It is London in the year 1960 and John Saunders enthusiastically begins his new teaching career at a tough slum-area school. His class are bored pupils in their last term before leaving. Will he handle the grave problems that lie ahead?
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A classic from 1961. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
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Max Bygraves
John Saunders
Geoffrey Keen
Arthur Gregory
Donald Pleasence
Mr. Jenkins
Betty McDowall
Ann Collins
Peter Reynolds
Alec Murray
Jean Anderson
Mrs. Pond
Eleanor Summerfield
Mrs. Harkness
Mary Merrall
Miss Fogg
Richard O'Sullivan
Fred Harkness
Claire Marshall
Margaret
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