In ‘Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead‘, Simone Joy Jones stars as Tanya Crandall, with Donielle T. Hansley Jr. as Kenny and Jermaine Fowler as the boss, Rose. The film is a 2023 remake of the 1991 classic.
Main cast
- Tanya CrandallSimone Joy JonesMain
- Kenny CrandallDonielle T. Hansley Jr.Main
- RoseJermaine FowlerMain
Supporting cast
- Mrs. CrandallJune SquibbSupp
- BryanMiles FowlerSupp
- CathyGloria Calderón KellettSupp
- MelissaPatricia BelcherSupp
- GusIzaac WangSupp
- LucasTyriq WithersSupp
Guest & voice
- BabysitterNicole RichieGuest
- Delivery GuyJoel McHaleGuest
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About this cast
The 2023 film ‘Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead’ is a comedy remake directed by Wade Allain-Marcus. It follows Tanya Crandall, a teenager who must take charge of her siblings after their babysitter dies unexpectedly, leading to a series of misadventures as she fakes a job to keep the family together.
FAQs
Who plays Tanya Crandall in Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead?
Simone Joy Jones plays Tanya Crandall, the lead character in the 2023 remake.
Is Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead a remake?
Yes, it is a remake of the 1991 film of the same name, updated for a modern audience.
Who directed Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead (2023)?
The film was directed by Wade Allain-Marcus.
What network or streamer released Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead in 2023?
It was released on HBO Max (now just Max) in the UK and US.
Does the 2023 version have any cameos?
Yes, Nicole Richie appears as the babysitter and Joel McHale as a delivery guy.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026