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.
Direction
Jackie Kong's unhinged comic timing in the swimming pool sequence.
Acting
Vic Tayback playing against type as a well-meaning coach.
Costume
Peak 1988 adult-education fashion disasters on full display.
Director
Jackie Kong
Edward Albert
Danny Warren
Barbara Carrera
Katherine
Michael Pataki
Murphy
Vic Tayback
Coach
Mark Blankfield
Kline
James Van Patten
Todd (as Jimmy Van Patten)
Susan Tyrrell
Mrs. Grant
Garrett Morris
Dummont
Fox Harris
Margrave
Monte Landis
Carruthers
Burton Gilliam
Red
Jewel Shepard
Sci-Fi Teacher
Rick Burks
Thug 1
Burt Ward
Bowmont
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Jackie Kong was one of few women directing studio comedies in the 80s, though her horror cult hit 'Blood Diner' overshadows this one.
Edward Albert was fresh off 'The Purple Rain' knockoff era and reportedly took this role specifically to work with Kong.
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