Adventureland (2009) movie poster

Adventureland (2009)

"Nothing brings people together like a crappy summer job."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 78%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 82% (RT: 89%, MC: 76) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyDramaRomance

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Runtime
1h 47m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.4/10 (2,326 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
89%
Metacritic
76
Cast
Jesse Eisenberg as James Brennan
Kristen Stewart as Em Lewin
Martin Starr as Joel
Kristen Wiig as Paulette
Bill Hader as Bobby
Ryan Reynolds as Mike Connell
Jack Gilpin as Mr. Brennan
Most people think so. 78% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 2,326 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 82%.
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. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Adventureland was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Greg Mottola cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • Jesse Eisenberg spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Adventureland is a 2009 comedy, drama, romance film directed by Greg Mottola. 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. The film has been rated by 2,326 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Adventureland delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Adventureland (2009) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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