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Room 222
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Room 222 (1974)

7.7

Room 222 is a comedy-drama TV show set in the 1960s that revolves around a popular teacher tackling social issues in a high school. With an African-American teacher as the protagonist, the show explores various challenges faced by both the students and faculty. The series delves into topics like racial tensions, civil rights movement, and other social movements of that era.

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Great Teacher Onizuka
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Great Teacher Onizuka (2000)

8.5
TV_MA

Great Teacher Onizuka follows the story of Eikichi Onizuka, a former gang member who becomes a high school teacher. Onizuka is known for his unconventional teaching methods and his ability to connect with his delinquent students. The series explores the challenges and successes Onizuka faces as he tries to inspire and transform the lives of his students.

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Teachers
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Teachers (2019)

6.6
TV_14

Follow the crazy misadventures of a group of elementary school teachers as they navigate through their personal and professional lives. From dealing with wild students to quirky colleagues, nothing is off-limits in this comedic take on the education system.

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Abbott Elementary
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Abbott Elementary (2021)

8.2
TV_PG
Bad Education
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Bad Education (2024)

7.3
TV_14

Bad Education is a hilarious TV show that follows the life of a high school teacher named Alfie Wickers. Alfie is known for his unorthodox teaching methods and unprofessional behavior, which often leads to hilarious situations. The show focuses on Alfie's interactions with his students, colleagues, and the school administration. Despite his flaws, Alfie genuinely cares about his students and tries to help them navigate the challenges of high school. With its witty humor and relatable characters, Bad Education is a must-watch for fans of comedy and school dramas.

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Akashic Records of Bastard Magic Instructor
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Akashic Records of Bastard Magic Instructor (2017)

7
TV_14

Akashic Records of Bastard Magic Instructor follows the story of Glenn Radars, a lazy and un-motivated former mercenary who becomes a substitute teacher at a prestigious magic academy. Despite his lack of enthusiasm, Glenn is forced to take on a class of unruly and eccentric students who possess varying degrees of magical abilities. As the semester progresses, Glenn forms relationships with his students and uncovers the dark secrets of the academy, ultimately leading him to confront his own traumatic past.

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Hagane no Onna
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Hagane no Onna (2010)

6.9

Haga Ineko stopped being a school teacher for she was about to get married. When she is suddenly dumped by her to-be husband, she loses her way, and starts drinking. One day, an old friend approaches with a job offer. She would be a substitute teacher in a class on which several teachers gave up without an apparent reason. She reluctantly takes the job only to discover that there are several brutal bullying cases inside the class. Even she eventually starts being anonymously threatened due to her opposing posture against such cases. She now has to identify and reprimand them while at the same time protecting weaker students. The word "Hagane" on the title is a nickname which comes from Haga (her surname) and Ne (from Ineko, her name), but is actually a pun with the actual word hagane (which means steel, denoting how she must be in order to resist as a teacher). (d-addicts.com)

Bad Teacher
Tv Show

Bad Teacher (2014)

5.3
TV_14

Bad Teacher is a comedy TV show that follows the life of a teacher who is not very good at her job. She is lazy, inappropriate, and often gets into trouble with her students and co-workers. Despite her flaws, she tries to navigate the challenges of being a teacher while also dealing with personal issues and trying to find love.

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A.P. Bio
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A.P. Bio (2021)

7.4
TV_14

After being denied tenure at Harvard, Jack Griffin returns to his hometown and takes a job as a high school biology teacher. Determined to get back at his rival, he uses his students to help him seek revenge.

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Mr. D
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Mr. D (2018)

7.5
TV_PG

Mr. D is a comedy series about Gerald Duncan, a clueless high school teacher trying to navigate his way through the challenges of teaching and life. Based on sketch comedy and semi-autobiographical elements, the show follows Gerald's misadventures as an underachiever and his interactions with the students and faculty.

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Rita
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Rita (2020)

8.1
TV_MA

Rita is a schoolteacher in Denmark who challenges societal norms and struggles with her personal life. She navigates relationships with her students, colleagues, and family while trying to find her own happiness.

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Hangin' with Mr. Cooper
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Hangin' with Mr. Cooper (1997)

6.4
TV_PG

Hangin' with Mr. Cooper is a sitcom from the 1990s that follows the life of Mark Cooper, a high school teacher and basketball coach. He faces the ups and downs of his career, as well as the challenges of balancing his professional and personal life. Set in California, the show delves into Cooper's experiences with his students, colleagues, and roommates, while also showcasing his comedic talent as a stand-up comedian.

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Head of the Class
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Head of the Class (1991)

6.6
TV_G

Head of the Class is a comedy TV show set in a high school in Manhattan, New York City. It follows a group of gifted students and their unconventional teacher as they navigate the ups and downs of school life. With its witty dialogue and observational comedy, the show provides plenty of laughs and heartwarming moments. The students face various challenges, including academic competitions and teenage drama, while the teacher tries to inspire and guide them. The show's humor is enhanced by the classic laugh track, adding to the sitcom-style entertainment. Overall, Head of the Class is a fun and light-hearted TV show that highlights the dynamics between gifted children, their classmates, and their teacher.

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Unser Lehrer Doktor Specht
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Unser Lehrer Doktor Specht (1999)

6.3

Unser Lehrer Doktor Specht is a series of family author Kurt Bartsch, directors Werner Masten, Vera Loebner and Karin Hercher, shot from 1991 in Germany. The consequences had a length of 52 or 46 minutes. For subsequent repetitions of the consequences of the first season in about 45 minutes were cut. In addition, they were provided with an alternative, shorter guy, who was also designed in a different font.

Mr. Iglesias
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Mr. Iglesias (2020)

7.1
TV_14

Mr. Iglesias is a comedy TV show that follows Gabriel Iglesias, a high school teacher who uses his unconventional teaching methods to connect with his students. With his carefree attitude and sense of humor, he helps them navigate the challenges of high school and tackles various issues they face. Through laughter and compassion, Mr. Iglesias proves that education can be fun and transformative.

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Welcome Back, Kotter
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Welcome Back, Kotter (1979)

7.1
TV_PG

Welcome Back, Kotter is a sitcom comedy set in the 1970s in Brooklyn, New York City. The show follows the story of a dedicated teacher named Mr. Kotter who returns to his old high school and teaches a group of diverse students. The show explores the challenges and funny situations that arise as Mr. Kotter tries to connect with his students and inspire them to succeed. With its laugh track and light-hearted tone, the show provides an entertaining look at high school life in the 1970s.

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teacher as protagonist

Discover a collection of movies and TV shows that revolve around the theme of a teacher as the main protagonist. From inspiring tales of dedicated educators to stories of teachers facing challenges in unconventional classrooms, explore the captivating world of teachers making a difference in the lives of their students.

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