Kindergarten Cop is a 1990 American comedy film directed by Ivan Reitman and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger as tough cop John Kimble. He is tasked with apprehending drug lord Cullen Crisp who is believed to be hiding out in Oregon with his young son. To gain access to the child and obtain evidence against Crisp, Kimble goes undercover as a kindergarten teacher at the school where the boy attends. Initially, he struggles to control the mischievous group of children, but soon learns to adapt his tough cop tactics to win them over.
Throughout the film, Kimble forms a bond with his students, especially a young boy named Dominic who is the son of Crisp. However, the situation becomes complicated when Crisp learns of Kimble's true identity and sets out to retrieve his son. Kimble and his partner, Phoebe O'Hara (played by Pamela Reed), must protect the children from danger while also trying to catch Crisp.
Kindergarten Cop was praised for combining action with comedy, allowing Schwarzenegger to show his versatile acting skills. The film also has a heartwarming message about the importance of education and the impact teachers can have on young students. It was a commercial success, grossing over $200 million worldwide, and remains a beloved classic of the 90s.