The Class (2008)
Kernel Score: 79% · 710 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Drama
Released: 2008-09-24
Runtime: 128 minutes
Where to watch The Class
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Teacher and novelist François Bégaudeau plays a version of himself as he negotiates a year with his racially mixed students from a tough Parisian neighborhood.
The Class parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that The Class is a PG-13 drama set in a tough Parisian school dealing with immigration, class tension, and school violence themes.
- Violence & scariness: A little — References violence in schools and social tension rather than depicting graphic action.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Laurent Cantet
Cast
- François Bégaudeau as François Marin, head teacher
- Arthur Fogel as Arthur, student
- Damien Gomes as Damien, student
- Esmeralda Ouertani as Esmeralda, student
- Rachel Regulier as Khoumba, student
- Louise Grinberg as Louise, student
- Rabah Nait Oufella as Rabah, student
- Franck Keïta as Souleyman, student
- Agame Malembo-Emene as Agame, student
- Angélica Sancio as Angélica, student
The Class FAQ
Is The Class good?
The Class has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 710 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Class?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Class OK for kids?
The Class is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that The Class is a PG-13 drama set in a tough Parisian school dealing with immigration, class tension, and school violence themes.
What movies are like The Class?
If you liked The Class, try La Cérémonie, Dead Poets Society, Stand and Deliver and Once in a Lifetime.