Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure

Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure

Year: 2023

Runtime: 63 mins

Language: English

Director: Steve Daye

AnimationFamily

Skipper, Barbie’s younger sister, loves babysitting and considers herself an expert. When her babysitting business faces a challenge, she takes a summer job at a water park and explores different roles alongside some new friends. A birthday party at the park unexpectedly turns chaotic, and Skipper’s babysitting skills prove essential to saving the day. This success boosts Skipper’s confidence and leads her and her friends to form a babysitting squad, ready for new adventures.

Warning: spoilers below!

Haven’t seen Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure yet? This summary contains major spoilers. Bookmark the page, watch the movie, and come back for the full breakdown. If you're ready, scroll on and relive the story!

Timeline – Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure (2023)

Trace every key event in Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure (2023) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Skipper's imaginary rescue of Malibu kids

Skipper envisions herself saving the children of Malibu from the 'evil Stacie' and her friends. She confronts Stacie in dramatic fashion, flinging her into the sky before vanishing from the scene. The opening fantasy sets up Skipper's wish to be a capable babysitter.

Opening scene Malibu
2

Backlash after the rescue

Minutes after the fantasy, Skipper fails to move away quietly and the kids wake up to a food fight in Skipper's living room. Their parents arrive to pick up the children and begin leaving negative reviews of Skipper's babysitting service. The reviews cause cancellations and threaten her business.

Immediately after rescue Skipper's living room, Malibu
3

Skipper seeks a new start with Barbie unavailable

In the kitchen, Skipper asks Barbie for help salvaging her babysitting empire. Barbie would love to assist but is leaving soon for volunteer work in the rainforest and will be gone most of the summer. Skipper decides to look for another job to keep busy.

Afternoon Kitchen
4

Joy clashes with Tammy over a smoothie

Tammy from Dreamhouse Adventures pushes customers to the front and barks orders at Joy to serve her a customized smoothie. Joy clashes with Tammy, and the situation escalates when the blender lid isn’t put on properly, leading to Joy being fired. The incident sets up a new dynamic for Skipper and Joy.

Later Dreamhouse Adventures cafe
5

Skipper and Joy bond and seek summer work

Skipper and Joy bond over their shared love of music and lack of summer jobs. A passerby directs them toward Oceans Extreme water park for summer employment. They arrive hopeful about starting fresh away from babysitting.

Start of summer Oceans Extreme water park
6

Job interviews reveal Tammy and Milton's roles

During their interview at the park, Skipper learns Tammy is the boss, but Milton, the park owner, steps in and interviews the candidates. Milton ends up hiring Skipper after judging the other applicants, despite Tammy's influence. This sets up a clash between Tammy's ambitions and Milton's authority.

Interview day Oceans Extreme park
7

Tammy shifts Skipper to the jewelry kiosk; jealousy grows

Tammy redirects Skipper to the jewelry kiosk alongside Anna, hoping to capitalize on her staff choices. The move draws Tammy's attention and sets the stage for competitive tension. Milton is impressed by crowds and begins to notice Tammy's control over the system.

Same day Oceans Extreme park
8

Cheri joins the plan for a dog care center

Cheri, a hopeful dog walker, joins Skipper, Joy, and Anna to propose a doggy day care at the park. The group envisions a new service that could attract families with younger children. Tammy's efforts to block progress intensify as plans begin to take shape.

Next day Park
9

Milton supports a daycare idea; Tammy circles negative reviews

Milton shows support for adding a daycare area, signaling a shift away from Tammy's plan to push a gaming bus. Tammy digs up or fabricates negative reviews about Skipper, hoping to undermine her. The tension between Tammy and Skipper continues to mount.

Evening Park
10

Tammy's gaming bus plan and Skipper's contemplation

Tammy pitches a gaming bus idea to Milton to demonstrate profitability, while Skipper contemplates quitting when the plan feels increasingly personal. Tammy pressures Milton to fund the bus as Skipper grows wary of the scheme. Pete, the bus driver, waits outside for Tammy’s decision.

Planning stage Tammy's office / park entrance
11

The bus drama escalates into a wild chase

Skipper and her friends board the gaming bus with the children, hoping to keep them entertained until things calm down. The bus is driven off and soon goes missing, leaving Skipper and the kids stranded. They improvise a plan to keep everyone occupied while a new crisis unfolds.

Midday Parking lot / on the bus
12

Introduction of the unmanned birthday-plane and the test flight

A mysterious unmanned, auto-piloted birthday party plane appears as part of the park's newest spectacle. A flight attendant lets the children ride in, believing they are flight testers. Erica activates the take-off, and the test flight spirals into a chaotic but adventurous misadventure.

During the test flight Air/plane area
13

Dolphins guide the group back and a new plan forms

After a chaotic flight, a sandstorm forces the group to rely on problem solving as they search for a safe return. The dolphins offer guidance and help steer the way back to the park. Milton returns and sees the kids safe, while Tammy's plan is exposed and begins to unravel.

Return to park Malibu coastline / park
14

A new daycare emerges; Tammy learns to speak up

Milton approves a hands-on daycare solution that doesn't rely on the gaming bus, and Tammy learns to advocate for the children's needs. Skipper encourages Tammy to take initiative, and they agree to work together on the pool cleanup as a better way to help younger kids. The partnership signals a hopeful future for Skipper's babysitting enterprise.

End of summer Park
15

Final notes: music, hugs, and a rebuilt trust

Barbie offers a reflective note that Tammy isn't inherently bad, just in need of support remembering the right priorities. Joy performs with confidence, Skipper DJs, and Milton embraces Tammy. The family and friends celebrate the refurbished park, and Skipper feels vindicated about her new day care.

End of summer Park

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 10:22

Mobile App Preview

Coming soon on iOS and Android

The Plot Explained Mobile App

From blockbusters to hidden gems — dive into movie stories anytime, anywhere. Save your favorites, discover plots faster, and never miss a twist again.

Sign up to be the first to know when we launch. Your email stays private — always.

Unlock the Full Story of Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure

Don't stop at just watching — explore Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure in full detail. From the complete plot summary and scene-by-scene timeline to character breakdowns, thematic analysis, and a deep dive into the ending — every page helps you truly understand what Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure is all about. Plus, discover what's next after the movie.

Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure Summary

Read a complete plot summary of Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure, including all key story points, character arcs, and turning points. This in-depth recap is ideal for understanding the narrative structure or reviewing what happened in the movie.

Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure Summary

Characters, Settings & Themes in Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure

Discover the characters, locations, and core themes that shape Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure. Get insights into symbolic elements, setting significance, and deeper narrative meaning — ideal for thematic analysis and movie breakdowns.

Characters, Settings & Themes in Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure

Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure Spoiler-Free Summary

Get a quick, spoiler-free overview of Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure that covers the main plot points and key details without revealing any major twists or spoilers. Perfect for those who want to know what to expect before diving in.

Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure Spoiler-Free Summary

More About Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure

Visit What's After the Movie to explore more about Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure: box office results, cast and crew info, production details, post-credit scenes, and external links — all in one place for movie fans and researchers.

More About Barbie: Skipper and the Big Babysitting Adventure