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The Best Episodes of Head of the Class

Every episode of Head of the Class ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Head of the Class!

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...
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Best Episodes Summary

"We Love You, Mrs. Russell" is the best rated episode of "Head of the Class". It scored 8.3/10 based on 39 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 3/9/1988. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Video Activity".

  • We Love You, Mrs. Russell
    8.3/1039 votes
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    #1 - We Love You, Mrs. Russell

    Season 2 Episode 19 - Aired 3/9/1988

    A popular teacher has Alzheimer's

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Video Activity
    8.2/1044 votes
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    #2 - Video Activity

    Season 1 Episode 19 - Aired 2/18/1987

    The class makes a music video for a time capsule

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Little Shop 'Til You Drop (2)
    8.2/1036 votes
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    #3 - Little Shop 'Til You Drop (2)

    Season 3 Episode 14 - Aired 2/22/1989

    No description available

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • King of Remedial
    7.9/1029 votes
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    #4 - King of Remedial

    Season 3 Episode 20 - Aired 4/26/1989

    Fed up with Dennis' constant gags, Charlie shows him the door - to a remedial-history class, where Denn becomes the inspirational leader for an acade meet the IHP kids.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • It Couldn't Last Forever (2)
    7.9/1027 votes
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    #5 - It Couldn't Last Forever (2)

    Season 5 Episode 22 - Aired 6/25/1991

    The IHP class graduates, with T.J. as valedictorian. (Part 2 of 2, and series finale)

    Director: N/A

    Writer: Jeffrey Duteil

  • Arvid's Sure Thing
    7.8/1034 votes
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    #6 - Arvid's Sure Thing

    Season 3 Episode 11 - Aired 2/1/1989

    Arvid goes out with an easy girl

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Mission to Moscow (2)
    7.7/1046 votes
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    #7 - Mission to Moscow (2)

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 11/2/1988

    The team begins the competition without Eric, Arvid or Dennis.

    Director: Eric Laneuville

    Writer: Rich Eustis

  • Get a Job
    7.7/1029 votes
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    #8 - Get a Job

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 12/7/1988

    Dennis gets a job as a waiter to help pay off debts.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Little Shop 'Til You Drop (1)
    7.7/1034 votes
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    #9 - Little Shop 'Til You Drop (1)

    Season 3 Episode 13 - Aired 2/15/1989

    The final days before opening night are fraught with chaos: no Ronette, Mr. Mushnik MIA, one lead with laryngitis and another ready to walk just before curtain time.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Killer Coach
    7.7/1031 votes
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    #10 - Killer Coach

    Season 3 Episode 18 - Aired 3/22/1989

    No description available

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Mission to Moscow (1)
    7.6/1035 votes
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    #11 - Mission to Moscow (1)

    Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 11/2/1988

    In Moscow, Dr. Samuels insists on study for an academic meet, while Charlie lobbies for more personal cultural experiences. (Part 1 of 2)

    Director: Eric Laneuville

    Writer: N/A

  • I Am the King
    7.6/1032 votes
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    #12 - I Am the King

    Season 3 Episode 19 - Aired 4/5/1989

    Charlie moonlights as a character in late night commercials for an appliance store.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Teacher's Teacher
    7.5/1042 votes
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    #13 - Teacher's Teacher

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/5/1986

    Charlie is upset when the IHP's regular teacher announces his return from sick leave.

    Director: Lee Shallat Chemel

    Writer: N/A

  • As Time Goes By
    7.5/1048 votes
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    #14 - As Time Goes By

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 12/10/1986

    Charlie's ex-flame evaluates the class

    Director: Peter Baldwin

    Writer: N/A

  • Ode to Simone
    7.5/1042 votes
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    #15 - Ode to Simone

    Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 1/14/1987

    Simone receives a discouraging letter from her favorite poet....after his death. Dennis tries to give up sarcasm and pranks.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Big Squeeze
    7.5/1033 votes
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    #16 - The Big Squeeze

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 10/7/1987

    The IHP are concerned when they learn a transfer student might join their class, making it necessary for one of them to leave. They fight over who it should be.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Poltergeist III
    7.5/1035 votes
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    #17 - Poltergeist III

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 11/18/1987

    Janice says there is a poltergeist following her and soon the class begins to believe her.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: Bob Rosenfarb

  • Parent's Day
    7.5/1035 votes
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    #18 - Parent's Day

    Season 2 Episode 16 - Aired 2/3/1988

    The IHP's parent's come to see how the class is taught

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Engen and Son
    7.5/1031 votes
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    #19 - Engen and Son

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 11/30/1988

    Arvid's Dad teaches the honor's math class.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Labor Daze
    7.5/1031 votes
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    #20 - Labor Daze

    Season 3 Episode 21 - Aired 5/3/1989

    The staff, including Charlie, go on strike

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Pilot
    7.4/1068 votes
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    #21 - Pilot

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 9/17/1986

    A high school substitute teacher takes over a class of geniuses.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: Rich Eustis

  • Cold Turkey
    7.4/1041 votes
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    #22 - Cold Turkey

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 11/26/1986

    Mr. Moore spends Thanksgiving with Dr. Samuels

    Director: Lee Shallat Chemel

    Writer: N/A

  • Coach Charlie
    7.4/1031 votes
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    #23 - Coach Charlie

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 11/4/1987

    When Dr. Samuels is ejected from the meets, he gets Mr. Moore to take his place as coach.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • That'll Be the Day
    7.4/1044 votes
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    #24 - That'll Be the Day

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 11/11/1987

    The class puts on Grease

    Director: N/A

    Writer: Rich Eustis

  • Psyched Out at Fillmore
    7.4/1033 votes
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    #25 - Psyched Out at Fillmore

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 11/25/1987

    The class takes a standardized personality test and then worry about the results.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A