Channel 5's psychological thriller The Teacher has captivated audiences, leading to calls for a fourth series. The drama, praised as "a great watch" and "gripping," follows educators whose lives unravel due to scandals, staffroom tensions, or tragic incidents.
Series Overview and Cast
The first series premiered in 2022, starring Sheridan Smith as English teacher Jenna Garvey, who is accused of having a drunken sexual encounter with a student and suffers memory loss. The second series aired in 2024, featuring Kara Tointon as art teacher Dani, whose secret relationship with a colleague leads to disaster when a pupil goes missing on a school trip. The third series, broadcast in 2025, stars Victoria Hamilton as Helen Simpson, a teacher with over 30 years of experience who clashes with student Cressida Bancroft, played by Alice Grant.
Fan Reactions
Viewers have taken to social media to express their desire for more episodes. One fan posted: "Such a good series and we need another please, Channel 5 drama is so good." Another commented: "Series 4 please." A third added: "Watched them all. Great watch!" Following the second series, one audience member wrote on X: "Loved that. Kept me gripped the whole time." Another remarked: "Omg #TheTeacher was absolutely brilliant... wow what a twist did not expect that."
Plot Details of Series 3
The official synopsis for the third series states: "Influential female student Cressida Bancroft dislikes Helen for accusing her of being a woke warrior to gain popularity. After this clash of ideals, Cressida sets out to turn the world against Helen, before focusing her attention on Helen's family, including her son Sam. As Helen delves deeper into Cressida's past, she uncovers a world of sadness and neglect."
All three seasons of The Teacher are available to stream on Channel 5.
