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Lean On Me

Lean On Me

Lean On Me
1989 1h 48m7.3

Lean On Me

“Eastside High was out of control...until Joe Clark took it back.”

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When principal Joe Clark takes over decaying Eastside High School, he's faced with students wearing gang colors and graffiti-covered walls. Determined to do anything he must to turn the school around, he expels suspected drug dealers, padlocks doors and demands effort and results from students, staff and parents. Autocratic to a fault, this real-life educator put it all on the line.

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DirectorJohn G. Avildsen
ScreenplayMichael Schiffer
StatusReleased
ReleasedMarch 3, 1989
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime1h 48m
Budget$10M
Revenue$32M
Profit+$22M
Rating⭐ 7.3 / 10
IMDb⭐ 7.4 / 10
Votes339
GenresDrama
StudioNorman Twain Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures

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Cast

Morgan Freeman

Morgan Freeman

Principal Joe Clark

Beverly Todd

Beverly Todd

Ms. Levias

Robert Guillaume

Robert Guillaume

Dr. Frank Napier

Ethan Phillips

Ethan Phillips

Mr. Rosenberg

Lynne Thigpen

Lynne Thigpen

Leonna Barrett

Michael Beach

Michael Beach

Mr. Darnell

Tony Todd

Tony Todd

Mr. William Wright

Karen Malina White

Karen Malina White

Kaneesha Carter

Alan North

Alan North

Mayor Don Bottman

Robin Bartlett

Robin Bartlett

Mrs. Elliott

Sandra Reaves-Phillips

Sandra Reaves-Phillips

Mrs. Powers

Sloane Shelton

Sloane Shelton

Mrs. Hamilton

Jermaine Hopkins

Jermaine Hopkins

Thomas Sams

Karina Arroyave

Karina Arroyave

Maria

Ivonne Coll

Ivonne Coll

Mrs. Santos

Regina Taylor

Regina Taylor

Mrs. Carter

Michael P. Moran

Michael P. Moran

Mr. O'Malley

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John Ring

Fire Chief Gaines

Mike Starr

Mike Starr

Mr. Zirella

Michael Imperioli

Michael Imperioli

George

Jennifer McComb

Jennifer McComb

Ellen

Delilah Cotto

Delilah Cotto

Chita

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Anthony Figueroa

Hoodlum at Microphone

Jim Moody

Jim Moody

Mr. Lott

Johanna Tolentino

Johanna Tolentino

Conchita

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Markus Toure Boddie

Markus

Bruce Malmuth

Bruce Malmuth

Burger Joint Manager

Ahmed Best

Ahmed Best

Extra (uncredited)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lean On Me

Where can I watch Lean On Me?

Lean On Me (1989) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is Lean On Me about?

When principal Joe Clark takes over decaying Eastside High School, he's faced with students wearing gang colors and graffiti-covered walls. Determined to do anything he must to turn the school around, he expels suspected drug dealers, padlocks doors and demands effort and results...

Who directed Lean On Me?

Lean On Me (1989) was directed by John G. Avildsen. The film is a Drama production with a runtime of 1h 48m, rated 7.3/10.

How long is Lean On Me?

Lean On Me runs 1h 48m (108 minutes total). Audience rating: 7.3/10 from 339 votes. Genre: Drama.

Is Lean On Me worth watching?

Lean On Me is rated 7.3/10 by 339 viewers — well-rated and generally recommended. A good pick for Drama fans.