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Head of the Class (1986)

6.4 5 seasons 114 episodes Ended

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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.

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Seasons & episodes

PilotSep 17, 1986

A high school substitute teacher takes over a class of geniuses.

Back to the FutureSep 24, 1986

The class imagines life 20 years in the future

CharliegateOct 1, 1986

Dennis misquotes Mr. Moore for the school newspaper

Love at First ByteOct 22, 1986

Charlie receives a love note from a secret admirer he suspects is in the IHP.

The OutsiderOct 29, 1986

Janice feels left out in class and decides to throw a party to make friends. Charlie dates a model.

Teacher's TeacherNov 5, 1986

Charlie is upset when the IHP's regular teacher announces his return from sick leave.

Volleyball Anyone?Nov 12, 1986

Arvid tries to impress a girl by challenging the school basketball players to a volleyball match against the IHP class.

Critical ChoicesNov 19, 1986

Charlie tries his hand at ""Hamlet""

Cold TurkeyNov 26, 1986

Mr. Moore spends Thanksgiving with Dr. Samuels

You've Got a FriendDec 3, 1986

After their team project wins them a trip to Washington, D.C., Sarah and Arvid develop slight feelings for each other. But things aren't ne…

As Time Goes ByDec 10, 1986

Charlie's ex-flame evaluates the class

The Way We Weren'tDec 17, 1986

When doing reports on their ancestry, both Alan and Darlene find things out that they don't want to.

Rebel Without a ClassJan 7, 1987

Eric makes trouble for another teacher

Ode to SimoneJan 14, 1987

Simone receives a discouraging letter from her favorite poet....after his death. Dennis tries to give up sarcasm and pranks.

Past ImperfectJan 21, 1987

Charlie must pass a test in Macro Economics in order to keep his teaching license. The IHP attempt to help him.

A Problem Like MariaJan 28, 1987

Maria dates the captain of the opposing team

The Russians Are Coming, the Russians Are Coming!Feb 4, 1987

The IHP faces their Russian counterparts in an academic tournament. Eric must join the team to replace an ailing Jawaharal.

Valentine's DayFeb 11, 1987

The class has problems on Valentine's day.

Video ActivityFeb 18, 1987

The class makes a music video for a time capsule

PrivilegeFeb 25, 1987

Charlie sets Arvid up with a job at a hot nightclub, which causes Arvid to develop a cocky, image-conscious attitude.

Crimes of the HeartApr 1, 1987

The Secret Life of Arvid EngenMay 6, 1987

Arvid starts to daydream about Lori and it affects his schoolwork

Cast

Billy ConnollyBilly MacGregor

William G. SchillingDr. Harold Samuels

Jeannetta ArnetteBernadette Meara

Michael DeLorenzoAlex Torres

Dan FrischmanArvid Engen

Robin GivensDarlene Merriman

Khrystyne HajeSimone Foster

Tony O'DellAlan Pinkard

Lara PiperViki Amory

Rain PryorTheola June 'T.J.' Jones

Ke Huy QuanJasper Kwong

Brian RobbinsEric Mardian

Kimberly RussellSarah Nevins

Dan SchneiderDennis Blunden