RELEASED IN 1987 and directed by Chris Columbus, “Adventures in Babysitting” (aka "A Night on the Town") is a teen dramedy about 17 year-old babysitter, Chris (Elisabeth Shue), from the suburbs of Chicago who has no choice but to take the siblings she’s babysitting (Keith Coogan & Maia Brewton) and their friend (Anthony Rapp) into the big city whereupon they have many misadventures. Penelope Ann Miller plays Chris’…
She thought babysitting was easy money - until she started hanging out with the Andersons.
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.
Top Cast
Elisabeth Shue
Chris Parker
Maia Brewton
Sara Anderson
Keith Coogan
Brad Anderson
Anthony Rapp
Daryl Coopersmith
Calvin Levels
Joe Gipp
Vincent D'Onofrio
Dawson / 'Thor'
Penelope Ann Miller
Brenda
George Newbern
Dan Lynch
John Ford Noonan
John Pruitt
Bradley Whitford
Mike Todwell
Ron Canada
Greydon
John Davis Chandler
Bleak
Dan Ziskie
Mr. Anderson
Allan Aarons
Janitor #1
Marcia Bennett
Nurse
Rummy Bishop
Janitor #2
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FAQ about Adventures in Babysitting
What is Adventures in Babysitting about?
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…
When was Adventures in Babysitting released?
Adventures in Babysitting was released in 1987.
What genres does Adventures in Babysitting belong to?
Adventures in Babysitting is categorised as Comedy.
Who stars in Adventures in Babysitting?
The cast of Adventures in Babysitting includes Elisabeth Shue, Maia Brewton, Keith Coogan, Anthony Rapp, Calvin Levels.

















