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Adventures in Babysitting (1987)

โ€œShe thought babysitting was easy money - until she started hanging out with the Andersons.โ€

6.9/10 ยท 797 votes 1h 42m pg-13 Comedy

#24 of 59 films from 1987 #925 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Chris Columbus ยท Written by David Simkins

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Overview

When plans with her boyfriend fall through, high school senior Chris Parker ends up babysitting the Anderson kids, Brad and Sara. What should be a quiet night in, however, turns into a series of ridiculous exploits, starting when they leave the house to pick up Chris' friend Brenda. Soon, Brad's buddy Daryl is involved, and the group must contend with car thieves, blues musicians and much more.

Cast

Elisabeth Shueas Chris
Keith Cooganas Brad
Maia Brewtonas Sara
Anthony Rappas Daryl
Calvin Levelsas Joe Gipp
Penelope Ann Milleras Brenda
George Newbernas Dan
John Ford Noonanas Pruitt
Bradley Whitfordas Mike
Ron Canadaas Graydon
John Davis Chandleras Bleak
Vincent D'Onofrioas Dawson
Dan Ziskieas Mr. Anderson
Allan Aaronsas Janitor #1

Facts

Release dateJuly 1, 1987
Runtime102 min (1h 42m) โ€” about the same as the 1987 average of 106 min
GenresComedy
LanguageEN
Budget$7,000,000
Box office$34,368,475 (4.9ร— budget)
IMDbtt0092513

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Questions

How long is Adventures in Babysitting?
Adventures in Babysitting runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Is Adventures in Babysitting worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 797 votes, which places it #24 of 59 films released in 1987 in this index (top 61%) and #925 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Adventures in Babysitting?
Adventures in Babysitting was directed by Chris Columbus. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001), Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002), Home Alone (1990).
Who stars in Adventures in Babysitting?
Elisabeth Shue as Chris; Keith Coogan as Brad; Maia Brewton as Sara; Anthony Rapp as Daryl; Calvin Levels as Joe Gipp; Penelope Ann Miller as Brenda.
What is Adventures in Babysitting rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Adventures in Babysitting?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/6132.

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