The History Boys (2006)

Name: The History Boys
Genre: Drama
Released: 2006
Duration: 109 min
Rating: 6.6
Cast: Richard Griffiths, Stephen Campbell Moore, Dominic Cooper, Samuel Barnett, James Corden

1h 49m United Kingdom

Drama

Plot

In "The History Boys," a lively group of witty history students at a Yorkshire grammar school strives for coveted spots at Oxford or Cambridge. Amidst their journey, they navigate the challenges posed by their unconventional English teacher, a clever newcomer brought in to boost their exam performance, and a beleaguered history instructor outmatched by the boys’ antics. Meanwhile, the headmaster fixates on achieving measurable results. Together, the students juggle the pressures of academia with their unique camaraderie, leading to both humorous and poignant moments as they aim to succeed.

Cast

Richard Griffiths Stephen Campbell Moore Dominic Cooper Samuel Barnett James Corden Russell Tovey Samuel Anderson Jamie Parker Andrew Knott Sacha Dhawan Clive Merrison Frances de la Tour Penelope Wilton Adrian Scarborough Georgia Taylor