Class Act (1992): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Class Act is a 1992 comedy directed by Randall Miller, starring Loretta Devine, Rick Ducommun and Meshach Taylor. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes and earned $13.3 million worldwide. Critics gave it 49 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 38m (98 min)
- Director
- Randall Miller
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Warner Bros.
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Class Act About?
The premise of Class Act without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
This film explores the challenges facing public school arts programs, contrasting a celebrated drama teacher's enduring impact with the difficulties of shrinking budgets and increased standardized testing. Jay W. Jensen, a renowned educator who influenced actors like Mickey Rourke and Andy Garcia, continues to champion artistic expression despite these obstacles. His dedication serves as a powerful inspiration for students and colleagues alike.
Class Act Themes & Keywords
· 33 tags- mistaken identity
- buddy comedy
- school
- student
- genius
- juvenile delinquent
- in medias res
- urination
- switched identities
- slapstick comedy
- ruse
- rap music
+21 more Show fewer
- male female relationship
- parole
- felon
- drug use
- deception
- cameo
- black american
- anti drugs
- jheri curl hairstyle
- motorcycle
- organized crime
- african american
- police
- the three stooges
- desert eagle
- drugs
- hip hop
- high school
- single parent
- drug dealing
- independent film
Class Act Cast
Loretta Devine leads the cast, with Rick Ducommun and Meshach Taylor. Directed by Randall Miller; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Randall Miller
Also Starring in Class Act
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More films directed by Randall Miller, best-rated first: Bottle Shock, CBGB, Marilyn Hotchkiss' Ballroom Dancing & Charm School and Nobel Son.
Class Act Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Class Act 49 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.
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IMDb 6.1 /10
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Metacritic 49 Metascore
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TMDB 61% User score
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Class Act Plot Summary
What happens in Class Act from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As graduation approaches for the exceptionally gifted student Duncan Pinderhughes (who boasts a perfect SAT score and a 4.0 GPA), excitement fades into a harsh realization: despite his scholarly achievements, Hafford University, a prestigious Ivy League institution, will not grant him admission unless he passes physical education. At the same time, ex-con Michael “Blade” Brown, freshly released on parole, faces a stark ultimatum—complete high school and stay out of trouble. A series of unexpected events leads to a bizarre mix-up: Duncan’s photo is mistakenly placed on Blade’s permanent record, and vice versa.
Full summary
The whole story of Class Act, scene by scene
Class Act Box Office
Class Act grossed $13.3 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$13.3M
- US & Canada
- $13.3M
Class Act Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Class Act.
How Well Do You Know Class Act?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Cars in Class Act
22 cars on screen, including the 1982 Chevrolet S-10 and the 1974 Jaguar XJ6 Series II.
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1982 Chevrolet S-10 Important role -
1974 Jaguar XJ6 Series II Important role -
1963 Chevrolet Impala Minor role -
1980 Chevrolet Impala Minor role
Class Act Also Known As
10 alternative titles, including “Class Act: Alunos Muito Loucos” and “Alunos Muito Loucos”.
- Also known as
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- Class Act: Alunos Muito Loucos
- Alunos Muito Loucos
- Школьная тусовка
- Szkolne Świrusy
- Bukta van
- שמים פס על החיים
- Spolužáci
- Dos caraduras y un plan
- 클래스 액트
- 难兄难弟
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Class Act FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Class Act, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Class Act?
Class Act runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).
When was Class Act released?
Class Act was released on June 5, 1992.
Who directed Class Act?
Class Act was directed by Randall Miller.
More films by Randall Miller Who is in the cast of Class Act?
Class Act stars Loretta Devine, Rick Ducommun and Meshach Taylor, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Class Act make at the box office?
Class Act grossed $13.3 million worldwide.
How is Class Act rated?
Class Act has 6.1/10 on IMDb, 49 on Metacritic and 61% on TMDB.
Does Class Act have a post-credit scene?
No. Class Act has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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