Detention 2003
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
- Director
- Sidney J. Furie
- Networks
- GFT Entertainment, GFT Detention Films Inc., Nu Image Entertainment
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is Detention?
Detention is a 2003 American action film directed by Sidney J. Furie.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2003
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 5, 2003
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Canada, Germany
- Studios
- GFT Entertainment, GFT Detention Films Inc., Nu Image Entertainment
- Budget
- $5,000,000
- Revenue
- $16,324
- Genres
- Action, Thriller
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.4/10 from 65 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~98 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- GFT Entertainment, GFT Detention Films Inc., Nu Image Entertainment
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Overview
Detention is a 2003 American action film directed by Sidney J. Furie. The film stars Dolph Lundgren as Sam Decker, a high school teacher who is about to retire and has one more detention to proctor, alongside Alex Karzis as Chester Lamb. The story follows this heroic high school teacher as he leads and unites a band of students, consisting of troublemakers and outcasts trapped in the school, to defeat violent drug-runners. The film runs for one hour and thirty-eight minutes and carries an R rating. It was released in the United States on January thirteenth, 2004. The production falls under the action and thriller genres.
Should you watch it?
“A heroic teacher must protect his students when violent drug-runners trap them inside their high school.”
- Features Dolph Lundgren in a lead heroic role
- Directed by industry veteran Sidney J. Furie
- Delivers a high-stakes survival premise within a contained setting
- The film received a low 27 percent rating on the Rotten Tomatoes Tomatometer
Watch it if you enjoy action-thriller films featuring high-stakes survival scenarios set in confined locations.
The film is rated R and maintains a fast-paced action tone suitable for viewers who prefer intense, contained survival stories.
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Where can I stream this film?
Streaming availability varies by region and platform, so check your local digital movie services for current listings.
Is this film worth watching?
The film holds a 27 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, suggesting it may appeal more to dedicated fans of the action genre or Dolph Lundgren.
How long is the movie?
The film has a total running time of 98 minutes.
Are there other films with this title?
Yes, there are other films titled Detention, including a 1998 drama and a 2011 film directed by Joseph Kahn.
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