The Substitute: Failure Is Not an Option (2001) film poster — UK streaming guide

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The Substitute: Failure Is Not an Option (2001) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

A former mercenary joins a military academy as a teacher. He soon discovers a neo-Nazi group, code-named Werewolves, formed among the cadets. He also quickly finds that they have military leadership among the officers at the Academy.

  • Film
  • 2001
  • 91 min
  • ★ 5.3/10 TMDB
  • Action
  • Drama
  • Crime
  • Thriller

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DirectorRobert Radler
WriterDan Gurskis

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