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Head of the Class

1986·Show
114Episodes in5Seasons·TV-G
43
WeakGoodWatch score

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Funny, calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline1
  • Tension1

Heart

Nostalgic and hopeful

  • Nostalgia9
  • Hopefulness7
  • Wholesome6

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Physical Comedy5

World

Everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6
  • World Immersion5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting6
  • Dialogue Quality6
  • Direction5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing5
  • Cinematography4
  • Music Composition4

Who it's for

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About

Head of the Class is an American sitcom that ran from 1986 to 1991 on the ABC television network. The series follows a group of gifted students in the Individualized Honors Program at the fictional Monroe High School in Manhattan, and their history teacher Charlie Moore. The program was ostensibly a vehicle for Hesseman, best known for his role as radio DJ Dr. Johnny Fever in the sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati. Hesseman left Head of the Class in 1990 and was replaced by Billy Connolly as teacher Billy MacGregor for the final season. After the series ended, Connolly appeared in a short-lived spin-off titled Billy. The series was created and executive produced by Rich Eustis and Michael Elias. Rich Eustis had previously worked as a New York City substitute teacher while hoping to become an actor.
Classic 80s SitcomGifted Student EnsembleWitty Academic HumorHeartwarming School LifeNostalgic Network TVFeel-Good ComedyTeacher-Student DynamicsLighthearted DramaCharacter-Driven Sitcom

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Questions about Head of the Class

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Where can I stream Head of the Class legally?

You can rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Head of the Class worth watching?

43
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 43/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Head of the Class rated?

TV-G

It's rated TV-G in the United States.

How many seasons does Head of the Class have?

5 seasons

It has 5 seasons with 114 episodes of about 22 minutes each.

When did Head of the Class air?

It ran from 1986 to 1991 and has ended.

What language is Head of the Class in?

EnglishFrench

It was made in English, with some French. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Head of the Class?

5AUCANZRUUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Head of the Class in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Head of the Class use?

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TV Tropes lists 86 storytelling tropes for Head of the Class, including Remember the New Guy?, One Degree of Separation, Here There Be Dragons.