Crazy House (1943 film)

Crazy House is a 1943 comedy film starring the comedy duo of Ole Olsen and Chic Johnson, known for their anarchic and zany style. The film, directed by Edward F. Cline, is a meta-comedy that breaks the fourth wall, featuring Olsen and Johnson attempting to make a "sensible" movie after being fired from Universal Studios for their previous chaotic films.

The plot revolves around their efforts to sell their script to a studio executive, encountering various eccentric characters and comedic set pieces along the way. Many Universal contract players and stars make cameo appearances, often parodying themselves or their well-known roles. These cameos contribute to the film's meta-narrative, blurring the lines between fiction and reality.

Crazy House is characterized by its slapstick humor, surreal situations, and disregard for conventional storytelling. It is considered a prime example of Olsen and Johnson's unique brand of comedy and a reflection of the screwball comedy tradition popular during the 1940s. The film's self-aware and self-referential style was ahead of its time and has influenced later comedic filmmakers. Despite its age, Crazy House remains a cult classic and is recognized for its energetic performances and inventive comedic sequences.