The Underachievers (1988)
They're in a class by themselves. That's where they belong.
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.
Director: Jackie Kong
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 86 min
Release Date: June 1, 1988
Cast
- Edward Albert - Danny Warren
- Barbara Carrera - Katherine
- Michael Pataki - Murphy
- Vic Tayback - Coach
- Mark Blankfield - Kline
- James Van Patten - Todd (as Jimmy Van Patten)
- Susan Tyrrell - Mrs. Grant
- Garrett Morris - Dummont
- Fox Harris - Margrave
- Monte Landis - Carruthers
Language: Español
Original Language: en
Keywords
woman director
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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 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.
- Who directed The Underachievers?
- The Underachievers was directed by Jackie Kong.
- Who stars in The Underachievers?
- The Underachievers stars Edward Albert, Barbara Carrera, Michael Pataki, Vic Tayback, Mark Blankfield, James Van Patten.
- How long is The Underachievers?
- The Underachievers has a runtime of 1h 26m (86 minutes).
- What genre is The Underachievers?
- The Underachievers is a Comedy film.