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Summary It's the summer of 1987, and James Brennan , an uptight recent college grad, can't wait to embark on his dream tour of Europe. But when his parents announce they can no longer subsidize his trip, James has little choice but to take a lowly job at a local amusement park. Forget about German beer, world-famous museums and cute French girls...

Directed By: Greg Mottola

Written By: Greg Mottola

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Metascore Generally Favorable Based on 34 Critic Reviews
76
User Score Generally Favorable Based on 236 User Ratings
7.6
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Summary It's the summer of 1987, and James Brennan , an uptight recent college grad, can't wait to embark on his dream tour of Europe. But when his parents announce they can no longer subsidize his trip, James has little choice but to take a lowly job at a local amusement park. Forget about German beer, world-famous museums and cute French girls...

Directed By: Greg Mottola

Written By: Greg Mottola

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Generally Favorable Based on 34 Critic Reviews
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Generally Favorable Based on 34 Critic Reviews
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88% Positive
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12% Mixed
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Generally Favorable Based on 236 User Ratings
7.6
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21% Mixed
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Generally Favorable Based on 236 User Ratings
7.6
75% Positive
178 Ratings
21% Mixed
49 Ratings
4% Negative
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Production Company Miramax, Sidney Kimmel Entertainment, This Is That Productions
Release Date Apr 3, 2009
Duration 1 h 47 m
Rating R
Tagline It was the worst job they ever imagined... and the best time of their lives.
New York Film Critics, Online
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
Film Independent Spirit Awards
1 Nomination
Teen Choice Awards
1 Nomination