John Alderton stars as Bernard Hedges in ‘Please Sir!‘, a sitcom about a hapless teacher at Fenn Street School, with Deryck Guyler as Norman Potter and Joan Sanderson as Doris Ewell.
Main cast
- Bernard HedgesJohn Alderton1–4Main
- Norman PotterDeryck Guyler1–4Main
- Doris EwellJoan Sanderson1–4Main
- Mr. PriceNoel Howlett1–4Main
- Frankie AbbottDavid Barry1–4Main
- Dennis DunstablePeter Cleall1–4Main
- Eric DuffyMalcolm McFee1–4Main
- Peter CravenMichael Bevis1–4Main
- Maureen BullockLiz Gebhardt1–4Main
- Sharon EversleighPenny Spencer1–4Main
Supporting cast
- Mr. CromwellErik Chitty1–4Supp
- Mrs. AbbottDiana King1–4Supp
Guest & voice
- Mr. HobsonJohn Comer2Guest
- Mr. SmithJohn Ringham3Guest
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About this cast
‘Please Sir!’ is a British sitcom that aired on ITV from 1968 to 1972, following the misadventures of Bernard Hedges, a well-meaning but often overwhelmed teacher at a rough secondary modern school. The show’s ensemble cast includes John Alderton, Deryck Guyler, and Joan Sanderson, with a focus on the humorous dynamics between staff and pupils.
FAQs
Who plays Bernard Hedges in Please Sir!?
John Alderton plays Bernard Hedges, the well-meaning teacher at Fenn Street School.
How many seasons of Please Sir! are there?
The show ran for 4 seasons from 1968 to 1972.
Is Please Sir! based on a film?
Yes, the sitcom was preceded by the 1968 film ‘Please Sir!’, also starring John Alderton, which inspired the series.
Who played Frankie Abbott in Please Sir!?
David Barry played the cheeky pupil Frankie Abbott.
What network aired Please Sir!?
The series was produced and broadcast by ITV in the United Kingdom.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026