Front of the Class (2008)
Kernel Score: 88% · 296 ratings
Genres: Drama
Released: 2008-12-07
Runtime: 95 minutes
Where to watch Front of the Class
- Stream: Fubo, Philo, Hallmark+ Apple TV channel
- Free with ads: Hoopla, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, Plex
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
A boy with Tourette's syndrome overcomes criticism and discrimination to achieve his dream of becoming a teacher.
Front of the Class parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that Front of the Class is a based-on-a-true-story drama about a boy with Tourette's syndrome overcoming discrimination.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Peter Werner
Cast
- James Wolk as Brad Cohen
- Treat Williams as Norman Cohen
- Dominic Scott Kay as Young Brad Cohen
- Sarah Drew as Nancy Lazarus
- Kathleen York as Diane
- Joe Chrest as Jim Ovbey
- Patricia Heaton as Ellen Cohen
- Johnny Pacar as Jeff
- Charles Henry Wyson as Young Jeff
- Charlie Finn as Ron
Front of the Class FAQ
Is Front of the Class good?
Front of the Class has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 296 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Front of the Class?
In the US you can stream Front of the Class on Fubo, Philo and Hallmark+ Apple TV channel, watch it free with ads on Hoopla, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free and Plex and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Front of the Class OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that Front of the Class is a based-on-a-true-story drama about a boy with Tourette's syndrome overcoming discrimination.
What movies are like Front of the Class?
If you liked Front of the Class, try I Swear, The Miracle Worker, Radio and The Great Debaters.