Head of the Class (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Series · ★ 6.3
Released in 1986, Head of the Class is a comedy and family series.
What it’s 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.
Who’s in it. Head of the Class stars Howard Hesseman as Charlie Moore, Billy Connolly as Billy MacGregor, William G. Schilling as Dr. Harold Samuels and Jeannetta Arnette as Bernadette Meara, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Head of the Class has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Head of the Class page.
If you liked it. Fans of Head of the Class tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Head of the Class (1986)?
- In US, Head of the Class is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Head of the Class worth watching?
- Head of the Class holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Head of the Class?
- Head of the Class stars Howard Hesseman, Billy Connolly, William G. Schilling, Jeannetta Arnette and Leslie Bega.
- When was Head of the Class released?
- Head of the Class was released in 1986.