Bedtime Stories

"Whatever they dream up... he has to survive."

2008 1h 39m EN

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6.2

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★6.2TMDB · 3,063

FantasyComedyFamilyRomance

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Skeeter Bronson is a down-on-his-luck guy who's always telling bedtime stories to his niece and nephew. But his life is turned upside down when the fantastical stories he makes up for entertainment inexplicably turn into reality. Can a bewildered Skeeter manage his own unruly fantasies now that the outrageous characters and situations from his mind have morphed into actual people and events?

“Whatever they dream up... he has to survive.”

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Cast

Adam Sandler
Skeeter Bronson
Keri Russell
Jill
Guy Pearce
Kendall
Courteney Cox
Wendy
Lucy Lawless
Aspen
Carmen Electra
Hot Girl
Jonathan Pryce
Marty Bronson
Richard Griffiths
Barry Nottingham

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Adam Shankman
Writers: Matt Lopez, Tim Herlihy, Matt Lopez
Languages: English
Countries: United States of America

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1 / 8

MONEY

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Mid-budget at $80M — the now-extinct middle tier of Hollywood.

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2 / 8

ERA

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Released 18 years ago.

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3 / 8

DIRECTOR

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Directed by Adam Shankman, shot by Michael Barrett. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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4 / 8

DIRECTOR

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Original score by Rupert Gregson-Williams. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

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5 / 8

DIRECTOR

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Editor Tom Costain shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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6 / 8

CAST

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Adam Sandler and Keri Russell and Guy Pearce carry the top of the cast.

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7 / 8

FACT

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Marketing tagline: "Whatever they dream up... he has to survive.".

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8 / 8

WILD

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IMDB entry: tt0960731 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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Cinephile deep dive

The take

Adam Shankman directs. Michael Barrett behind the camera. Rupert Gregson-Williams scores. Tom Costain cuts. Runs lean at under 100 minutes. Profitable at the box office. Produced in United States of America. Dialogue in English.

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1Mid-budget at $80M — the now-extinct middle tier of Hollywood.
2Released 18 years ago.
3Directed by Adam Shankman, shot by Michael Barrett. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
4Original score by Rupert Gregson-Williams. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
5Editor Tom Costain shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
6Adam Sandler and Keri Russell and Guy Pearce carry the top of the cast.
7Marketing tagline: "Whatever they dream up... he has to survive.".
8IMDB entry: tt0960731 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
9Classified under 8 themes, including "wishes come true", "escapade", "disorder", "imaginary".

The technical file

Cinematography: Michael Barrett
Original score: Rupert Gregson-Williams
Editing: Tom Costain
Production design: Linda DeScenna
Costume design: Rita Ryack
Makeup / hair: Ann Pala
VFX supervisor: John Andrew Berton Jr.
Stunt coordinator: Paul Eliopoulos
Runtime: 99 min · 1h 39m
Aspect ratio (typical): 1.37:1 (Academy)
Status: Released
Budget: $80,000,000
Box office: $212,874,864
Return: 266% of budget
Original language: EN
Certification (US): PG
IMDB: Bedtime Stories (2008)

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Andre Gonzales2023-04-26
★ 6/10
I bought this movie on a whim when I seen it at Wal-mart sometime ago. Turned out to be a pretty decent movie. Very funny!
tmdb516161672024-09-02
★ 6/10
I recently revisited the delightful film "Bedtime Stories," starring Adam Sandler and Keri Russell as parents to two young children. This charming movie follows a series of imaginative and whimsical bedtime stories that come to life in exciting and over-the-top ways. The film's direction showcases a blend of creativity and thrill, taking viewers on a magical journey reminiscent of Disney's storytelling magic. It offers an incredible experience for children, inviting them to immerse themselves in the fantastical bedtime tales filled with excitement and wonder. Adam Sandler and Keri Russell deliver standout performances both individually and as a duo. Their on-screen chemistry as husband and wife adds a special touch to the movie, enhancing the overall viewing experience. Their portrayal of the parents navigating through these enchanting stories brings a sense of joy and warmth to the film.