Groundhog Day Movie Lesson Plan & Worksheet | Grades 9–12 ELA

Challenge your students with this deep, thought-provoking movie lesson plan based on Groundhog Day (1993). Designed for high school English classes (Grades 9–12), this 120-minute lesson blends film analysis, philosophy, and critical thinking.

Students explore existentialism, personal growth, redemption, and the meaning of time through structured pre-viewing tasks, focused film analysis, and rich discussion. Clear prompts guide students to examine symbolism, irony, character development, and theme using evidence from the film. Socratic seminar questions push thinking beyond the surface and encourage respectful debate.

The lesson is ready for the classroom and has been thoroughly planned. A comprehensive printable student worksheet with an answer key, teacher help, and a detailed timeline are all included. Activities facilitate conversation, analytical writing, and creative reaction, making it simple to differentiate instruction for all students.

This resource encourages philosophical investigation, critical analysis, and ELA standards. It is ideal for enrichment classes, film studies, and units on contemporary literature.

Minimal preparation.

High standards.

Students remember this lesson long after class is over.