Crazy Eddie's Discount Store

Crazy Eddie — His Prices Were INSANE!

Founded: 1971 | Founders: Eddie and Sam Antar | Origin: Brooklyn, New York

Crazy Eddie was one of the most unforgettable electronics retail chains in American history, famous for its outrageous television commercials, energetic advertising, and promises of incredibly low prices.

Founded in 1971 in Brooklyn, New York, Crazy Eddie quickly became a household name throughout the New York metropolitan area. The stores sold televisions, stereos, radios, VCRs, appliances, and other popular electronics.

The company's advertising became legendary thanks to radio personality Jerry Carroll, who portrayed Crazy Eddie in commercials. His fast-talking, enthusiastic delivery helped make the slogan "Crazy Eddie — His Prices Are INSANE!" one of the most recognizable advertising catchphrases of the 1970s and 1980s.

During its peak, Crazy Eddie expanded to dozens of stores across the northeastern United States, attracting bargain hunters looking for the latest electronics at competitive prices.

Behind the company's popularity, however, serious financial misconduct was taking place. Accounting fraud and other illegal activities contributed to the company's collapse. Crazy Eddie filed for bankruptcy in 1989, and the original retail chain ultimately disappeared.

Despite its controversial ending, Crazy Eddie remains a memorable part of American retail history, especially for shoppers who grew up watching its unforgettable commercials.

At CheckoutMall, we remember Crazy Eddie in our "Brands Gone, But Not Forgotten" collection, celebrating the electronics stores, television commercials, and shopping experiences that became part of American pop culture.

Crazy Eddie — His Prices Are INSANE!