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Bedtime Stories

Whatever they dream up... he has to survive.
2008 | 99m | English

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Popularity: 10 (history)

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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?
Release Date: Dec 24, 2008
Director: Adam Shankman
Writer: Matt Lopez, Tim Herlihy
Genres: Family, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
Keywords wishes come true, escapade, disorder, imaginary, miraculous event, imaginary kingdom, life turned upside down, nothing goes right
Production Companies Walt Disney Pictures, Happy Madison Productions, Gunn Films
Box Office Revenue: $212,874,864
Budget: $80,000,000
Updates Updated: Feb 01, 2025 (Update)
Entered: Apr 13, 2024
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Full Credits

Name Character
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
Teresa Palmer Violet Nottingham
Russell Brand Mickey
Aisha Tyler Donna Hynde
Kathryn Joosten Mrs. Dixon
Jonathan Morgan Heit Patrick
Laura Ann Kesling Bobbi
Nick Swardson Engineer
Allen Covert Ferrari Guy
Tim Herlihy Young Barry Nottingham
Thomas Hoffman Young Skeeter
Abigail Droeger Young Wendy
Melany Mitchell Young Mrs. Dixon
Andrew Collins Young Mr. Dixon
Julia Lea Wolov Hokey Pokey Woman
Dana Goodman Hokey Pokey Woman
Sarah Buxton Hokey Pokey Woman
Catherine Kwong Hokey Pokey Woman
Lindsey Alley Hokey Pokey Woman
Blake Clark Biker
Bill Romanowski Biker
Paul Dooley Hot Dog Vendor
Johntae Lipscomb Birthday Party Kid
Mikey Post Angry Dwarf
Sebastian Saraceno Gremlin Driver
Seth Howard Cubby the Home Depot Guy
Jackie Sandler Lady Jacqueline
Sadie Sandler Sweetest Medieval Girl of All Time
Valerie Gervickas Teacher
Debbie Lee Carrington Booing Goblin
Billy Tyler Big Hairy Guy on Beach
Lorna Scott Secretary
Annalise Basso Tricia Sparks
Shu Lan Tuan Luau Waitress
Jonathan Loughran Party Guest
Robert Harvey Party Guest
Mike Andrella Truck Driver
J.D. Donaruma Nottingham Pool Waiter
Jon Schueler Nobleman
Denverly Grant Lady at Fountain
Rob Schneider Chief Running Mouth / Pickpocket
JT Alexander Pedestrian (uncredited)
Gina Cantrell West Side Story Showgirl #2 (uncredited)
Betsy Hammer Tambourine Player Medieval Band (uncredited)
Taylor Hardick Student (uncredited)
Nick Hermz Paparazzi (uncredited)
Danni Katz Party Girl (uncredited)
Alina Kaufman Party Guest (uncredited)
Heather Morris Dancer (uncredited)
Nicole Sciacca Damn Yankees Girl (uncredited)
Alex Tyler Showgirl (uncredited)
Brian Waller Record Producer (uncredited)
Shawna Wesley Greek Goddess (uncredited)
Name Job
Jerad Marantz Concept Artist
Michael Dilbeck Music Supervisor
Brooks Arthur Music Supervisor
Tom Costain Editor
Linda DeScenna Production Design
Michael Barrett Director of Photography
John Andrew Berton Jr. Visual Effects Supervisor
Garrett Grant Unit Production Manager
Daniel Silverberg First Assistant Director
Conte Mark Matal Second Assistant Director
Robert West Production Supervisor
Paul Eliopoulos Stunt Coordinator
Patsy Bouge Post Production Supervisor
Christopher Burian-Mohr Art Direction
Harry E. Otto Assistant Art Director
Nancy Gilmore Set Decoration
Sean Ginevan Leadman
Mary Iannelli Assistant Costume Designer
Nanrose Buchman Costume Supervisor
Jennifer Lax Costume Supervisor
Ann Pala Makeup Department Head
Kathleen Freeman Key Makeup Artist
Alexis Walker Makeup Artist
Bonni Flowers Makeup Artist
Elisa Marsh Makeup Artist
David Luckenbach Camera Operator
David E. Diano Camera Operator
Horace Jordan Camera Operator
Thomas Real Key Hair Stylist
Nancy Tong Hairstylist
Jacklin Masteran Hairstylist
Kim Santantonio Hairstylist
Michael D. Weldon First Assistant Camera
Brad Edmiston First Assistant Camera
John Young First Assistant Camera
Kirk Bloomberg Second Assistant Camera
Ryan DeGrazzio Second Assistant Camera
Nancy Karlin Script Supervisor
Thomas Causey Sound Mixer
Anthony Ortiz Boom Operator
Richard Kite Utility Sound
Rob Frank Location Manager
Stephen Shapiro First Assistant Editor
Sarah Lucky Assistant Editor
Scott Shapiro Visual Effects Producer
Jen Underdahl Visual Effects Coordinator
Jean Huang Visual Effects Coordinator
Elmo Weber Supervising Sound Editor
David Bach Supervising Sound Editor
Mildred Iatrou ADR Supervisor
Tammy Sandler Unit Publicist
Jeremy Rich Casting Associate
Kevin Crehan Music Editor
Cameron Steenhagen Dialogue Editor
Russell Farmarco Dialogue Editor
Clayton Weber Foley Supervisor
Matthew P. Hanson Assistant Sound Editor
Darrin Mann Foley Mixer
John Janusek Key Grip
Timothy S. Wiles Property Master
Cheryl Cravedi Set Costumer
John Nasraway Second Second Assistant Director
Adam Shankman Director
Matt Lopez Screenplay, Story
Tim Herlihy Screenplay
Zachary Woodlee Choreographer
Rupert Gregson-Williams Original Music Composer
Rita Ryack Costume Design
Michael Tronick Editor
Roger Mussenden Casting
Mark 'Crash' McCreery Creature Design
Wade Eastwood Stunt Coordinator
Robert Hallowell II Hairstylist
Tulio Dueñas Second Assistant Camera
Michael D. Menapace Transportation Coordinator
Simon Crane Second Unit Director
Bradley James Allan Fight Choreographer
Gary Archer Prosthetics
Caryn Mower Stunts
Jon H. Epstein Stunts
Garrett Warren Stunt Coordinator
Lisa Hoyle Stunt Double
Scotty Richards Stunt Coordinator
Name Title
Jennifer Gibgot Executive Producer
Garrett Grant Executive Producer
Ann Marie Sanderlin Executive Producer
Andrew Gunn Producer
Kevin Grady Co-Producer
Daniel Silverberg Associate Producer
Adam Shankman Executive Producer
Adam Sandler Producer
Jack Giarraputo Producer
Jimmy Badstibner Associate Producer
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Reviews

SoSmooth1982
6.0

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! ...

Apr 26, 2023
tmdb51616167
6.0

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 showcase ... s 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.

Sep 03, 2024