What is the Metascore for The Class?

The Class has a Metascore of 92 out of 100 on Celluloid.

What countries is The Class streaming in?

The Class streams on KlikFilm in Indonesia; Wavve in South Korea. Subscription availability only; rental and purchase options may differ.

The Class Review (2008) — 85% Celluloid Score

Directed by Laurent Cantet · 2008 · Last reviewed August 31, 2026

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Answer Summary

The Class (2008) earns a 85% Celluloid Score — Recommended. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.Critics (96%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (86%).

Quick Verdict

Calculated from 4 available inputs: Celluloid editorial rating, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb. Audience sentiment is shown separately and never changes the composite. See how we calculate scores.

85%

Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

96% Editorial Rating

86% Audience snapshot · excluded

92 Metascore

★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.8

7.5 IMDb /10

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Runtime: 2h 8m
Cast: François Bégaudeau , Arthur Fogel , Damien Gomes , Esmeralda Ouertani , Rachel Regulier , Louise Grinberg , Rabah Nait Oufella , Franck Keïta , Agame Malembo-Emene , Angélica Sancio
Country: France
Language: French

Official theatrical poster for The Class (2008)

Theatrical release

Where to watch

Streaming availability varies by region — currently on KlikFilm in Indonesia. Check local listings for your region.

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Where to watch The Class by country

Country	Streaming on
Indonesia	KlikFilm
South Korea	Wavve

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Why this score?

Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (96/100).
General viewers mostly liked it (86%).
Metascore signals universal acclaim (92/100).
Celluloid Score 85% combines 4 verified rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately.

Best for

Viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick
Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers

Not ideal for

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Is The Class worth watching?

Yes — The Class earns a 85% Celluloid Score. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.

Celluloid Verdict

The Class — Palme d'Or at Cannes 2008. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.
Celluloid editorial verdict

Critics (96%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (86%).

What is The Class about?

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.

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