Safety Patrol!

Safety Patrol!

Year: 1998

Runtime: 96 mins

Language: English

Director: Savage Steve Holland

AdventureFamilyComedy

Scout Bozell has always dreamed of joining his school’s Safety Patrol, but his chronic clumsiness keeps him from being accepted. After his original school refuses him, he transfers to a new school that welcomes his enthusiasm and finally lets him serve on the Safety Patrol. Scout embraces the chance to protect his classmates and learn responsibility.

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Timeline & Setting – Safety Patrol! (1998)

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Rockridge Middle School, Laurelview Middle School

Rockridge Middle School is the original setting where Scout first dreams of joining the safety patrol. Laurelview Middle School becomes the site of a wider theft scandal involving staff, shifting the focus of the safety patrol. The two campuses anchor the story's mix of school life, mischief, and the pursuit of justice.

🏫 School setting 🛡️ Safety patrol 🕵️‍♀️ Mystery within the school

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Main Characters – Safety Patrol! (1998)

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Scout Bozell (Bug Hall)

A clumsy, eager boy who dreams of joining the safety patrol. He often causes chaos accidentally but remains determined to do the right thing and prove his worth by solving the school’s problems.

🎯 Protagonist 🧭 Ambition 🧩 Determination

Hannah Zapruder (Alex McKenna)

A valedictorian and cheerleader who becomes Scout's ally. Resourceful and brave, she helps uncover the real thieves and plays a key role in turning the Fall Ball into a moment of truth.

🏅 Leader 🤝 Ally 🕵️‍♀️ Investigator

Mrs. Day (Lainie Kazan)

The lunchlady who secretly collaborates with Mr. Miller in the petty thefts at Laurelview. She uses her position to manipulate events and cast suspicion elsewhere.

🧭 Villain 🧩 Deception 🧪 Corruption

Mr. Miller (Curtis Armstrong)

The janitor who teams with Mrs. Day to steal from the school and frame Scout. He is a secondary antagonist whose actions drive the conflict.

🏷️ Antagonist 🧰 Deception 🕷️ Scheming

Kent Marlowe (Philip Van Dyke)

The principal's son and leader of the misused safety patrol at Laurelview. A bully who attempts to scapegoat Scout during the theft investigation.

💼 Bullying 🧭 Power 🗡️ Rivalry

John Walsh (John Walsh)

Scout’s personal hero who is featured within the film as a real-life figure the character aspires to emulate. His presence anchors the story’s themes of courage and public accountability.

🎖️ Role model 🗣️ Public figure 🕵️‍♂️ Investigation

Weird Al Yankovic (Weird Al)

A performer who exposes the thefts by presenting the evidence on stage. His appearance provides a theatrical turning point that helps reveal the truth.

🎤 Celebrity 🧩 Plot device 🔆 Revelatory moment

Grandpa Bozell (Ed McMahon)

Scout's grandfather who recovers from injuries sustained during Scout's misadventures. His resilience mirrors Scout's own journey.

👴 Grands 🏥 Recovery 🕊️ Hope

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Major Themes – Safety Patrol! (1998)

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🛡️ Courage

Scout's persistent determination to prove himself despite clumsiness showcases courage. He faces wrongful blame, endures setbacks, and keeps trying to earn a place on the safety patrol. The theme emphasizes that bravery isn't perfection but willingness to stand up for others.

🤝 Teamwork

Friendship with Hannah, T'Boo, Red, Walt Whitman, and others helps Scout uncover the truth. The group coordinates to gather evidence and outsmart the thieves. They show that collective effort can overcome bullying and corruption within the school.

🔎 Justice

The plot revolves around exposing the real culprits behind the thefts and framing Scout. The team uses a taped recording and a high-stakes plan at the Fall Ball to reveal the truth. The resolution restores integrity to the safety patrol and the school.

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 17:15

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