This is a brief introduction to “Adventures in Babysitting” released in 1987 and the movie “Adventureland” which came out in 2009. Their key actors, filming moments, and locations are discussed here. The aim is to give insight into interesting backstage facts and trivia related to these movies.
Where it Filmed?
“Adventures in Babysitting” was filmed at various locations. Some of these places include Toronto, Ontario and Chicago, Illinois in the USA. Parts of the movie were also shot at the Silver Dollar Room on Spadina Avenue and 4 Valleyanna Drive, both in Toronto. The filming took place from January 5, 1987, until March of the same year.
“Adventureland” was mainly shot in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Scenarios like James’s first kiss with Em occurred on the 16th Street Bridge in Pittsburgh. The film also features scenes from Kennywood Park, Stardust Lounge in Coraopolis, and Jodi B’s Restaurant in Forest Hills. Although the real Adventureland is in New York, the crew moved to Pittsburgh to capture the old school park feel.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Elisabeth Shue | Chris |
| Maia Brewton | Sara |
| Keith Coogan | Brad |
| Anthony Rapp | Daryl |
| Calvin Levels | Joe Gipp |
| Penelope Ann Miller | Brenda |
| George Newbern | Dan |
| John Ford Noonan | Pruitt |
| Bradley Whitford | Mike |
| Ron Canada | Graydon |
| Dan Ziskie | Mr. Anderson |
| Allan Aarons | Janitor #1 |
| Marcia Bennett | Nurse |
| Rummy Bishop | Janitor #2 |
| David Blacker | Cleminski |
| John Dee | Old Man |
| Monica Devereux | Teenage Runaway |
| Clarke Devereux | Gangster at Table |
| Rick Goldman | Adulterer |
| Deryck Hazel | Maitre D’ |
| John Hemphill | Drunk at Party |
| Frank Hill | El Train Attendant |
| Philip Honey | Jock |
| Clark Johnson | Black Gang Leader |
| Maryann Kelman | Passenger |
| Kirsten Kieferle | Sesame |
| Peter Lavender | Hot Dog Vendor |
| Kevin Lund | Huge Guy |
| Allan Merovitz | Man with Gun |
| Sam Moses | Dr. Nuhkbane |
| Les Nirenberg | Fat Man |
| Richard Rebiere | Friend |
| Diane Robin | Nurse |
| Sandi Ross | Bag Lady |
| Charlene Shipp | Mrs. Pruitt |
| Sandra Shuman | Mrs. Parker |
| Linda Sorensen | Mrs. Anderson |
| Walt Woodson | Gang Member |
| Billy Branch | Harmonica Player (uncredited) |
| Jaap Broeker | Maitre’D (uncredited) |
| Albert Collins | Self (uncredited) |
| Jordan-Patrick Marcantonio | Boy on Street (uncredited) |
| Andrew Shue | Extra (uncredited) |
| David Simkins | Frat Boy with Playboy (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- “Adventures in Babysitting” is a comedy-adventure movie that runs for 1h 42min. It was released on 25th May 1988.
- The film was directed by Chris Columbus and written by David Simkins.
- The key stars in the movie were Elisabeth Shue, Maia Brewton, and Keith Coogan.
- The movie went on to receive 2 wins and 4 nominations in various categories.
- “Adventureland”, on the other hand, was released in 2009 and directed by Greg Mottola.
- The film starred Jesse Eisenberg, Kristen Stewart, and Ryan Reynolds, among others.
- The director, Greg Mottola, once worked in the real Adventureland, located in New York.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Silver Dollar Room – 486 Spadina Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Latitude: 43.6584021
- Longitude: -79.40065799999999
- Place ID: ChIJTwzc1HEzK4gRBqxABoEa4ho
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 486 Spadina Ave., Toronto, ON M5S 2H1, Canada
- Timezone: America/Toronto
- Location Name: North LaSalle St., Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Latitude: 41.884088
- Longitude: -87.6323667
- Place ID: ChIJOxfWwLssDogRr6-QwQsSJ1c
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: N La Salle St, Chicago, IL, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: 4 Valleyanna Drive, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Latitude: 43.7251366
- Longitude: -79.3792406
- Place ID: ChIJq8GSozLN1IkRDfH1Jtb7DUA
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 4 Valleyanna Dr, North York, ON M4N 1J8, Canada
- Timezone: America/Toronto
- Location Name: Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Latitude: 41.8781136
- Longitude: -87.6297982
- Place ID: ChIJ7cv00DwsDogRAMDACa2m4K8
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Chicago, IL, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
