Please Sir!

Please Sir!

1968 · 4 seasons · 55 eps · ★ 7.0 · Comedy

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A hapless but caring teacher tries to control his class of unruly kids. The teacher sees much good and potential in his pupils, much to the dismay of his fellow teachers who have lost hope in these kids.

Created by Bob Larbey, John Esmonde

Network: London Weekend Television

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