Crazy, Stupid, Love.

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Crazy, Stupid, Love.

PG-13

Released Jul 29, 2011

1h 58m

Romance

Comedy

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Cal Weaver (Steve Carell) is living the American dream. He has a good job, a beautiful house, great children and a beautiful wife, named Emily (Julianne Moore). Cal's seemingly perfect life unravels, however, when he learns that Emily has been unfaithful and wants a divorce. Over 40 and suddenly single, Cal is adrift in the fickle world of dating. Enter, Jacob Palmer (Ryan Gosling), a self-styled player who takes Cal under his wing and teaches him how to be a hit with the ladies.

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Critics Consensus

It never lives up to the first part of its title, but Crazy, Stupid, Love's unabashed sweetness -- and its terrifically talented cast -- more than make up for its flaws.

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Kate Erbland

Film School Rejects

Despite some shaky plotting, the Carell and Gosling duo is an engaging watch and the two have their own special brand of chemistry that keeps the film going, even when things feel just ludicrous enough to be distracting.

Rated: B-

Sep 23, 2019

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Sara Michelle Fetters

MovieFreak.com

The acting is universally excellent, and during the majority of the film's running time what's taking place is almost too glorious for words.

Rated: 2.5/4

Jan 27, 2012

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Jim Schembri

The Age (Australia)

Steve Carell sets aside his goofball schtick for a more earthy role in this satisfying, mature ensemble romantic dramedy.

Rated: 3.5/5

Oct 18, 2011

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Patricia Karounos

Refinery29

Crazy, Stupid, Love isn't just about one couple; rather, it's an exploration about the nature of dating, coming together, and relationship expiration dates in general.

Oct 23, 2023

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

What I like best about Crazy, Stupid, Love. is the structure, and how seemingly frivolous subplots come together and inform the others in crucial ways during a hilarious screwball climax.

Rated: 3/4

Mar 6, 2023

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Danielle Solzman

Solzy at the Movies

Crazy Stupid Love is able to succeed because of having relatable characters.

Jul 29, 2021

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Paula R

I loved it! I started watching romcom genre thanks to this movie. Such beautifully crafted relationships that are much fun at the same time. What can I say about the cast? Amazing actors and actresses. I enjoyed all the movie. Love is complicated, and this movie knows perfectly how to show it. Close up plans of Ryan Gosling eating a pizza, a great plot twist and a beautiful under the rain scene. What else can I ask for?

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/19/25

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W. Scott S

I'm shocked this movie is not in the 90% range for both Tomatometer and ESPECIALLY Popcornmeter. It's one of my all-time favorites. It's a brilliant script, hilarious at times, touching at times, and it contains my absolute favorite scene in all movies. Love can be crazy, love can be stupid, but love is love. If you love someone, you have your reasons and you can't help it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/14/25

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Albert W

Not bad but dunno about all the sleeping around... cute little comedy in some ways but ...

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

02/06/25

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David K

The movie explores the fragility of love across different stages of life, from youth to middle age. It illustrates that even when striving to be the best version of yourself, you may still face the repercussions of others’ actions. Cal Weaver, the devoted husband, and Emily Weaver, his emotionally conflicted wife, ultimately rediscover forgiveness and rekindle their love, despite their own questionable choices. The playboy Jacob Palmer, idolized by men as a symbol of dominance over women; the wholesome, PG-13 girl Hannah, who seeks a more serious man; the bold Robbie Weaver, who believes in true love; the confused Jessica Riley, who appreciates an older and kind man—all of them, along with the other characters, come together to form a comedic love story that explores the naughty and lustful experiences we fantasize about. However, it's important to remember that this is a fantasy. If these scenarios were to play out in the real world, they would have serious repercussions and consequences in the present day (2025).

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/30/25

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alan g

Steve Cartfulofshit can't act. Please stop making movies with him.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

01/30/25

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Ryan C

It's a good movie but it misses the mark to be more memorable that it is.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

01/24/25

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Synopsis

Cal Weaver (Steve Carell) is living the American dream. He has a good job, a beautiful house, great children and a beautiful wife, named Emily (Julianne Moore). Cal's seemingly perfect life unravels, however, when he learns that Emily has been unfaithful and wants a divorce. Over 40 and suddenly single, Cal is adrift in the fickle world of dating. Enter, Jacob Palmer (Ryan Gosling), a self-styled player who takes Cal under his wing and teaches him how to be a hit with the ladies.

Director: Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
Producer: Steve Carell, Denise Di Novi
Screenwriter: Dan Fogelman
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co: DiNovi Pictures, Carousel
Rating: PG-13 (Language|Coarse Humor|Sexual Content)
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 29, 2011, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 13, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $84.3M
Runtime: 1h 58m
Sound Mix: SDDS, Dolby Digital, DTS

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