Town School (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2018, Town School is a drama and family film directed by Sunil Premarathne, running about 114 minutes.
What it’s about. Shanali, a brilliant village girl whose ambitious mother sends her to a prestigious urban school after she aces her Grade 5 scholarship exam. There, her academic excellence triggers a fierce rivalry with Kaveesha, a wealthy, pampered classmate who looks strikingly similar to her. The tension takes a terrifying turn on the final day before the December holidays when school staff accidentally lock the premises from the outside, trapping an innocent Shanali alone inside a dark restroom for the entire vacation and triggering a frantic, agonizing search by her desperate parents.
Who’s in it. Town School stars Prabashi Palliyage as Shanali, Melisha Yenuli as Kaweesha, Bimal Jayakody and Tharuka Wanniarachchi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Town School has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Town School page.
If you liked it. Fans of Town School tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Town School (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Town School change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Town School worth watching?
- Town School holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Town School?
- Town School stars Prabashi Palliyage, Melisha Yenuli, Bimal Jayakody, Tharuka Wanniarachchi and Kumara Thirimadura.
- When was Town School released?
- Town School was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.