TV series
Principal Steven Harper runs Winslow High School as best as he can while dealing with the demands of the faculty, the students and their parents.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
Boston Public premiered October 23, 2000. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Principal Steven Harper runs Winslow High School as best as he can while dealing with the demands of the faculty, the students and their parents.
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Episode 1
Young teachers join the faculty; students plan a walkout because of the administration's apparent lack of concern for student issues.
Directed by Jonathan PontellWritten by John J. Sakmar, Kerry LenhartGuest stars Nicky Katt, Michelle Monaghan, Cara DeLizia, China Shavers, Alisa Reyes, Blair Wingo, Indigo, Jody Wood
Episode 2
Harsh echoes resound from the student riot; the Danny-Marla confrontations lead to racist allegations against her; a drug deal entraps one of Guber's prized pupils.
Directed by Arlene SanfordWritten by David E. Kelley, John J. Sakmar, Douglas Steinberg, Kerry LenhartGuest stars Nicky Katt, Cara DeLizia, Sam Doumit, Alisa Reyes, Jason Dohring, Brian Dietzen, Indigo, Cleo King
Episode 3
Misconduct charges target Guber, who's up against a new superintendent; race issues fester between Marla and Danny; reckless student driving sparks reproach.
Directed by Mike ListoWritten by David E. Kelley, John J. SakmarGuest stars Nicky Katt, Cara DeLizia, Percy Daggs III, Alana Austin, Elizabeth Peña, Riley Smith, Kira Tirimacco, Johnny Lewis
Episode 4
A sex scandal among teens rocks Winslow and prompts a mock trial of the accused instigator, a clean-cut senior who's defended, prosecuted and judged by his peers.
Directed by Peter MacNicolWritten by David E. Kelley, John J. Sakmar, Kerry EhrinGuest stars Nicky Katt, Cara DeLizia, Andrew Eiden, Alisa Reyes, Christopher Rodriguez Marquette, Indigo, Courtney Cole-Fendley, Michael Kirby
Episode 5
Senate's erratic behavior rattles Ronnie and prompts a telling showdown with Harper; pupil misconduct provokes a new teacher, whose youth belies grit.
Directed by Robert YannettiWritten by David E. Kelley, John J. Sakmar, Kerry Lenhart, Kerry EhrinGuest stars Nicky Katt, Michelle Monaghan, China Shavers, Johnny Pacar, Dave Florek, Edwin Hodge, D Smoke, Brian Casey
Episode 6
Harper's meeting with a parent becomes heated; a new teacher stirs things up in the classroom; the teachers must evaluate one another.
Directed by Jeannot SzwarcWritten by Jason KatimsGuest stars Michelle Monaghan, Cara DeLizia, China Shavers, Scott Gerbacia, Indigo, E.J. Callahan, Cleo King, Jody Wood
Episode 7
A jailed Harper faces a manslaughter charge in the death of a student's father; a rebellious teen receives unsolicited help from Hanson, who uncovers the youth's dark secret.
Directed by Mike ListoWritten by Douglas SteinbergGuest stars Michelle Monaghan, Cara DeLizia, Rosemary Forsyth, Jake Richardson, Heavy D, J Barton, Lou Briggs, Garrett M. Brown
Episode 8
Brooke feels guilty about leaving her father alone during the holidays; Lipschultz debates accepting his son's Christmas invitation; Marla and Kimberly are stranded at Doyle's during a snowstorm.
Directed by Elodie KeeneWritten by Jason KatimsGuest stars Michelle Monaghan, China Shavers, Rhyon Nicole Brown, Jake Richardson, Tony Todd, Indigo, Troy Winbush, Briana Hodge
Episode 9
A teen's pregnancy sensitizes Guber; a gang slaying deeply affects Kimberly and her prize student; romantic liaisons have differing impacts on Ronnie and Hanson.
Directed by Joe NapolitanoWritten by Jason Katims, Kerry Lenhart, Lit KatimsGuest stars Michelle Monaghan, Cara DeLizia, Phillip Van Dyke, Angelo Tiffe, Indigo, E.J. Callahan, Heavy D, Jody Wood
Episode 10
Harper has concerns about Brooke's infatuation with the star basketball player; Flynn is attracted to a student's mother; a boy enters an online auction to buy a night with a beautiful girl.
Directed by Michael ZinbergWritten by Jason Katims, John J. Sakmar, Kerry LenhartGuest stars Michelle Monaghan, China Shavers, Mehcad Brooks, Elizabeth Peña, Boris Kodjoe, Anne Archer, Courtney Peldon, Kala Savage
Episode 11
A star basketball player is on the verge of losing his eligibility to play; Becky tells Flynn her mother is having an affair.
Directed by Steven RobmanWritten by Jason Katims, Douglas SteinbergGuest stars Cara DeLizia, China Shavers, Johnny Pacar, Duncan Sheik, Mehcad Brooks, Phillip Van Dyke, Boris Kodjoe, Stephen Macht
Episode 12
Guber's speech team star has an issue, Russell decides on a college, while mixed signals rattle Colin as his affair comes to a close.
Directed by Mike ListoWritten by Jason Katims, Karen WyscarverGuest stars China Shavers, Bret Harrison, Mehcad Brooks, Boris Kodjoe, Stephen Macht, Anne Archer, Courtney Peldon, Johnny Lewis
Episode 13
Kimberly is stalked by one of her students; Lipschultz celebrates Valentine's Day with Guber's mother.
Written by Constance M. Burge, Alicia MartinGuest stars Michelle Monaghan, Johnny Pacar, Angela Goethals, Betty Garrett, Brian Casey, Missy Yager, Brad Wilson
Episode 14
A shy student with a powerful voice belts out a song; Hanson tries to help a 12-year-old genius who has no friends.
Directed by Jonathan PontellWritten by Brian S. Hunt, Kerry Ehrin, Kerry EhrinGuest stars Cara DeLizia, China Shavers, Mehcad Brooks, Richard Keith, Willam Belli, Jason Dohring, Brian Skala, Kira Tirimacco
Episode 15
Marla berates Aisha and the other performers in the school musical; the incumbent mayor grills Harper about low test scores; students land a juicy story about a teacher for their news broadcast.
Directed by Bethany RooneyWritten by Jason Katims, John J. Sakmar, Kerry LenhartGuest stars Cara DeLizia, China Shavers, Anne Marie Howard, David Conrad, Courtney Peldon, Andrea Bowen, Tamyra Gray, DeJuan Guy
Episode 16
Hanson's troubled sister drops off her 4-year-old daughter for him to watch; Marylin urges Aisha to stand up to her boyfriend; Ronnie and Marla vie for the position of assistant principal.
Directed by Mel DamskiWritten by Jason Katims, Liz HeldensGuest stars Cara DeLizia, China Shavers, Kate Norby, David Conrad, Tamyra Gray, Lyrica Woodruff, DeJuan Guy, Missy Yager
Episode 17
Tensions surface over Ronnie's new post; Aisha's participation in the school musical and her relationship with J.T.; Harvey's required recertification; and Danny's care for his niece.
Directed by Sheldon LarryWritten by Constance M. Burge, Liz HeldensGuest stars China Shavers, Percy Daggs III, Kate Norby, David Conrad, Kira Tirimacco, Courtney Peldon, Johnny Lewis, Tamyra Gray
Episode 18
Courtroom drama energizes Ronnie, who's defending two teens in a murder arraignment; high test scores by poor students prompt Guber's undercover investigation.
Directed by Jonathan PontellWritten by David E. Kelley, Jason KatimsGuest stars China Shavers, Verne Troyer, Kate Norby, Ben Easter, Lyrica Woodruff, Louis Falk, Porscha Coleman, Missy Yager
Episode 19
Sudden fame heartens Ronnie, credited for high exam scores posted at Winslow, yet she's also facing a romantic crisis with Zach; a student-council election tests a shy, awkward teen.
Directed by Duane ClarkWritten by David E. Kelley, Jason KatimsGuest stars China Shavers, Verne Troyer, Jonathan Bennett, David Conrad, Ben Easter, Courtney Peldon, Aaron Himelstein, Andrea Bowen
Episode 20
Aisha's ailing father leaves a song manuscript in her possession, and she writes lyrics for the melody.
Directed by Michael SchultzWritten by Constance M. Burge, Jason Katims, Kerry Ehrin, Liz HeldensGuest stars Cara DeLizia, China Shavers, Phillip Van Dyke, Rolonda Watts, Kate Norby, David Conrad, Tamyra Gray, Lyrica Woodruff
Episode 21
Hanson asks Claire to marry him; a student uses rap music to critique Shakespeare; a producer pushes Aisha to sign a record deal; Lifehouse performs at Doyle's Bar.
Directed by Mike ListoWritten by Jason KatimsGuest stars Cara DeLizia, China Shavers, Kate Norby, Blair Wingo, Method Man, David Conrad, Tania Gunadi, Tamyra Gray
Episode 22
A student writes a letter to Whitney Houston asking her to attend the prom with him; Harper tries to prevent teachers from being fired for budgetary reasons; Danny asks Claire's father for permission to marry her.
Directed by Jonathan PontellWritten by Jason KatimsGuest stars Cara DeLizia, China Shavers, Whitney Houston, Kevin Cooney, David Conrad, Aaron Himelstein, Ronny Cox, Derek Lee Nixon
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Chi McBrideSteven Harper
Anthony HealdScott Guber
Jessalyn GilsigLauren Davis
Nicky KattHarry Senate
Loretta DevineMarla Hendricks
Jeri RyanRonnie Cooke
Sharon LealMarilyn Sudor
Fyvush FinkelHarvey Lipschultz
FOXUnited States
David E. Kelley ProductionsUnited States
20th Century Fox TelevisionUnited States
