Class of 1999 II: The Substitute

Synopsis

Class of 1999 II: The Substitute follows John Tresse, a tough and enigmatic substitute teacher with a mysterious past, who arrives at a troubled high school plagued by violence and gang activity. As he attempts to bring order and discipline to the unruly students, he uncovers deeper conflicts and threats that challenge his resolve. Combining elements of action, sci-fi, and thriller genres, the film explores themes of authority, redemption, and survival in a dystopian educational environment. Featuring Sasha Mitchell in the lead role, the movie delivers intense fight sequences and a gritty atmosphere reflective of 1990s action cinema.

Cast

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  Sasha Mitchell

  John Bolen

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  Caitlin Dulany

  Jenna McKensie

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  Nick Cassavetes

  Emmett Grazer

• Gregory West

  Sanders

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  Jack Knight

  Sheriff Tom Yost

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  Diego Serrano

  Ice

Reviews

Class of 1999 II: The Substitute received predominantly negative reviews from both critics and audiences. On IMDb, the film holds a score of 4.3/10, indicating mixed to unfavorable opinions. Critics often pointed out the movie's low budget and lack of originality, with predictable plotlines and underdeveloped characters. Some reviews noted that while the action scenes provided occasional entertainment, they were insufficient to elevate the overall narrative. For instance, Rotten Tomatoes does not have an official critic rating due to limited reviews, but user scores reflect disappointment among fans of the original. Metacritic does not list the film, further illustrating its modest impact. However, a few viewers appreciated Sasha Mitchell's physical performance and the nostalgic value for fans of mid-90s direct-to-video action films. Overall, the film is regarded as a niche genre piece with limited appeal beyond enthusiasts of campy sci-fi action movies.