What is The Chorus about?
In 1940s France, a new teacher at a school for disruptive boys gives hope and inspiration.
Does it have a happy ending? (spoiler-safe)
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
The Chorus (2004)
A new teacher brings heartwarming music and wholesome humor to disruptive boys in 1940s France.
Uplifting and nostalgic. A comfort watch at a measured pace. Emotionally it is heavy.
Not on a US subscription service as of Oct 28, 2026.
The Chorus parents guide
Nothing past what a PG-13 promises: no sex or nudity and mild language.
Rated PG-13, but by what is on screen our estimate is fine from about 7.
- Scare
- Not scary
- Jump scares
- None noted
- Gore
- No gore
- Violence
- Some violence
- Some fighting or peril.
- Sex and nudity
- None noted
- Language
- Mild
- Mild words like damn, hell or crap.
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Cast and crew
Directed byChristophe Barratier
StarringGérard Jugnot, François Berléand, Kad Merad, Jean-Paul Bonnaire, Marie Bunel, Jean-Baptiste Maunier
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