After School (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 8.3

After School poster

Released in 2008, After School is a comedy, drama and mystery film directed by Kenji Uchida, running about 102 minutes.

What it’s about. A middle school teacher, Jinno, is friends with a young couple that is about to have a baby. But on the eve of the birth, the father, Kimura, disappears. Then, a hired private detective appears and ask Jinno's help to find Kimura.

Who’s in it. After School stars Kuranosuke Sasaki as Shimazaki, Masato Sakai as Kimura, Tomoko Tabata and Yo Oizumi as Jinno, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.3/10, After School sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch After School page.

If you liked it. Fans of After School tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch After School (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for After School change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is After School worth watching?
After School holds an audience score of 8.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in After School?
After School stars Kuranosuke Sasaki, Masato Sakai, Tomoko Tabata, Yo Oizumi and Reiko Igarashi.
When was After School released?
After School was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.