Adventureland
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64% Critic Match

Adventureland

It was the worst job they ever imagined… and the best time of their lives.

6.4 / 10 2009 1h 47mR English
ComedyDramaRomance

Storyline

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 & Crew

Jesse Eisenberg

Jesse Eisenberg

James Brennan

Lead
Kristen Stewart

Kristen Stewart

Em Lewin

Martin Starr

Martin Starr

Joel

Kristen Wiig

Kristen Wiig

Paulette

Bill Hader

Bill Hader

Bobby

Ryan Reynolds

Ryan Reynolds

Mike Connell

Margarita Levieva

Margarita Levieva

Lisa P.

Jack Gilpin

Jack Gilpin

Mr. Brennan

What People Are Saying

4.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Greg Mottola's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
3.0
Every frame feels alive. Adventureland is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker