In an attempt to follow National Lampoon, it was the first and only film produced by MAD Magazine. One viewing reveals why.
Up the Academy (1980)
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Reviews Counted:4
Fresh:0
Rotten:4
Average Rating:N/A
Runtime: 88 mins
Genre: Comedies
Synopsis: Four freshmen attending a military academy wreak havoc with an endless series of wild pranks. The soundtrack features the music of Pat Benatar, the Kinks, Blondie and Cheap Trick.
Starring: Ralph Macchio, Barbara Bach, Tom Poston, Ron Leibman
Starring: Ralph Macchio, Barbara Bach, Tom Poston, Ron Leibman, Robert Downey
Director: Robert Downey
Director: Robert Downey
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Feb 14, 2006
Reviews for Up the Academy
Notable only because its star, Ron Liebman, sued the studio to have his name removed from the credits and advertising.
I can plainly understand why several involved parties lobbied to get their names removed from this film.
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