Stand and Deliver (1988)
Kernel Score: 87% · 428 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Drama
Released: 1988-03-11
Runtime: 103 minutes
Where to watch Stand and Deliver
- Free with ads: YouTube Free, Tubi
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Jaime Escalante is a mathematics teacher in a school in a hispanic neighbourhood. Convinced that his students have potential, he adopts unconventional teaching methods to try and turn gang members and no-hopers into some of the country's top algebra and calculus students.
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Director
Ramón Menéndez
Cast
- Edward James Olmos as Jaime A. Escalante
- Lou Diamond Phillips as Angel Guzman
- Rosanna DeSoto as Fabiola Escalante
- Andy Garcia as Dr. Ramirez
- Estelle Harris as Secretary
- Mark Phelan as Cop
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- Eliot as Tito (as Mark Eliot)
- Adelaida Alvarez as Sexy Girl
- Carmen Argenziano as Molina
Stand and Deliver FAQ
Is Stand and Deliver good?
Stand and Deliver has an 87% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 428 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Stand and Deliver?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
What is Stand and Deliver rated?
Stand and Deliver is rated PG.
What movies are like Stand and Deliver?
If you liked Stand and Deliver, try Dangerous Minds, To Sir, with Love, Good Will Hunting and Peaceful Warrior.