft
  • hit by a motorcycle
  • underwater scene
  • attempted suicide
  • suicide attempt
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Crew

The Director of Like Crazy

Directed by Paolo Virzì.

From the director

More from Paolo Virzì

More films directed by Paolo Virzì, best-rated first: Caterina va in città, Human Capital, The First Beautiful Thing and The Leisure Seeker.

Full filmography
Ratings

Like Crazy Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Like Crazy 84% on Rotten Tomatoes and 74 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.1/10. Our Echo Score gives it 80/100, strongest in sensory experience (85) and weakest in story & flow (72).

80 /100

Like Crazy Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, Like Crazy excels as a warmly engaging dramedy with energetic momentum and emotional depth. Critics and users note the film’s brisk pacing and vivid settings that sustain interest, while nuanced performances ground the whirlwind of comedic and dramatic beats. Though occasional lapses in coherence and moments of narrative restlessness emerge, the balance of memorable set pieces and heartfelt character interactions gives the film enduring appeal. The result is an enjoyable experience with modest imperfections but lasting charm.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 80

    In terms of art and craft, the film showcases vibrant location work and dynamic camerawork that capture the Tuscan landscape with clarity. Critics highlight Paolo Virzì’s rhythmic direction and varied shooting locations that enhance the production’s visual cohesion. User feedback praises the Italian stylistic flourishes and seamless editing that maintain a sense of momentum. Overall, the technical craftsmanship effectively supports the film’s energetic tone without drawing undue attention to itself.

  • Character & Emotion 80

    In terms of character and emotion, the film is anchored by strong performances that convey warmth and complexity. Observers commend Valeria Bruni Tedeschi and Micaela Ramazzotti for capturing nuanced emotional arcs, from headstrong exuberance to quiet heartache. Though some note that secondary figures receive less depth, the central duo’s chemistry and expressive range deliver meaningful resonance throughout the narrative.

  • Story & Flow 72

    Regarding story and flow, Like Crazy delivers a spirited script with unpredictable developments that sustain engagement. Reviews note lively pacing in the first half, occasional narrative wandering in its manic second act, and an ultimately coherent progression toward emotional resolution. Some find the dramatic-comedic shifts uneven, yet the journey’s evolving stakes and thematic undercurrents preserve overall coherence and interest.

  • Sensory Experience 85

    In terms of sensory experience, the film offers visually attractive cinematography and vivid production design that immerses viewers in its Italian setting. Critics appreciate the well-defined color palettes and location choices, while users highlight the dynamic camerawork that underscores the offbeat tone. The film’s audio-visual elements cohere to create an engaging atmosphere, balancing lively energy with moments of reflective calm.

  • Rewatch Factor 85

    In terms of rewatch value, Like Crazy presents enough narrative surprises and character interplay to invite repeat viewings. Supporters cite the unpredictable twists, spirited energy, and nuanced performances as elements that reveal additional layers on subsequent watches. While a few consider its emotional peaks more effective than its detours, the film’s warmth and varied set pieces give it a lasting, revisit-worthy appeal.

Plot

Like Crazy Plot Summary

What happens in Like Crazy from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Anna Gardner, an exchange student from Britain, finds herself deeply in love with Jacob Helm, an American classmate, as they navigate their college life in sunny Los Angeles. After their graduation, Anna decides to spend her summer with Jacob instead of returning home, blissfully unaware of the implications of overstaying her soon-to-expire student visa. Upon visiting London for a family commitment, Anna attempts to return to the U.S. but is met with a shock; immigration officials detain her and send her straight back to the U.K.

Full summary

The whole story of Like Crazy, scene by scene

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Box office

Like Crazy Box Office & Budget

Like Crazy grossed $9 million worldwide on a $15 million budget, 60% of what it cost. $107,362 came from the US and Canada and $8.9 million (99%) from the rest of the world.

2017 box office

Worldwide gross

$9M

60% of its budget back

US & Canada
$107.4K
International
$8.9M
Budget
$15M
US & Canada 1% Rest of the world 99%
Videos

Like Crazy Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Like Crazy.

Official Australian Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Like Crazy?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What issue leads to Anna being deported back to the UK?

Details

Like Crazy Also Known As

27 alternative titles, including “라이크 크레이지” and “Folles de joie”.

Also known as
  • 라이크 크레이지
  • Folles de joie
  • Locas de alegría
  • Η Τρελή Χαρά
  • Loucas de Alegria
  • חיים משוגעים
  • Őrült boldogság
  • Die Überglücklichen
  • 疯爱
  • Šíleně šťastná
  • Deli Dolu
  • Nebune de fericire
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  • Лудетини
  • Hulluna onnesta
  • Springtur i Toscana
  • Як навіжені
  • Boges d’alegria
  • Луди провод
  • En smak av lykke
  • Как чокнутые
  • Zwariować ze szczęścia
  • Galna av lycka
  • 閨蜜瘋上路
  • 閨蜜失心瘋
  • Loucamente
  • Noro veselje
  • 歓びのトスカーナ

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FAQ

Like Crazy FAQ: Box Office, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Like Crazy, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Like Crazy?

Like Crazy runs 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).

When was Like Crazy released?

Like Crazy was released on May 5, 2017.

Who directed Like Crazy?

Like Crazy was directed by Paolo Virzì.

More films by Paolo Virzì

How much did Like Crazy make at the box office?

Like Crazy grossed $9 million worldwide ($107,362 domestic, $8.9 million international) on a budget of $15 million.

How is Like Crazy rated?

Like Crazy has 7.1/10 on IMDb, 84% on Rotten Tomatoes, 74 on Metacritic and 74% on TMDB.

Does Like Crazy have a post-credit scene?

No. Like Crazy has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Like Crazy in?

The original language of Like Crazy is Italian.

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