Cadet Kelly

Cadet Kelly

Too Cool For The Rules!

Directed by Larry Shaw

Produced by Leider/Shapiro Productions, Walt Disney Television

2002100 min6.2 / 10

A lighthearted family comedy about a rebellious teenager learning discipline and belonging through military school and drill team camaraderie.

Hyperactive teenager Kelly is enrolled into a military school when her new stepfather becomes the Commandant. At first she has problems fitting in and taking orders until she tries out for the drill team.

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  • Is Cadet Kelly easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 98% of films.

  • Is Cadet Kelly sad? No. Less sad than 97% of films.

  • Does Cadet Kelly end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 97% of films.

  • Is Cadet Kelly violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.

  • Is Cadet Kelly scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.

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Love30

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