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The Principal

The Principal

He's teaching the students at Brandel High two words... NO MORE.

Released R 109 min 6.3/10 Votes: 11962
Burglary. Drugs. Assault. Rape. The students at Brandel High are more than new Principal Rick Latimer bargained for. Gangs fight to control the school using knives - even guns - when they have to. When Latimer and the head of security try to clean up the school and stop the narcotics trade, they run up against a teenage mafia. A violent confrontation on the campus leads to a deadly showdown with the drug dealer's gang, and one last chance for Latimer to save his career... and his life.
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1987-09-18
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English
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$11M
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$20M

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  • The Pursuit of Happyness - Both films center around a struggling protagonist who faces significant challenges in achieving their dreams.
  • Little Miss Sunshine - Features a quirky family road trip with comedic and heartfelt moments akin to the themes in Opportunity Knocks.
  • Cheaper by the Dozen - Focuses on a family's chaotic life, blending comedy and heartwarming family dynamics.
  • The Blind Side - Similar themes of overcoming adversity and finding success against the odds.
  • Yes Man - A comedic take on embracing life and seizing opportunities with humor and warmth.
  • Hot Rod - A blend of comedy, ambition, and a protagonist pushing their limits to succeed.
  • The 40-Year-Old Virgin - A comedy about personal growth and finding love, embracing similar humorous elements.
  • About a Boy - Features an unlikely friendship that leads to personal transformation, echoing themes of change.
  • Enchanted - A whimsical blend of romance and comedy, juxtaposing fantasy with real-life challenges.
  • Big Daddy - Focuses on unexpected parenthood and how it transforms the lead character's life.
  • Paul Blart: Mall Cop - Lighthearted comedy about an underdog facing challenges and finding personal strength.
  • Juno - A coming-of-age story with humor and heart, exploring unexpected challenges.
  • Shallow Hal - Explores themes of inner beauty and personal growth with a humorous twist.
  • 17 Again - Focuses on a second chance at life with comedic elements similar to Opportunity Knocks.
  • School of Rock - Follows an unconventional approach to success, blending humor with the theme of personal change.
  • The Other Guys - A comedy about unlikely partners overcoming adversity, much like the humor in Opportunity Knocks.
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  • Crazy, Stupid, Love. - Explores love and relationships in comedic and heartfelt ways, similar to Opportunity Knocks.
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Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The Substitute 3: Winner Takes All List

  • The Substitute - First in the series featuring a tough substitute teacher taking on criminals.
  • The Substitute 2: School's Out - Direct sequel to The Substitute featuring similar themes of a substitute teacher combating crime.
  • Dangerous Minds - A tough teacher uses unconventional methods to reach at-risk students.
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  • Lean on Me - An inspirational teacher takes on the school system to help troubled kids.
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  • The Dark Knight - Similar themes of fighting crime and representing justice in a corrupt system.
  • Lethal Weapon - Focuses on crime-fighting with elements of partnership and banter.
  • The Outsiders - Youth against violence and belonging, exploring gang culture in schools.
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  • RoboCop - An action-packed film featuring a strong protagonist fighting against crime.
  • National Security - Action-comedy about police work and tackling crime with unusual methods.
  • South Central - Story about gang violence and a father trying to save his son from it.
  • Never Back Down - Focuses on martial arts and fighting against the odds in a school setting.
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  • Death Wish - A man takes the law into his own hands to fight crime in the streets.
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  • Maximum Risk - Jean-Claude Van Damme investigates organized crime and betrayal.
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  • Boys in the Hood - Explores gang culture and violence in inner city schools.
  • Furious 7 - High-octane action focusing on teamwork to tackle crime.
  • Blood In Blood Out - A strong focus on gang culture and the struggles of its members.
  • The Showdown - An action movie featuring teachers fighting back against criminals.
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  • The Departed - Undercover cop themes with fierce crime battling in the background.
  • The Town - Involves crime, loyalty, and a protagonist looking to escape his past.
  • City of God - A powerful story about crime and youth in a dangerous urban setting.
  • The Equalizer - A former agent uses skills to fight crime in local neighborhoods.
  • John Wick - A retired assassin dealing with crime and seeking revenge.
  • Law Abiding Citizen - Themes of justice and fighting against crime in the judicial system.
  • Ladder 49 - Firefighters combat danger and crisis, mirroring the action in schools.
  • Out for Justice - A cop goes on a vendetta against drug dealers, similar themes of justice.
  • Point Break - A thrilling subculture of crime with strong action sequences.
  • The Brave One - A woman takes the law into her own hands against crime after a tragedy.
  • The Shield - An intense look at police work and the moral dilemmas in fighting crime.
  • Brooklyn Nine-Nine - A comedic take on crime-solving in a police environment.
  • The Wire - A gritty portrayal of crime and law enforcement in an urban setting.
  • 24 - Intense real-time drama centered on crime-fighting efforts.

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