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School for Scoundrels

"Life's a game. Learn how to play."

September 29, 2006 1h 40m 5.5/10 (376 votes)

Originally released in 2006. School for Scoundrels is a comedy/romance film. directed by Todd Phillips.

Starring Jon Heder, Billy Bob Thornton, and Jacinda Barrett

Synopsis

In the hope of winning the woman of his dreams, Amanda, lovelorn meter-reader Roger Wadell enrolls in a secret confidence-building class. The course's title takes on much more meaning when he discovers that his egomaniacal professor Dr. P also wants the same woman. They begin a fierce rivalry that quickly spirals out of control, their pranks and insults get uglier as they try to prove who is the ultimate guy's guy.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 29, 2006 19 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
User Rating 5.5/10 Mixed (376 votes)
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Budget $20M Production budget
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Box Office $17.8M 0.9x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$20,000,000
Revenue
$17,800,000

Production Companies

  • Dimension Films
  • Media Talent Group

Frequently Asked Questions

What is School for Scoundrels about?

In the hope of winning the woman of his dreams, Amanda, lovelorn meter-reader Roger Wadell enrolls in a secret confidence-building class. The course's title takes on much more meaning when he disco...

Who directed School for Scoundrels?

School for Scoundrels was directed by Todd Phillips.

How long is School for Scoundrels?

School for Scoundrels has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was School for Scoundrels released?

School for Scoundrels was released on September 29, 2006 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in School for Scoundrels?

The main cast of School for Scoundrels includes Jon Heder, Billy Bob Thornton, Jacinda Barrett, Sarah Silverman, Michael Clarke Duncan.

Is School for Scoundrels worth watching?

School for Scoundrels has a user rating of 5.5/10 based on 376 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.