Under Cover (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1987, Under Cover is an action, drama and crime film directed by John Stockwell, running about 94 minutes. “They're going back to school ... as cops” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A cop goes undercover in a South Carolina high school. With the help of a local narcotics officer, he investigates the drug ring responsible for another cop's death.
Who’s in it. Under Cover stars David Neidorf as Sheffield Hauser, Jennifer Jason Leigh as Tanille Laroux, Barry Corbin as Sergeant Irwin Lee and David Harris as Lucas Morris, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Under Cover has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Under Cover page.
If you liked it. Fans of Under Cover tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Under Cover (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Under Cover change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Under Cover worth watching?
- Under Cover holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Under Cover?
- Under Cover stars David Neidorf, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Barry Corbin, David Harris and Kathleen Wilhoite.
- When was Under Cover released?
- Under Cover was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.