School can be a battleground in more ways than one, and these action-packed films take this idea to the extreme. From intense rivalries to literal battles within school walls, these movies offer a thrilling escape into the world of high school drama with a twist of action. This collection is perfect for those who love the adrenaline rush of action films combined with the familiar setting of school life.
The Principal (1987)
Description: A tough ex-cop becomes a high school principal to clean up a school overrun by gangs, providing a gritty action backdrop to school life.
Fact: James Belushi was originally considered for the role of Rick Latimer.
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Class of 1999 (1990)
Description: In a dystopian future, a school hires android teachers to control the student body, leading to a violent uprising. This film combines sci-fi with action in a school setting.
Fact: The film was directed by Mark L. Lester, who also directed the original "Commando."
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The Substitute (1996)
Description: A mercenary poses as a substitute teacher to infiltrate a high school and take down a drug ring, blending action with the educational environment.
Fact: Tom Berenger, who plays the lead, did most of his own stunts in the film.
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187 (1997)
Description: A dedicated teacher moves to a new school to escape his past, only to face violent students, leading to an intense action drama.
Fact: The title "187" refers to the California Penal Code for murder.
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The Substitute 3: Winner Takes All (1999)
Description: A mercenary goes undercover as a teacher to protect a student from a steroid ring, continuing the action-packed theme of the series.
Fact: This is the third film in the "Substitute" series.
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Never Back Down (2008)
Description: A high school student learns to fight in underground matches to stand up to bullies, combining martial arts action with school drama.
Fact: The film features real-life MMA fighter Quinton "Rampage" Jackson in a supporting role.
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Detention (2011)
Description: A horror-comedy where students must survive a night of detention while dealing with a killer and time-traveling classmates, making for an action-packed school night.
Fact: The film features a cameo by Dane Cook as a teacher.
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The Substitute: Failure Is Not an Option (2001)
Description: Another installment in the series where a mercenary takes on the role of a substitute teacher to uncover a terrorist plot, this time in a military academy.
Fact: Treat Williams reprises his role from the original "The Substitute."
Watch Now The Substitute 4: Failure Is Not an Option (2001)
Description: Another adventure of the mercenary turned teacher, this time dealing with a terrorist threat within a military academy.
Fact: The film was shot back-to-back with "The Substitute: Failure Is Not an Option."
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The Rage: Carrie 2 (1999)
Description: A sequel to the original "Carrie," where another telekinetic girl seeks revenge on her high school tormentors, blending horror with action.
Fact: Emily Bergl, who plays Rachel, was nominated for a Saturn Award for Best Actress.
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