Senior Trip Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

A bunch of high schoolers get detention and accidentally write a letter so good that the President invites them to Washington, where they proceed to cause chaos and make everyone question the future of America.

🍿 Senior Trip: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Detention and the Letter

Mark ‘Dags’ D’Agastino and Reggie Barry, notorious slackers, lead a group of students at Fairmount High School. After a wild party at Principal Moss’ house, they end up in detention. As punishment, they’re tasked with writing a letter to the President about the failings of the education system. Lisa Perkins, the school’s brain, actually writes the letter, which surprisingly impresses the President.

The Road Trip to Washington

The President invites the group to Washington, D.C., leading to a chaotic senior trip. Principal Moss and Miss Milford chaperone the students, including Dags, Reggie, Lisa, and a collection of stereotypical high school misfits. Tommy Chong appears as Red, the bus driver, adding to the mayhem. A series of comedic mishaps and detours ensue as they make their way to the capital.

Political Intrigue and Redemption

Upon arriving in Washington, the students discover they’re pawns in a political game between the President and a scheming Senator. Realizing they’re being used, the group decides to take a stand. They use their unique perspectives to challenge the status quo and ultimately deliver a message about the importance of education and authenticity.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Mark ‘Dags’ D’Agastino (Jeremy Renner): A rebellious, pot-smoking senior who sparks the events of the film by organizing a party and writing a letter to the President.
• Lisa Perkins (Nicole de Boer): The intelligent and somewhat uptight classmate who writes the letter to the President that inadvertently sends the group to Washington.
• Principal Todd Moss (Matt Frewer): The bumbling and easily flustered principal who chaperones the students on their chaotic trip to Washington.
• Senator John Lerman (Lawrence Dane): The scheming senator who uses the students’ trip to Washington as a ploy to undermine his political rival.
• Reggie Barry (Rob Moore): Dags’ equally spaced-out best friend, known for his laid-back attitude and being stalked by a Star Trek obsessed crossing guard.
• Travis Lindsey (Kevin McDonald): A crazed Star Trek-obsessed crossing guard who relentlessly pursues Reggie throughout the film as revenge for an insult.
• Red (Tommy Chong): The drug-using bus driver who takes the students to Washington.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Miss Tracy Milford: “Well now, students – J. Edgar Hoover was the founder and director of the FBI from 1924 until his death in 1972. He was a great American.” – During a visit to the tomb of J. Edgar Hoover, she’s trying to teach the students about American history.
• Herbert Jones: “He was a fascist transvestite and I hope he rots in Hell!” – Herbert responds to Miss Milford’s statement showing his extreme opposite view.

💰Box Office

• Budget: None
• Domestic Gross: $4,686,937
• Worldwide Gross: $4,686,937

💥 Senior Trip Reviews

Personal Review

Okay, ‘Senior Trip’ is probably not winning any awards, but I have a soft spot for it. I first watched it when I was a teenager, and I remember laughing so hard. Sure, the jokes are dumb, and the plot is ridiculous, but it’s just a fun, feel-good movie. I particularly loved the scene with the crossing guard, he was the funniest. It’s pure, unadulterated silliness.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of 90s teen comedies”
  • “Viewers who enjoy slapstick humor”
  • “Those looking for a lighthearted, undemanding film”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Crude humor and language”
  • “Drug and alcohol use”
  • “Suggestive content”

Professional Reviews

• IMDb: “While ‘Senior Trip’ may not reach the comedic heights of ‘Animal House,’ it offers plenty of laughs. The film is filled with outrageous scenarios and memorable characters that will keep you entertained. While it’s undeniably a low-brow comedy, it doesn’t take itself too seriously, making it a fun and easy watch.
• MovieReviewSite: “The premise shows promise but ‘Senior Trip’ quickly descends into a predictable collection of teen movie clichés. While it offers a few chuckles, the humour is often crude and relies on tired stereotypes. It’s a forgettable addition to the National Lampoon catalogue.

Audience Reactions

The outrageous antics of the students on their road trip.: Many enjoyed the chaotic humor and over-the-top situations.

Kevin McDonald’s performance as the Star Trek-obsessed crossing guard.: His character was widely considered the most hilarious part of the movie.

Overall Consensus: ‘Senior Trip’ is a silly, often crude, teen comedy that may appeal to those who enjoy low-brow humor and don’t take themselves too seriously. It is not a cinematic masterpiece but it delivers on laughs.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “Jeremy Renner’s first feature film role was in Senior Trip.”
• “The film features Kevin McDonald, known for his work in ‘Kids in the Hall’, adding a comedic element with his unique character.”
• “The movie was filmed in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.”

🖥️ How to Watch Senior Trip?

As of today, “Senior Trip” (1995) is available for rent or purchase on platforms such as Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV. Check your preferred streaming service for availability, as listings may change. Physical copies (DVD/Blu-ray) are also available through online retailers.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Senior Trip, you might like these similar films:

• Animal House (1978): Classic National Lampoon college comedy with outrageous behavior and anti-establishment humor.
• Road Trip (2000): A group of college students goes on a road trip full of misadventures.
• Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986): A high school slacker fakes an illness to skip school for a day.

🛒 Senior Trip Related Products

• National Lampoon’s Animal House [Blu-ray]: The classic comedy that inspired ‘Senior Trip’, this Blu-ray offers hours of laughs and bonus features.
• Tommy Chong – Cheech and Chong’s Next Movie [DVD]: Relive the comedy magic of Tommy Chong, with stoner comedy. This DVD contains some of the funniest skits by the duo.
• Star Trek: The Original Series – The Complete Series [Blu-ray]: If you are a Fan of Star Trek or want to dive deep into Kevin McDonald’s character obsession, this Blu-ray box set is essential viewing.
• Dazed and Confused [Blu-ray]: This Blu-ray edition of Dazed and Confused offers a nostalgic look at 70s teen culture, perfect for fans of ensemble comedies.

🎧 Soundtrack

Senior Trip features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Brickface” – performed by Daisyhaze

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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🔥 Bonus Content

Tara Strong Wanna Screw

Remember that hilarious scene with Tara Strong trolling the nerdy student? This clip’s got over a million views, so you know it’s comedy gold. See what all the fuss is about!

Red the Bus Driver

Tommy Chong as a bus driver? Sign me up! This extended clip gives you a good dose of his comedic timing and the overall vibe of the movie, it is worth checking out!

I know you like me

Did you know a young Jeremy Renner was in this movie? Check out this short, but funny clip and see him in action before he became a huge star. It’s a fun little blast from the past!

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