This film tells the story of Class 4, Grade 9—a notorious “last-place class” at school due to its high number of failing students. Their leader, Ba Wang Chaoguo, is seen as the ringleader of this so-called “herd.” One day, the school brings in a highly unconventional art teacher whose eccentric methods baffle the administration but unexpectedly inspire Ba Wang and his classmates, giving them a new sense of purpose and hope for the future.
Director: Zhang Zhonghua
This film tells the story of Class 4, Grade 9—a notorious “last-place class” at school due to its high number of failing students. Their leader, Ba Wang Chaoguo, is seen as the ringleader of this so-called “herd.” One day, the school brings in a highly unconventional art teacher whose eccentric methods baffle the administration but unexpectedly inspire Ba Wang and his classmates, giving them a new sense of purpose and hope for the future.
The Art Class is a 2026 drama movie from China directed by Zhang Zhonghua, starring Jianfang Wang, Xuguang Du and Zhi Zhang. It was released on September 17, 2026. The running time is 1 h 33 min, in Mandarin.
The Art Class was released on September 17, 2026.
The Art Class was directed by Zhang Zhonghua.
The main cast includes Jianfang Wang, Xuguang Du, Zhi Zhang, Zimo Zhang and Lishan Chen.
The Art Class runs 1 h 33 min.
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🏆 Awards: 1 nomination total
Zhang Zhonghua
Jianfang Wang
Xuguang Du
Zhi Zhang
Zimo Zhang