---
title: "Night School"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/night-school-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 454293
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 111
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Night School (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/night-school-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Night School is a film first released in 2018. Catalogued under Comedy. Produced and broadcast by HartBeat Productions, Will Packer Productions, Perfect World Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A high‑flying salesman must earn his GED after a disastrous workplace explosion."

### Why Watch
- Funny premise about second chances
- Ensemble of quirky classmates
- Earnest redemption arc

### Caveats & Content Note
- Relies on familiar comedy tropes
- Humor may not appeal to all tastes
- Tone & Suitability: Rated PG‑13, the film contains mild language and comedic situations suitable for teens and adults.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, lighthearted, misfit, redemptive

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/night-school-2018#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Malcolm D. Lee
- **Networks / Studios**: HartBeat Productions, Will Packer Productions, Perfect World Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Kevin Hart** as *Teddy*
- **Tiffany Haddish** as *Carrie*
- **Rob Riggle** as *Mackenzie*
- **Romany Malco** as *Jaylen*
- **Taran Killam** as *Stewart*
- **Megalyn Echikunwoke** as *Lisa*
- **Al Madrigal** as *Luis*
- **Mary Lynn Rajskub** as *Theresa*
- **Keith David** as *Gerald*
- **Anne Winters** as *Mila*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What does Teddy Walker do for a living?
He works as a successful salesman.

### Q: Why does Teddy have to attend night school?
He must obtain his GED after accidentally blowing up his workplace.

### Q: Is the film appropriate for younger audiences?
The movie is rated PG‑13, meaning it is suitable for teenagers with parental guidance.

### Q: Who challenges Teddy at night school?
He encounters a former high school nemesis and a feisty teacher who doubts his intelligence.

### Q: What genre and tone does the movie have?
It is a comedy with a light, upbeat tone focusing on misfit characters and personal growth.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Night School — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/454293)
- [Večerní škola 54% [Night School] (2018) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/438095-vecerni-skola)
- [Night School (1981) - FDb.cz](https://www.fdb.cz/film/117999-night-school)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*