They Call Me Jeeg movie poster

They Call Me Jeeg

"A superhero like no other"

February 25, 2016 1h 52m 7.4/10 (2,563 votes)

Originally released in 2016. They Call Me Jeeg is a drama/action film. directed by Gabriele Mainetti.

Starring Claudio Santamaria, Luca Marinelli, and Ilenia Pastorelli

Synopsis

Exposed to radioactive waste, small-time crook Enzo gains super-strength. A misanthropic, introverted brute, he uses his powers for personal gain until he meets Alessia, a mentally ill girl who believes Enzo is the hero from her favorite anime, Steel Jeeg.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 25, 2016 9 years ago
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Runtime 1h 52m 112 minutes total
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User Rating 7.4/10 Great (2,563 votes)
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Budget $1.9M Production budget
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Box Office $5.7M 3.0x return
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Language Italian Original language
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Country Italy Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
IT
Budget
$1,900,000
Revenue
$5,713,331

Production Companies

  • Goon Films
  • RAI Cinema

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is They Call Me Jeeg about?

Exposed to radioactive waste, small-time crook Enzo gains super-strength. A misanthropic, introverted brute, he uses his powers for personal gain until he meets Alessia, a mentally ill girl who bel...

Who directed They Call Me Jeeg?

They Call Me Jeeg was directed by Gabriele Mainetti.

How long is They Call Me Jeeg?

They Call Me Jeeg has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).

When was They Call Me Jeeg released?

They Call Me Jeeg was released on February 25, 2016 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in They Call Me Jeeg?

The main cast of They Call Me Jeeg includes Claudio Santamaria, Luca Marinelli, Ilenia Pastorelli, Stefano Ambrogi, Maurizio Tesei.

Is They Call Me Jeeg worth watching?

They Call Me Jeeg has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 2,563 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.