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Saved by the Bell

Saved by the Bell

Welcome to California's hippest high school

19897.84 Seasons86 EpisodesEnded

Overview

Lovable schemer Zack Morris leads his pals on adventures at California's Bayside High School. The friends navigate relationships, final exams, school dances, breakups and more while frequently frustrating their principal, Mr. Richard Belding, who does his best to keep them in check.

Created by Peter Engel
Produced by Franco Bario
NetworksNBC

Top Cast

Mark-Paul Gosselaar

Mark-Paul Gosselaar

Zack Morris

Mario López

Mario López

A.C. Slater

Dustin Diamond

Dustin Diamond

Samuel 'Screech' Powers

Lark Voorhies

Lark Voorhies

Lisa Turtle

Dennis Haskins

Dennis Haskins

Richard Belding

Themes & Keywords

high schoolrivalryromanceschoolbest friendteen comedyclassmateyoung loveinterracial friendshipsitcom

About Saved by the Bell

Saved by the Bell is a family, comedy series that first aired in 1989 exploring themes of high school, rivalry, romance, school, best friend, teen comedy. Created by Peter Engel, it stars Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Mario López, Dustin Diamond. Lovable schemer Zack Morris leads his pals on adventures at California's Bayside High School. The friends navigate relationships, final exams, school dances, breakups and more while frequently frustrating their principal, Mr. Richard Belding, who does his best to keep them in check.

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