English Teacher

The pilot of this new series comes out of the gate fast and strong. The writing is tight, sharp and witty. It handles (and skewers) a lot of timely topics and political correctness without being preachy or heavy handed. It's one of the stronger starts to a comedy series I've seen in a decade. If somewhat R-rated comedy offends you, I'd recommend skipping this. If a gay man as a lead character makes you angry or uncomfortable, also skip it (and maybe do some self reflection on that).

The handful of negative reviews either seem upset that the gay lead character has a love life OR the that the comedy doesn't execute with a *ba-dum-tish!* laugh track style that tells you when it's time to laugh like so many, tired sitcom shows. This ain't The Big Bang Theory and that's a good thing.

It's clear the cast all understands the tone and pacing and the sarcasm comes through very effectively. If the show doesn't take off/ find its audience right away, I think it'll develop a following down the line.

Glee this ain't. And that's a good thing. Nails the highs and lows of trying to get by and teach in a public school in today's environment. The comedy is heightened, at times verging on full on satire. The lead character, the English teacher, is gay, so of course there's going to be some focus on lgbt+ issues with him and in the high school itself. But the show enjoys making light of both extremes in our polarized society, left and right. If lgbt+ is all it takes for you to not want to give this, or any show a shot, then I suppose it's not for you. And by that same token, good luck in life if that's all it takes. But for others, I hope you'll give it a try, especially the second episode. The episode seems to be playing out somewhat like a feel good cliché movie, and then there's a hilarious reveal.

Also, somebody commented that they thought this was going to be a wholesome workplace comedy. First off it's on FX. Do you not know what their brand is? And it's a TV MA show. Do your homework. Silly criticism. It's FX - which tends to mean it's daring and groundbreaking in some way. There's some mild swearing and adult content. Move on.

English Teacher on Apple TV+ is the kind of show that doesn't try to impress you with flashy concepts or deep intellectual drama-and that's exactly what makes it so enjoyable. It's unpretentious, refreshingly silly, and wonderfully chaotic in the best possible way.

From the very first episode, the tone is clear: this series is here to have fun, and it wants you to have fun too. It leans into its absurdity without ever becoming obnoxious, managing to strike a balance between being hectic and still telling a story you care about. There's a rhythm to the madness, and once you settle into it, you'll find yourself laughing out loud, rolling your eyes affectionately, and oddly invested in all the drama.

The cast plays a huge role in keeping the show afloat. Every actor seems to be having the time of their life, and that energy is infectious. Their chemistry is fantastic-whether they're exchanging rapid-fire one-liners, caught in over-the-top situations, or just soaking in the awkwardness of being human. It's also proudly, openly gay in a way that feels both celebratory and completely natural. The queerness isn't a subplot or a gimmick-it's part of the fabric of the show's world, and it adds a vibrant, refreshing layer to the comedy and relationships.

What's especially endearing is that English Teacher never takes itself too seriously. It knows it's silly, and it doesn't try to be anything else. But in between the chaos, there are some surprisingly sweet, even touching moments that give the characters dimension and keep the audience coming back. It's a kind of comforting silliness that becomes addictive.

Each episode brings something different-some new ridiculous situation, a strange plot twist, or a hilarious character moment-that keeps things feeling fresh and unpredictable. It's the kind of show you genuinely look forward to, not because it's groundbreaking, but because it's reliably fun.

In a TV landscape often packed with heavy dramas and overly ambitious comedies, English Teacher is a welcome escape. It's light, gay, dramatic, silly, and full of heart. If you're looking for something that doesn't ask too much of you but gives you plenty in return, this one's worth the binge.

Cinema and TV shows have been scared to write jokes because of the climate we now live in, but this show is what we need! The humor is tongue in cheek, honest, and puts a mirror up to us so we can see how absurdly toxic this generation can be with views!

The chemistry between the cast is stellar along with originality in jokes and plot. We haven't seen a show like this in a long time, especially showing diversity in a way we have never seen before! There's no fear in joking about the differences we all have in this world, exemplifying inclusivity while putting a spotlight on how "loud" our views can be. Thank you English Teacher for teaching TV how to poke fun at everyone again!

This show better be renewed!!!!

I love this show...the characters are perfect and the writing is brilliant. I highly recommend it! I wish it had more episodes in a season. I hate waiting a year for the 3rd season. Every character is so well defined and the principle is hilarious. I really enjoyed watching it. Always made me laugh.

Amazing.