Head of the Class
Series Overview
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.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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5 Seasons • 114 Episodes
22–30 min per episode
1986 – 1991
Premiered: Wed, Sep 17, 1986
Latest Aired Episode
Season 5, Episode 22: “It Couldn't Last Forever (2)”
The IHP class graduates, with T.J. as valedictorian. (Part 2 of 2, and series finale)
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Head of the Class - Season One Open
Type: Opening Credits • Published 2020-05-20
Cast & Creators
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Billy Connolly
Billy MacGregor
William G. Schilling
Dr. Harold Samuels
Jeannetta Arnette
Bernadette Meara
Michael DeLorenzo
Alex Torres
Dan Frischman
Arvid Engen
Robin Givens
Darlene Merriman
Khrystyne Haje
Simone Foster
Tony O'Dell
Alan Pinkard
Lara Piper
Viki Amory
Rain Pryor
Theola June 'T.J.' Jones
Ke Huy Quan
Jasper Kwong
Brian Robbins
Eric Mardian
Kimberly Russell
Sarah Nevins
Dan Schneider
Dennis Blunden
De'voreaux White
Aristotle McKenzie
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rich Eustis
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-G: General Audience — Suitable for all ages.
International Certification Matrix
General Audience — Suitable for all ages.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Head of the Class
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What is Head of the Class 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.
How many seasons does Head of the Class have?
Head of the Class comprises 5 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Head of the Class?
Key cast members in Head of the Class include Billy Connolly, William G. Schilling, Jeannetta Arnette, Michael DeLorenzo, Dan Frischman.
Who created or directed Head of the Class?
Head of the Class was developed and directed by Rich Eustis.