Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead
Sue Ellen Crandell is a teenager eagerly awaiting her mother's summer-long absence. While the babysitter looks after her rambunctious younger siblings, Sue Ellen can party and have fun. But then the babysitter abruptly dies, leaving the Crandells short on cash. Sue Ellen finds a sweet job in fashion by lying about her age and experience on her résumé. But, while her siblings run wild, she discovers the downside of adulthood
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Frequently asked questions about Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead
Where can I watch Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead in the United States?
Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead is available to stream on Cinemax Amazon Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
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Not free in the United States right now. Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead needs a subscription to Cinemax Amazon Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead?
Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead scores 6.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead?
Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead stars Christina Applegate, Joanna Cassidy, John Getz, Josh Charles, and Keith Coogan. Stephen Herek is the director.
How long is Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead?
Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead runs 1h 45m (105 minutes).
When did Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead come out?
Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead was released on June 7, 1991.
Which studio made Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead?
Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead was produced by Cinema Plus, Mercury/Douglas Films, and Outlaw Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead?
Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead was made on a budget of $10,000,000.
How much did Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead make at the box office?
Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead grossed $25,196,249 worldwide, against a budget of $10,000,000.
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