

The Underachievers
1988, English. Directed by Jackie Kong.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- 1 June 1988
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The Underachievers runs 86 minutes (1h 26m).
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The Underachievers isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Underachievers?
If you liked The Underachievers, try The Trouble with Angels, Lions Love, Thunderstruck.
Who directed The Underachievers?
The Underachievers (1988) was directed by Jackie Kong and stars Edward Albert, Barbara Carrera, Michael Pataki.