School of Rock

The rock band No Vacancy takes the stage at a local nightclub, aiming to impress potential fans just weeks before their important audition. The performance goes awry as their slacker guitarist, Dewey Finn, performs a botched stage dive, leading to a chaotic end to their set.

After the disastrous concert, Dewey wakes up in the apartment he shares with his friend Ned and his overbearing girlfriend Patty. Faced with overdue rent, Dewey realizes he must find a way to secure enough money to keep his living situation intact.

During a rehearsal, Dewey discovers he has been kicked out of No Vacancy and replaced by another guitarist named Spider. Feeling lost, he decides to sell his gear to make ends meet and cover his rent.

Dewey receives a call about a substitute teaching position that Ned is unable to fill. Desperate for cash, he impersonates Ned, taking on the alias 'Mr. S' to secure the job despite his lack of qualifications.

On his first day as a substitute teacher, Dewey's erratic behavior leaves the students bewildered. His unorthodox methods contrast sharply with the rigid structure they are used to, setting a chaotic tone for the rest of the year.

While listening to the students during music class, Dewey hatches a brilliant plan to form his own band with them. He selects the best musicians in the class, including Zack, Freddy, Katie, and Lawrence, and assigns Summer as the band manager.

Dewey works to boost the morale of students like Lawrence, who feels he doesn't belong, and Zack, who struggles with his father’s disapproval of rock music. He also encourages Tomika to embrace her talent and showcase her powerful voice.

Two weeks into his teaching gig, Dewey sneaks the main band members out of school to audition for the Battle of the Bands competition. This bold move underlines the growing bond between Dewey and his students as they pursue their musical dreams.

After discovering they are unable to perform due to a full lineup, Summer cleverly suggests they pretend the students are battling a terminal illness. This ruse works, allowing them to secure their spot under the name 'The School of Rock.'

As the competition nears, Rosalie inspects Dewey's teaching methods, warning him about the upcoming parents' night. The pressure mounts, and Dewey worries that his deception will be revealed before the big performance.

Dewey's secret unravels when Ned discovers his paycheck, leading to confrontation. At the parents' night meeting, concerned parents question Dewey about his unorthodox teaching methods, and tensions reach a boiling point as the truth comes to light.

As parents demand answers about the missing kids, Dewey realizes the importance of standing up for his students. He rushes home to confront Ned and Patty, sharing his passion for music and defending the children’s right to express themselves creatively.

On the day of the competition, the students slip away from Dewey's supervision, determined to perform. Despite initially being overshadowed by Dewey's former band, they take the stage and unleash their talent, earning roaring applause from the crowd.

Although No Vacancy wins the competition, the audience chants for The School of Rock to deliver an encore. Dewey and the kids seize the moment and perform 'It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock 'n' Roll)' by AC/DC, leaving a lasting impression.

In the aftermath of their performance, the once skeptical adults, including Ned and Rosalie, reflect with pride. The School of Rock evolves into an inspiring after-school program, and Dewey continues to mentor the students, while Ned pursues his own passion for teaching music.