The Babysitters
2008, English. Directed by David Ross.
These girls mean business.
Seventeen-year-old Shirley is a good student who works as a babysitter in order to make money for college. One night Michael, a father Shirley works for, confesses he's unhappy with married life. Shirley has a crush on Michael, and seizes this moment to kiss him. Michael is so happy he presents Shirley with a big tip, which gives her an idea. Shirley plans to make extra money by setting up her teenage friends with other unhappy fathers.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.0/10 from 560 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Babysitters
The Babysitters is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- David RossDirector
- John LeguizamoMichael Beltran
- Katherine WaterstonShirley Lyner
- Cynthia NixonGail Beltran
- Andy ComeauJerry Tuchman
- Denis O'HareStan Lyner
- Lauren BirkellMelissa Rowan
- Louisa KrauseBrenda Woodberg
- Halley Wegryn GrossNadine Woodberg
- Ann DowdTammy Lyner
- Spencer Treat ClarkScott Miral
- Jason DubinGeorge
- Ethan PhillipsMark Wessler
Details
- Released
- 9 May 2008
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- David Ross
- Box office
- $45K
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The Babysitters: quick answers
Is The Babysitters worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 560 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Babysitters?
The Babysitters runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does The Babysitters have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Babysitters. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Babysitters parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Babysitters is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Babysitters on?
The Babysitters is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Babysitters?
If you liked The Babysitters, try Fish Tank, A Teacher, Thirteen.
Who directed The Babysitters?
The Babysitters (2008) was directed by David Ross and stars John Leguizamo, Katherine Waterston, Cynthia Nixon.