---
title: "Crush"
year: 2002
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/crush-2002"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 18435
imdb_id: "tt0245407"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 112
community_rating: 5.7
vote_count: 52
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Crush (2002) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/crush-2002

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Crush is a 2001 film that explores the lives of three women living in a small English town. The story centers on three friends in their forties who gather on a weekly basis to consume gin, cigarettes, and sweets. During these meetings, the women share stories and debate which of them possesses the most pathetic love life. The central character, Kate, serves as the headmistress of the local school. Her two closest companions are the town police chief and a cynical doctor who has been divorced three times. The film is categorized as a romance, comedy, and drama. It was written and directed by John McKay. The cast of the film includes Andie MacDowell, Imelda Staunton, Anna Chancellor, Kenny Doughty, and Bill Paterson. The production had a runtime of one hour and fifty-two minutes and received a United States release on January 17, 2002. The film is sometimes referred to as a 2001 production in various records, though it reached audiences in early 2002.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: John McKay
- **Networks / Studios**: Columbia Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Andie MacDowell** as *Kate Scales*
- **Imelda Staunton** as *Janine*
- **Anna Chancellor** as *Molly Cartwright*
- **Kenny Doughty** as *Jed Willis*
- **Bill Paterson** as *Gerald*
- **Richenda Carey** as *Lady Governor*
- **Andrew Bicknell** as *Mr Yacht*
- **Jeremy Gittins** as *Mr Horse*
- **Joe Roberts** as *Brendan*
- **Sarah Rickman** as *Assistant #1*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Crush online?
Crush is currently available to watch or stream on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Crush worth watching?
Crush holds a community rating of 5.7/10 based on 52 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Romance, Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Crush and when was it released?
Crush is a feature film with a runtime of 112 minutes. It was released in 2002. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Crush?
Crush was directed by John McKay.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Crush — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/18435)
- [Crush (2002) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/18435-crush/cast)
- [Crush (2001) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0245407/fullcredits/)
- [Crush (2001 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crush_(2001_film))
- [Crush - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crush)
- [Blue Crush - Production & Contact Info | IMDbPro](https://pro.imdb.com/title/tt0300532/)

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