Adventureland
R“It was the worst job they ever imagined… and the best time of their lives.”
2009·107 min·Released
Studio: Miramax, Sidney Kimmel Entertainment, This is that
6.4TMDb
6.8IMDb
89%RT
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Theatrical Apr 3, 2009Physical Aug 25, 2009
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USA · English · USA
Overview
It's the summer of 1987, and recent college grad James Brennan can't wait to begin his long-anticipated dream trip to Europe. Unfortunately, James' plans come to a screeching halt when his parents announce that they are unable to subsidize his trip. Forced to take a job at the local amusement park, James prepares for the worst summer ever, until he finds love with a captivating co-worker named Em.
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Crew
DirectorGreg Mottola
WriterGreg Mottola
Cast
Jesse Eisenberg
James Brennan
Kristen Stewart
Em Lewin
Martin Starr
Joel
Kristen Wiig
Paulette
Bill Hader
Bobby
Ryan Reynolds
Mike Connell
Margarita Levieva
Lisa P.
Jack Gilpin
Mr. Brennan
Josh Pais
Mr. Lewin
Wendie Malick
Mrs. Brennan
Mary Birdsong
Francy
Matt Bush
Tommy Frigo
Paige Howard
Sue O'Malley
Dan Bittner
Pete O'Malley
Barret Hackney
Munch
Michael Zegen
Eric
Kimisha Renee Davis
Kelly
Vanessa Hope
Ronnie Connell
Kelsey Ledgin
Arlene
Ryan McFarland
Brad
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Keywords
infidelityamusement parksummer jobcarnymarijuana jointreconciliationticket boothjob seekingleaving homeduringcreditsstingeryoung adult1980ssympathetic
Details
Budget
$10M
Revenue
$17M
TMDb Votes
2,345
Added May 14, 2026Updated Jun 4, 2026