This is such a gem. This would kill on a national American network, but us Canadians are lucky enough to have it all for ourselves. The pace is quick, the dialogue is witty. The characters aren't very likable, but they're highly relate-able and performed with humanity, and that's all that's needed to create interesting, funny characters. Its a very fun twist to have teachers be such children - certainly not a role reversal I'm used to seeing in TV shows.
It also helps that Gerry Dee is the auteur behind it all - shows often fall apart when they have too many conflicting visions. No so with this puppy.
So naturally, I'm baffled that there's so many people that dislike it. As someone who is grossly disappointed and very good at sniffing out watered down rip-offs, the kind Canadian networks have a notorious streak of greenlighting... Well, this is NOT ONE OF THOSE. This is a show with a unique voice, a unique cast, and is genuinely funny and very well acted. It is totally deserving the healthy run it is having. Start watching from Season 4 like me, and you'll be delighted if you're a fan of good modern comedy. So there!
It also helps that Gerry Dee is the auteur behind it all - shows often fall apart when they have too many conflicting visions. No so with this puppy.
So naturally, I'm baffled that there's so many people that dislike it. As someone who is grossly disappointed and very good at sniffing out watered down rip-offs, the kind Canadian networks have a notorious streak of greenlighting... Well, this is NOT ONE OF THOSE. This is a show with a unique voice, a unique cast, and is genuinely funny and very well acted. It is totally deserving the healthy run it is having. Start watching from Season 4 like me, and you'll be delighted if you're a fan of good modern comedy. So there!