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Drama Cannes 2008 · Palme d'Or Editor's Pick

The Class Review (2008) — 85% Celluloid Score

Directed by Laurent Cantet · 2008 ·

Short answer

Is The Class worth watching?

Yes. The Class (2008) earns an 85% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (96%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (86%). See the 4 inputs.

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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Released
Runtime
2h 8m
Age rating
PG-13 (US) · 15 (UK) · 12 (South Korea)
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

Also known as Entre les murs La clase Die Klasse Entre os Muros da Escola パリ20区、僕たちのクラス 클래스 墙壁之间 我和我的小鬼們

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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 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

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 an 85% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick.

    Celluloid verdict

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

    , Founder & Editor

    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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    The Class: frequently asked questions

    Is The Class worth watching?

    Yes. The Class (2008) has a Celluloid Score of 85%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch The Class?

    In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: KlikFilm in Indonesia; Wavve in South Korea. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is The Class?

    The Class runs 2 hours 8 minutes (128 minutes).

    What is The Class rated?

    The Class is rated PG-13 in the United States, 15 in the UK and 12 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in The Class?

    The Class is directed by Laurent Cantet and stars François Bégaudeau, Arthur Fogel, Damien Gomes, Esmeralda Ouertani, Rachel Regulier.

    What is the Metascore for The Class?

    Metacritic's Metascore for The Class is 92 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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