---
title: "Front of the Class"
year: 2008
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/front-of-the-class-2008"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 63193
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 95
community_rating: 8.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Front of the Class (2008) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/front-of-the-class-2008

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Front of the Class is a film first released in 2008. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions, McGee Street Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An inspiring biographical drama about a determined young man striving to become a teacher."

### Why Watch
- Based on a true story
- Inspirational journey of perseverance

### Caveats & Content Note
- Deals with discrimination and criticism
- Tone & Suitability: The film explores themes of criticism and discrimination related to Tourette's syndrome.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: biographical, drama, inspiring, emotional

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/front-of-the-class-2008#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Peter Werner
- **Networks / Studios**: Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions, McGee Street Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **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*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the release year of the film?
Front of the Class was released in 2008.

### Q: What genre is the film?
It is a biographical drama television film.

### Q: What is the film based on?
The film is based on the 2005 memoir Front of the Class: How Tourette Syndrome Made Me the Teacher I Never Had by Brad Cohen.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Peter Werner.

### Q: Who wrote the film?
It was written by Tom Rickman.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Front of the Class — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/63193)
- [Front of the Class - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Front_of_the_Class)
- [Front of the Class (2008) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/301821-front-of-the-class/prehled/)
- [Front of the Class (2008) - FDb.cz](https://www.fdb.cz/film/152865-front-of-the-class)
- [Front of the Class (2008) CZ - online ke zhlédnutí a stažení…](https://prehrajto.cz/front-of-the-class-2008-cz-mp4/9b41ee0917a45072)

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