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Recess: Taking the Fifth Grade
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Recess: Taking the Fifth Grade

2003 · 62 min Family Comedy Animation
6.6 / 10 · TMDB

Everyone's favorite fourth graders have graduated! It's an all-new school year for the kids — and the gang hits the fifth grade running! But they're stopped in their tracks when they discover some unwelcome changes — no pizza, no playground... no lockers! And to make things worse, their teacher turns out to be the cantankerous Miss Finster! It's all too much for T.J., who is determined to find a way to stand up for what the gang believes in and improve the school they love! The fifth grade brings out the best in everyone... even Miss Finster and Principal Prickly!

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The beloved schoolyard gang returns with a graduation to fifth grade, facing new rules and a formidable teacher. The film retains the series' sharp wit and heart, exploring themes of resilience and collective action through the lens of childhood rebellion.

What lingers after the credits is a cheerful reminder of the power of friendship and clever problem-solving. It's a spirited adventure that celebrates standing up for what's right. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Howy Parkins

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Perfect for a family movie night, enjoyed together with snacks and laughter.

🎭 Cast

Rickey D'Shon Collins

Rickey D'Shon Collins

Vince (voice)

Jason Davis

Jason Davis

Mikey Blumberg (voice)

Myles Jeffrey

Myles Jeffrey

T.J. Detweiler (voice)

Ashley Johnson

Ashley Johnson

Gretchen (voice)

Courtland Mead

Courtland Mead

Gus (voice)

Pamela Adlon

Pamela Adlon

Spinelli (voice)

Allyce Beasley

Allyce Beasley

Miss Grotke (voice)

April Winchell

April Winchell

Miss Finster / Mrs. Detweiler (voice)

Dabney Coleman

Dabney Coleman

Principal Prickly (voice)

Gregg Berger

Gregg Berger

BoE Agent #4 (voice)

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