"Bad Education" is a 2019 black comedy-drama film directed by Cory Finley. The movie is based on the true story of the largest public school embezzlement scandal in American history, which took place in the Roslyn School District in Long Island, New York. The film follows the story of Frank Tassone, the superintendent of the school district, and his assistant superintendent, Pam Gluckin, as they carry out a scheme to steal millions of dollars from the district's budget.

The film stars Hugh Jackman as Tassone, and Allison Janney as Gluckin, with supporting roles from Ray Romano and Geraldine Viswanathan. The movie premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2019, and was later released on the streaming platform HBO.

"Bad Education" was praised for its sharp writing, strong performances, and deft handling of the sensitive subject matter. The film explores themes of corruption, ambition, and the consequences of unchecked power. It serves as a reminder of the importance of transparency and accountability in public institutions, and the dangers of blindly trusting those in positions of authority.

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