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Front of the Class

2008, English. Directed by Peter Werner.

24 schools turned him down, 1 gave him a chance… The unforgettable story of a teacher determined to make a difference.

A boy with Tourette's syndrome overcomes criticism and discrimination to achieve his dream of becoming a teacher.

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1h 35m
Post-credits
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Language
English
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Front of the Class is streaming on fuboTV, Philo, and Hallmark+ in India.

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Released
7 December 2008
Country
United States of America
Written by
Thomas Rickman
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What Front of the Class is based on

Front of the Class is based on a true story.

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Is Front of the Class worth watching?

Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.1/10 from 343 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Front of the Class?

Front of the Class runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).

Does Front of the Class have a post-credits scene?

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Front of the Class parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

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Which OTT platform is Front of the Class on?

Front of the Class is streaming on fuboTV, Philo, and Hallmark+ in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)

What movies are like Front of the Class?

If you liked Front of the Class, try The Ron Clark Story, I Swear, Brave the Dark.

Who directed Front of the Class?

Front of the Class (2008) was directed by Peter Werner and stars James Wolk, Treat Williams, Dominic Scott Kay.

What is Front of the Class based on?

Front of the Class is based on a true story.

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