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Crimewave

1985, English. Directed by Sam Raimi.

Extermination is not just a business. It's a way of life

A pair of whacked-out cartoon-like exterminator/hitmen kill the owner of a burglar-alarm company, and stalk the partner who hired them, his wife, and a nerd framed for the murder, who tells the story in flashback from the electric chair.

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Runtime
1h 23m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
PG-13

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Crimewave is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo in India.

Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.

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Released
12 April 1985
Country
United States of America
Written by
Sam Raimi, Ethan Coen, Joel Coen
Budget
$3M
Box office
$5.1K
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Is Crimewave worth watching?

Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.5/10 from 178 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Crimewave?

Crimewave runs 83 minutes (1h 23m).

Does Crimewave have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Crimewave. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Crimewave parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Crimewave is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Crimewave on?

Crimewave is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)

What movies are like Crimewave?

If you liked Crimewave, try Bad, The Voices, Who Is Cletis Tout?.

Who directed Crimewave?

Crimewave (1985) was directed by Sam Raimi and stars Reed Birney, Louise Lasser, Sheree J. Wilson.

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