Crime Wave
1985, English. Directed by John Paizs.
He was a quiet man...
A young director intent on making "the greatest color crime movie ever" can't seem to finish his script--he has a beginning and an end, but he can't quite figure out the middle. The daughter of his landlord, excited to have a real "movie person" living nearby, tries to help by putting him in touch with a man who wants to collaborate on a script--the strange "Dr. Jolly"
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Crime Wave is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Details
- Released
- 12 April 1985
- Country
- Canada, United States of America
- Written by
- John Paizs
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Crime Wave runs 80 minutes (1h 20m).
Does Crime Wave have a post-credits scene?
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Crime Wave parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Crime Wave is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Crime Wave on?
Crime Wave is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Crime Wave?
If you liked Crime Wave, try Sheroes, Accident Man, Throw Momma from the Train.
Who directed Crime Wave?
Crime Wave (1985) was directed by John Paizs and stars Eva Kovacs, John Paizs, Darrell Baran.