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Mr. Novak

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  • 1963-1965
  • 2 Seasons
  • NBC
  • Drama
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The experiences of a young, tough-minded, idealistic high-school English teacher on his first job provided the stories in this series. John Novak begins at Jefferson High School in Los Angeles under Principal Albert Vane, who doesn't always agree with Novak's approach, but admires his dedication to teaching. Eventually, Vane is elected to state superintendent and Martin Woodridge becomes the new principal. Stories centered on Novak's life, student-teacher relationships, and the struggles of other young teachers.

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James Franciscus
John Novak
Dean Jagger
Principal Albert Vane
Vince Howard
Pete Butler

Season 2 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

Moonlighting

Tue, Sep 22, 196460 mins

After Mr. Vane arranges for Mr. Novak to suddenly fly to Pennsylvania to visit his ailing father, the good, but completely broke son returns with a pile of hospital bills to be paid off, somehow.

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Awards

  • 1965 - Golden Globe - Best TV Star - Male - nominated
  • 1964 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Continued Performance by an Actor in a Series (Lead) - nominated
  • 1965 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Program Achievements in Entertainment - nominated
  • 1965 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Individual Achievements in Entertainment - Actors and Performers - nominated

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