Bad Spelling (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 2004, Bad Spelling is a drama film directed by Jean-Jacques Zilbermann, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. At a French boarding school for troubled youth in the early 1970's, the Headmaster and his wife decide that their son Daniel, who is fifteen years old but looks younger, should finally go live in the dorm with all the other students, as they do not want it to seem Daniel is receiving any special treatment. Daniel is now faced with the challenge of earning the trust and respect of the other students, who all come from troubled backgrounds.
Who’s in it. Bad Spelling stars Damien Jouillerot as Daniel Massu, Carole Bouquet as Geneviève Massu, Olivier Gourmet as Pierre Massu and Raphaël Goldman as Richard Zygelman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Bad Spelling 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 Bad Spelling page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bad Spelling tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bad Spelling (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bad Spelling change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bad Spelling worth watching?
- Bad Spelling holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bad Spelling?
- Bad Spelling stars Damien Jouillerot, Carole Bouquet, Olivier Gourmet, Raphaël Goldman and Franc Bruneau.
- When was Bad Spelling released?
- Bad Spelling was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.