Adventures in Babysitting
Directed by Chris Columbus
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.
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- RecordedsnakeJanuary 29, 2026Adventures in Babysitting is a fun, chaotic ’80s comedy where a simple babysitting night spirals into wild city adventures. Elisabeth Shue shines as the resourceful teen, and the film’s humor and energy make it a nostalgic, entertaining ride—light on plot but big on fun.
Adventures in Babysitting Trivia
Adventures in Babysitting was released on July 1, 1987.
Adventures in Babysitting was directed by Chris Columbus.
Adventures in Babysitting has a runtime of 1h 42m.
Adventures in Babysitting was produced by Debra Hill, Lynda Obst.
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.
The key characters in Adventures in Babysitting are Chris Parker (Elisabeth Shue), Sara Anderson (Maia Brewton), Brad Anderson (Keith Coogan).
Adventures in Babysitting is rated PG-13.
Adventures in Babysitting is a Comedy, Crime, Adventure film.
Adventures in Babysitting has an audience rating of 7 out of 10.
Adventures in Babysitting had a budget of $7M.
Adventures in Babysitting has made $34.4M at the box office.