Please Sir! (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1971, Please Sir! is a comedy film directed by Mark Stuart, running about 100 minutes. “The Fenn Street Gang On The BIG SCREEN!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Mr. Hedges, the somewhat naive and idealistc teacher of the rebellious Class 5C, lobbies to have them allowed on the school camping trip despite much precedent to the contrary. Once on the camping trip Mr. Hedges pursues the local barmaid and the class indulge in their usual activities. A small feud with some stereotypical upper class children in red blazers is resolved with a false rape allegation. A case of some stolen money is resolved through Mr. Hedges trusting the class. At the final dance Mr. Hedges is ensnared in the romantic clutches of Miss Cutforth, contrary to his wishes.
Who’s in it. Please Sir! stars John Alderton as Bernard Hedges, Deryck Guyler as Norman Potter, Peter Cleall as Eric Duffy and Joan Sanderson as Doris Ewell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Please Sir! has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Please Sir! page.
If you liked it. Fans of Please Sir! tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Please Sir! (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Please Sir! change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Please Sir! worth watching?
- Please Sir! holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Please Sir!?
- Please Sir! stars John Alderton, Deryck Guyler, Peter Cleall, Joan Sanderson and Joan Sanderson.
- When was Please Sir! released?
- Please Sir! was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.