Dangerous Minds
1995, English. Directed by John N. Smith.
She broke the rules... and changed their lives.
Former Marine Louanne Johnson lands a gig teaching in a pilot program for bright but underachieving teens at a notorious inner-city high school. After having a terrible first day, she decides she must throw decorum to the wind. When Johnson returns to the classroom, she does so armed with a no-nonsense attitude informed by her military training and a fearless determination to better the lives of her students -- no matter what the cost.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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YouTubeCast & crew
- John N. SmithDirector
- Michelle PfeifferLouanne Johnson
- George DzundzaHal Griffith
- Courtney B. VanceMr. George Grandey
- Robin BartlettMrs. Carla Nichols
- Beatrice WindeMary Benton
- John NevilleWaiter
- Lorraine ToussaintIrene Roberts
- Renoly SantiagoRaul Sanchero
- Wade DominguezEmilio Ramirez
- Bruklin HarrisCallie Roberts
- Marcello ThedfordCornelius Bates
- Roberto AlvarezGusmaro Rivera
Details
- Released
- 11 August 1995
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ronald Bass, Elaine May
- Budget
- $23M
- Box office
- $180M
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What Dangerous Minds is based on
Dangerous Minds is adapted from a memoir or autobiography.
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Dangerous Minds: quick answers
Is Dangerous Minds worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 1,363 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Dangerous Minds?
Dangerous Minds runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does Dangerous Minds have a post-credits scene?
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Dangerous Minds parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Dangerous Minds is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Dangerous Minds on?
Dangerous Minds isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
What movies are like Dangerous Minds?
If you liked Dangerous Minds, try Steve, The Ron Clark Story, Lean On Me.
Who directed Dangerous Minds?
Dangerous Minds (1995) was directed by John N. Smith and stars Michelle Pfeiffer, George Dzundza, Courtney B. Vance.
What is Dangerous Minds based on?
Dangerous Minds is adapted from a memoir or autobiography.