The Under-Gifted (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1980, The Under-Gifted is a comedy film directed by Claude Zidi, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. The story centers around a graduating class of "less-gifted" students in a private Versailles high school. Only a miracle has brought the students this far along, and after a practical joke misfires and the whole school is dynamited, the students are in deep trouble. They have to present themselves in court for their punishment and it could not be worse: If they don't pass their high-school graduation exams, they go to prison!
Who’s in it. The Under-Gifted stars Daniel Auteuil as Baptiste Laval, dit "Bébel", Michel Galabru as le commissaire, Maria Pacôme as Lucie Jumaucourt and Philippe Taccini as Julien Senquin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Under-Gifted has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Under-Gifted page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Under-Gifted tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Under-Gifted (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Under-Gifted change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Under-Gifted worth watching?
- The Under-Gifted holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Under-Gifted?
- The Under-Gifted stars Daniel Auteuil, Michel Galabru, Maria Pacôme, Philippe Taccini and Hubert Deschamps.
- When was The Under-Gifted released?
- The Under-Gifted was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.