The Crazysitter (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1994, The Crazysitter is a comedy and family film directed by Michael McDonald, running about 92 minutes. “She'll steal your heart.. After she sells your kids!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When a petty criminal escapes from jail, she lays low by posing as a babysitter for two semmingly precious children. But when she decides to sell them for a quick profit, she gets more than she bargained for. A wildy clever family comedy in the tradition of "Home Alone" and "Mrs. Doubtfire".
Who’s in it. The Crazysitter stars Beverly D'Angelo as Edie, Ed Begley Jr. as Paul Van Arsdale, Carol Kane as Treva Van Arsdale and Brady Bluhm as Jason Van Arsdale, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Crazysitter has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Crazysitter page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Crazysitter tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Crazysitter (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Crazysitter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Crazysitter worth watching?
- The Crazysitter holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Crazysitter?
- The Crazysitter stars Beverly D'Angelo, Ed Begley Jr., Carol Kane, Brady Bluhm and Phil Hartman.
- When was The Crazysitter released?
- The Crazysitter was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.