A Babysitter's Guide To Monster Hunting May 2026

A Babysitter's Guide to Monster Hunting is a middle-grade book trilogy by Joe Ballarini and a 2020 Netflix film adaptation. It follows Kelly Ferguson, a brainy teen who discovers an ancient secret society of babysitters dedicated to protecting children from actual monsters.

After a child in her care, Jacob, is kidnapped by the Boogeyman (The Grand Guignol), Kelly joins forces with the International Order of the Babysitters to save him.

Small, mischievous minions that assist the Boogeyman in abducting children.

The series emphasizes facing fears , the importance of friendship , and the value of math and science (STEM) in problem-solving.

The primary villain (played by Tom Felton in the movie), a Boogeyman who harvests children's nightmares to create an army.

An experienced monster hunter and Kelly's mentor.

A socially awkward freshman known as "Monster Girl" who uses her intellect to defeat villains.