Adventureland

2009 · 1h47 · Film

Directed by Greg Mottola

Starring Jesse Eisenberg, Kristen Stewart, Martin Starr, Kristen Wiig, Bill Hader, Ryan Reynolds, Margarita Levieva, Jack Gilpin, Josh Pais, Wendie Malick

Ideal when you feel… Romantic Happy Angry

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.

Original language

English

Screenplay

Greg Mottola

Music

Ira Kaplan

Cinematography

Terry Stacey

Cast

Kristen Wiig, Bill Hader, Ryan Reynolds, Margarita Levieva, Jack Gilpin, Josh Pais, Wendie Malick, Mary Birdsong, Matt Bush

Updated July 22, 2026

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