Night School

Night School follows Teddy Walker, a charismatic car salesman whose life spirals after a chaotic accident destroys his workplace. Facing the consequences, he discovers he must earn his GED to keep his job and clear his record. Enrolling in a night class, Teddy meets an unlikely crew of misfits who each bring their own flaws and ambitions. His reunion with an old high school rival adds a playful edge to the routine, while a no-nonsense teacher challenges him to prove he can learn and adapt. As Teddy juggles lectures, late shifts, and social mishaps, the pressure tests his relationships and his confidence. Along the way he forms friendships, earns small wins, and learns real progress comes from steady effort today.

Directed by Malcolm D Lee, Night School was developed from an original screenplay credited to Matthew Kellard, Nicholas Stoller, and John Hamburg. The film arrived in theaters in 2018, aiming to blend witty banter with comedy rooted in real life.

Worldwide gross stood at about 33.16 million, with most earnings in the United States and lighter international turn as audiences warmed to Hart and Haddish. The studio positioned it as a crowd pleaser, aiming for broad family and group viewing.

Critics tended to split on Night School, praising Hart and Haddish for their chemistry and timing while noting the premise stays light and familiar. The movie leans into workplace ambitions, social misfits, and the value of perseverance, even when plans go sideways, revealing that education can be accessible and fun.

Night School didn't spark a long lasting cultural phenomenon, but it reinforced Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish as a reliable on screen pairing for broad comedies. The film's premise and set pieces became recognizable in chatter and video circles, with marketing leaning into Hart's self deprecating humor and Haddish's energy.