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The Bronx Zoo

“If All the World's a Stage, Where's My Dressing Room?”

Series Overview

Elderly white principal of a Bronx high school that's in a rough black and Latino neighborhood tries to keep everyone's spirits up, despite having to deal with unmotivated teachers and disinterested students... THE BRONX ZOO was a 1987 NBC drama series directed by Allan Arkush and Paul Lynch. It lasted two seasons before cancellation.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
NBC
Episodes & Seasons

2 Seasons • 21 Episodes

60–61 min per episode

Air Date Window

1987 – 1988

Premiered: Thu, Mar 19, 1987

Created By
Gary David Goldberg

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, Jun 29, 1988

Season 2, Episode 12: “A Day in the Life”

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Gary David Goldberg

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Bronx Zoo.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Bronx Zoo

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What is The Bronx Zoo about?

Elderly white principal of a Bronx high school that's in a rough black and Latino neighborhood tries to keep everyone's spirits up, despite having to deal with unmotivated teachers and disinterested students... THE BRONX ZOO was a 1987 NBC drama series directed by Allan Arkush and Paul Lynch. It lasted two seasons before cancellation.

How many seasons does The Bronx Zoo have?

The Bronx Zoo comprises 2 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in The Bronx Zoo?

Key cast members in The Bronx Zoo include Mykelti Williamson, Kathryn Harrold, Kathleen Beller, Jerry Levine, Nicholas Pryor.

Who created or directed The Bronx Zoo?

The Bronx Zoo was developed and directed by Gary David Goldberg.