Adventureland (2009)
Nothing brings people together like a crappy summer job.
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.
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
Screenplay
- Greg Mottola (Screenplay)
Themes
Forbidden Love and Passionate Affairs, Struggling to Save a Failing Marriage, Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Nostalgic Memories and the Past
Keywords
infidelity, amusement park, summer job, carny, marijuana joint, reconciliation, ticket booth, job seeking, leaving home, duringcreditsstinger, young adult, 1980s, sympathetic
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Adventureland about?
- 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.
- Who directed Adventureland?
- Adventureland was directed by Greg Mottola.
- Who stars in Adventureland?
- Adventureland stars Jesse Eisenberg, Kristen Stewart, Martin Starr, Kristen Wiig, Bill Hader, Ryan Reynolds.
- How long is Adventureland?
- Adventureland has a runtime of 1h 47m (107 minutes).
- What genre is Adventureland?
- Adventureland is a Comedy, Drama, Romance film.
- What is the budget of Adventureland?
- Adventureland had a budget of $10M.
- How much did Adventureland gross?
- Adventureland grossed $17M worldwide.
- Where was Adventureland produced?
- Adventureland was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Adventureland?
- The themes of Adventureland include: Forbidden Love and Passionate Affairs, Struggling to Save a Failing Marriage, Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Nostalgic Memories and the Past.