Panic in High School (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1978, Panic in High School is a thriller and crime film directed by Yukihiro Sawada, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. A parable about the inefficiency and anachronism of the Japanese educational system, which places an unusually large amount of importance on cramming for university entrance examinations, Panic High School is about the suicide of a high school student and its ensuing fallout at his school. When one of his classmates becomes frustrated with the math teacher's lack of sensitivity to the suicide, the student steals a rifle, returns to school, aerates the teacher's chest and then holds members of his class captive. This leads to an aggressive standoff with the police and lots of shots of his parents crying and bowing in shame, totally mortified.
Who’s in it. Panic in High School stars Shigeru Yamamoto as Jono Yasuhiro, Miyoko Akaza as Jono Hiroko, Yoshirō Aoki as Kurita and Seiji Endô, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Panic in High School has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Panic in High School page.
If you liked it. Fans of Panic in High School tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Panic in High School (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Panic in High School change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Panic in High School worth watching?
- Panic in High School holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Panic in High School?
- Panic in High School stars Shigeru Yamamoto, Miyoko Akaza, Yoshirō Aoki, Seiji Endô and Eimei Esumi.
- When was Panic in High School released?
- Panic in High School was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.