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Stir Crazy 1980

“Two jailbirds who just want out of the cage.”

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What is Stir Crazy?

Stir Crazy is a film first released in 1980. Catalogued under Comedy, Crime.

Type
Film
Year
1980
Status
Released
Runtime
111 minutes
Release date
Dec 12, 1980
Studios
Columbia Pictures
Genres
Comedy, Crime
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82 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.4/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.4/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Comedy #Crime

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Stir Crazy is a film first released in 1980. Catalogued under Comedy, Crime. Produced and broadcast by Columbia Pictures. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“Two jobless New Yorkers get tangled in a bank robbery and end up behind bars.”

Reasons to watch
  • Humorous take on mistaken identity and prison life
  • Quirky plot involving woodpecker costumes
  • Shows the characters' desperate search for work
Keep in mind
  • Reception was mixed, so the humor may not appeal to everyone

Watch it if you enjoy off‑beat comedies about unlikely criminals.

The film is a light comedy with crime elements, appropriate for mature teens and adults.

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When was Stir Crazy released?

It was released in the United States on December 12, 1980.

What genre does the film belong to?

It is classified as a comedy and crime film.

How long is the movie?

The runtime is 1 hour and 51 minutes.

Who are the main characters?

The story follows New Yorkers Skip Donahue and Harry Monroe.

How was the film received?

It received mixed reviews but was a major financial success.

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