The New Teacher (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1939, The New Teacher is a comedy and drama film directed by Sergei Gerasimov, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. A young teacher comes to work in his native village, plans to build a new school. The arrival of the teacher causes confusion in the soul of the young neighbor Agrafena Shumilina.
Who’s in it. The New Teacher stars Boris Chirkov, Tamara Makarova, Lyudmila Shabalina and Pavel Volkov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The New Teacher has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The New Teacher page.
If you liked it. Fans of The New Teacher tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The New Teacher (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The New Teacher change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The New Teacher worth watching?
- The New Teacher holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The New Teacher?
- The New Teacher stars Boris Chirkov, Tamara Makarova, Lyudmila Shabalina, Pavel Volkov and Valentina Telegina.
- When was The New Teacher released?
- The New Teacher was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.