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School of Life

  • TV Movie
  • 2005
  • PG
  • 1h 51m
IMDb RATING
6.4/10
6.6K
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David Paymer, Ryan Reynolds, Leila Johnson, Andrew Robb, and Shylo Sharity in School of Life (2005)
ComedyDramaFamilySport

A new teacher squares off against his crusty competitor for a teacher of the year award.A new teacher squares off against his crusty competitor for a teacher of the year award.A new teacher squares off against his crusty competitor for a teacher of the year award.

  • Director
    • William Dear
  • Writer
    • Jonathan Kahn
  • Stars
    • David Paymer
    • Ryan Reynolds
    • John Astin
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.4/10
    6.6K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • William Dear
    • Writer
      • Jonathan Kahn
    • Stars
      • David Paymer
      • Ryan Reynolds
      • John Astin
    • 55User reviews
    • 8Critic reviews
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    David Paymer
    David Paymer
    • Matt Warner
    Ryan Reynolds
    Ryan Reynolds
    • Mr. D.
    John Astin
    John Astin
    • Norman Warner
    Andrew Robb
    • Dylan Warner
    Kate Vernon
    Kate Vernon
    • Elli Warner
    Don MacKay
    Don MacKay
    • Principal Bass
    Brenda McDonald
    • Maggie Little
    Paul Jarrett
    Paul Jarrett
    • Dan Parks
    Leila Johnson
    Leila Johnson
    • Denise Davies
    Chris Gauthier
    Chris Gauthier
    • Vern Cote
    • (as Christopher Gauthier)
    Shylo Sharity
    • Chase
    Gordie Giroux
    • Seth
    Asia Lim
    • Kylie
    Chelsea Florko
    • Heather
    Alexander Pollock
    • Clyde
    Jillian Marie
    • Patty
    Carly McKillip
    Carly McKillip
    • Devon
    Christopher Attadia
    • Brad
    • Director
      • William Dear
    • Writer
      • Jonathan Kahn
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    User reviews55

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    hunniebunnie656

    this film is spectacular

    i thought the film was brilliant some bits were sad and some funny. its fun to watch and i enjoyed it. Ryan Reynolds looks great in it and thats 1 reason why i watched the film but unfortunately he is engaged to Alanis Morissette DAMN IT never mind i can still like him. the film is moving and I'm sure most of you who have seen it would agree family entertainment be sure to watch it. if you have seen the film I'm sure you would agree its spectacular and Ryan Reynolds is fantastic in it as the cool teacher, and he looks absolutely gorgeous. the film is about two teachers who are competing for teacher of the year award, its a mixed film from comedy to sad i enjoyed it very much i have only seen it twice but i might buy the DVD if it comes out on DVD that is. people make sure you watch it will have a great effect on you. and it might effect on what you do. so how much time do you have not a lot
    6merklekranz

    Plain vanilla fluff.......

    Ryan Reynolds goes "PG" rated and the results are an OK family flick. This film is certainly no "Van Wilder". I believe the fans of his more outrageous movies will probably be disappointed. David Paymer carries the film as the at first combative, and later understanding rival teacher. "School of Life" is definitely a message movie, clearly defining what interests the students, and what does not. Of course Ryan Reynolds methods are a reality stretch, but the point is made. As a heartwarming tale this only marginally succeeds, because everything is telegraphed, such as the final basketball game. It is what it is, plain vanilla fluff. - MERK
    10Jnn7983

    Excellent Movie

    This movie shows people that first impressions are not always correct. At the beginning Mr. Matt Warner thought that Mr.D. had it all looks, charm, and everyone everywhere seem to love him. After he found out a secret about Mr. D. he realized that a person who takes the time to care for others even when they have their own problems is truly special. This movie is heartwarming and loving. Some people said the movie was not good, I respect their opinions. I however, could not wait to see this movie. If this movie ever comes out on video or DVD I will be buying it. The movie just showed how the human spirit can inspire people and u can find inspiration in people u would not think of finding it in.
    Marion88

    Fantastic High school comedy with great tear jerking moments

    School of life is just perfect: the acting is wonderful, the script has just the right mix of tears and laughter, the music is great, and the directing is outstanding (you don't notice it, you actually completely forget about it and follow the story and the characters, which is exactly what every director should try to achieve. If you notice the directing, the magic is gone, the film is bad). A high school biology teacher (comedy genius David Paymer) wants to be the best teacher of the year to honor the memory of his just deceased father. But here comes the coolest trendiest sexiest young teacher any high school has ever seen (Ryan Reynolds). And the old teacher's life is ruined: he goes literally mad! The story is told from the point of view of a 13 year old, the old teacher's son who happens to a-dore the young teacher, making his father's life miserable at home too. You may ask: does the teacher's wife sleep with the young teacher: no, she doesn't. This is a good film, remember. See it, you will love it.
    noodlepie54

    i love this

    i saw this film by accident a few months ago, honestly only bothered watching it for Ryan Reynolds but now i love it, its so amazing, laugh out loud funny and heart breakingly sad without being mushy. And the kids in it are fantastic, i love the boy who tap dances in the basketball game, he cracks me up.

    I would recommend this to any Ryan Reynolds fan, he's an outstanding actor and an incredibly gifted comedian, and so gorgeous looking!!

    This film is full of great performances and likable characters and if it doesn't make you tear up just little then you have no soul!(only joking.but really, its sad)

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    • Trivia
      The movie has Mr. D's birthday being 1967, making him either 37 or 38 at the time of the movie. However, Ryan's birthday is Oct, 23, 1976, meaning he would have just turned 28 when the movie was released in February of 2005. This also makes this movie one of the few where Ryan plays a character older than himself.
    • Goofs
      When the teachers are sitting in front of the students at the beginning of the school year Mr. D has on red shoes. Then the next time you see him in the classroom he has on brown shoes. You can see them when he is sitting in the chair in the center of the circle.
    • Quotes

      Michael D'Angelo: Education is truly a hero's journey, and it seems to me that going to school is a lot like a Star Wars movie. You're all Luke Skywalkers or Lucy Skywalkers, whichever applies, and school is just one of the many places that you're going to receive your Jedi training. Because we need to get ready to go do battle against the Evil Empire. Now, the Evil Empire is not our school, our parents, or even the questionable meat products in the cafeteria. No. You see, the Evil Empire is a belief. It's believing that we have limitations. You don't. Whether you realize it or not, every single one of you is perfect. Norman Warner was my Jedi Master, and the greatest lesson that he taught me was that I was my own teacher, I was my own master. And the lesson that I hope to teach all of you is to not worry about what you're doing, because it doesn't matter. Worry about who you are being. You do that, and there's absolutely nothing stopping you from going out in this world and kicking some serious ass.

    • Connections
      References The Addams Family (1964)
    • Soundtracks
      Trynna Finda Way
      Written by Nelly Furtado (as Furtado), Eaton & Brian West (as West)

      Performed by Nelly Furtado

      Used by permission of Nestar Publishing Inc.

      Courtesy of Dreamworks Records,

      Under License fron Universal Musiac Canada

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • February 19, 2005 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • Canada
      • United States
    • Official site
      • ABC Family
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Вчитель року
    • Filming locations
      • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Gynormous Pictures
      • School of Life Productions Inc.
      • Bouncing Betty Productions
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 51m(111 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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