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1996•114 min•Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller

The Substitute

Is The Substitute a Hit or Flop?

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Is The Substitute worth watching? With a rating of 6.9/10, this Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Substitute Synopsis

When an inner-city Miami schoolteacher gets her knee broken after standing up to the school's gang leader, her mercenary combat specialist boyfriend goes undercover as a substitute teacher to take down the punk. Soon he discovers a conspiracy of criminals at work, and must reassemble his team from his last jungle raid to stop them.

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Top Cast

Tom Berenger
Tom BerengerJonathan Shale
Raymond Cruz
Raymond CruzJoey Six
Marc Anthony
Marc AnthonyJuan Lacas
William Forsythe
William ForsytheHollan
Luis Guzmán
Luis GuzmánRem
Diane Venora
Diane VenoraJane Hetzko
Ernie Hudson
Ernie HudsonClaude Rolle
Richard Brooks
Richard BrooksWellman
Glenn Plummer
Glenn PlummerDarrell Sherman
Cliff DeYoung
Cliff DeYoungMatt Wolfson

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Substitute worth watching?

The Substitute has received mixed reviews with a 6.9/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Action, Crime, Drama movies.

Is The Substitute hit or flop?

The Substitute has received average ratings (6.9/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The Substitute?

The Substitute is a Action, Crime, Drama movie that When an inner-city Miami schoolteacher gets her knee broken after standing up to the school's gang leader, her mercenary combat specialist boyfriend g...

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