Detention

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Theatrical Release Date:

05/07/1999

DVD Release Date:

10/07/2003

Run Time:

86min.

Starring:

John S. Davies , Marsha Dietlein

Director(s):

Andy Anderson

Distributor(s):

Paramount

MPAA Rating:

Genre(s):

Comedy

Plot: Substitute teacher Walmsley (John S. Davies) is overwhelmed by politically correct policies and arrogant students at the Texas high school where he attempts to teach. Read More

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