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The Underachievers (1988)

The Underachievers (1988)

Comedy

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

Release Date: 1988, June 1
Directors: Jackie Kong
Cast: Judd Omen, Garrett Morris, Carl Crew, Edward Albert, James Van Patten, Burton Gilliam, Barbara Carrera, Michael Pataki, Francine York, Vic Tayback, Monte Landis, Jewel Shepard

Overview:

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.

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