The Underachievers

The Underachievers

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

1988 · 86 min · ★ 4.8 · Comedy

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.

Directed by Jackie Kong

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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
Burton Gilliam Red
Jewel Shepard Sci-Fi Teacher

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