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The Substitute 3: Winner Takes All

Name: The Substitute 3: Winner Takes All
Director: Robert Radler
Genre: Action, Thriller, Crime, TV Movie
Released: 1999-01-01
Duration: 89 min
Rating: 5.1
Cast: Treat Williams, Brian Simpson, Jeff Jensen, Rebecca Staab, Erin Chambers

1999Dir. Robert Radler1h 29m

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Runtime1h 29m

Released1999

DirectorRobert Radler

About This Movie

So, 'The Substitute 3: Winner Takes All' is kind of a wild ride. Treat Williams steps into the shoes of a mercenary and, uh, the whole teacher disguise thing adds this layer of intrigue. The pacing feels a bit off at times, but that adds to its charm, I guess? It's all about revenge, with a backdrop of college football culture that gets pretty intense. The practical effects aren’t groundbreaking, but they serve the action scenes well enough. Williams delivers a solid performance, bringing a mix of grit and charisma that's not easy to pull off. It has this gritty atmosphere that makes it distinct, especially if you're into that late '90s action vibe.

Mercenary theme with a twistLate '90s action styleSolid performance by Treat Williams