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The History Boys

“History. It's just one bloody thing after another.”

6.620061h 49mDrama
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The History Boys at a glance

The History Boys is a 2006 drama film, running 1h 49m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 15 in the United Kingdom.

In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

15 age rating1h 49mDrama

Rated 15 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.

All key facts8
Type
Feature film
Released
2006-10-02
Runtime
1h 49m
Genres
Drama
Director
Nicholas Hytner
Original language
English
Status
Released
TMDB rating
6.6 / 10 · 225 votes

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Synopsis

Feature film

The story of an unruly class of bright, funny history students at a Yorkshire grammar school in pursuit of an undergraduate place at Oxford or Cambridge. Bounced between their maverick English master, a young and shrewd teacher hired to up their test scores, a grossly out-numbered history teacher, and a headmaster obsessed with results, the boys attempt to pass.

Cast

14 names
Richard GriffithsHector
Stephen Campbell MooreIrwin
Dominic CooperDakin
Samuel BarnettPosner
James CordenTimms
Russell ToveyRudge
Samuel AndersonCrowther
Jamie ParkerScripps
Andrew KnottLockwood
Sacha DhawanAkhtar
Clive MerrisonHeadmaster
Frances de la TourMrs. Lintott
Penelope WiltonMrs. Bibby
Adrian ScarboroughWilkes

Questions about The History Boys

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Where can I watch The History Boys in the United Kingdom?

In the United Kingdom, The History Boys is listed on Apple TV Store, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store, YouTube. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.

Is The History Boys suitable for children?

The History Boys is rated 15 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.

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What is The History Boys about?

The story of an unruly class of bright, funny history students at a Yorkshire grammar school in pursuit of an undergraduate place at Oxford or Cambridge. Bounced between their maverick English master, a young and shrewd teacher hired to up their test scores, a grossly out-numbered history teacher, and a headmaster…

How long is The History Boys?

The History Boys runs for 1h 49m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.

Can I watch the The History Boys trailer?

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