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The Underachievers

"They're in a class by themselves. That's where they belong."

June 1, 1988 1h 26m 4.2/10 (5 votes)

Originally released in 1988. The Underachievers is a comedy film. directed by Jackie Kong. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Edward Albert, Barbara Carrera, and Michael Pataki

Synopsis

Danny Warren is a former minor-league shortstop that becomes a narc to uncover drug dealing in this situation comedy. Investigating at a high-school adult-education class, he falls for the tempting teacher. He joins a colorful group of characters that includes ex-cons, illegal aliens, and brain-dead baby boomers that cause more trouble than their younger counterparts. Swimming classes and wine tastings serve as background for a series of comic catastrophes.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 1, 1988 37 years ago
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Runtime 1h 26m 86 minutes total
User Rating 4.2/10 Mixed (5 votes)
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Language English Original language

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Underachievers about?

Danny Warren is a former minor-league shortstop that becomes a narc to uncover drug dealing in this situation comedy. Investigating at a high-school adult-education class, he falls for the tempting...

Who directed The Underachievers?

The Underachievers was directed by Jackie Kong.

How long is The Underachievers?

The Underachievers has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).

When was The Underachievers released?

The Underachievers was released on June 1, 1988 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Underachievers?

The main cast of The Underachievers includes Edward Albert, Barbara Carrera, Michael Pataki, Vic Tayback, Mark Blankfield.