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The Babysitter (2017)

โ€œDream girls can be a nightmare.โ€

6.2/10 ยท 4,008 votes 1h 25m r ComedyHorror

#226 of 319 films from 2017 #2076 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by McG ยท Written by Brian Duffield

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Overview

When Cole stays up past his bedtime, he discovers that his hot babysitter is part of a Satanic cult that will stop at nothing to keep him quiet.

Cast

Judah Lewisas Cole Johnson
Samara Weavingas Bee
Robbie Amellas Max
Hana Mae Leeas Sonya
Bella Thorneas Allison
Emily Alyn Lindas Melanie
Andrew Bacheloras John
Doug Haleyas Samuel
Leslie Bibbas Mom
Ken Marinoas Dad
Samuel Gilbertas Romeo
Zachary Alexander Riceas Luis
Doc Duhameas Cop #1
Jean Claude Leuyeras Cop #2

Facts

Release dateOctober 13, 2017
Runtime85 min (1h 25m) โ€” shorter as the 2017 average of 107 min
GenresComedy, Horror
LanguageEN
IMDbtt4225622

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Questions

How long is The Babysitter?
The Babysitter runs 85 minutes (1h 25m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is The Babysitter worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.2/10 across 4,008 votes, which places it #226 of 319 films released in 2017 in this index (top 29%) and #2076 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Babysitter?
The Babysitter was directed by McG. Other well-rated titles by the same director: We Are Marshall (2006), Family Switch (2023), The Babysitter: Killer Queen (2020).
Who stars in The Babysitter?
Judah Lewis as Cole Johnson; Samara Weaving as Bee; Robbie Amell as Max; Hana Mae Lee as Sonya; Bella Thorne as Allison; Emily Alyn Lind as Melanie.
What is The Babysitter rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Babysitter?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/43430.

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