Hurra, die Schule brennt

A young, excellent teacher who wins the students over with his straightforward, approachable style. He enjoys the easygoing life in Tuttelbach and resists leaving when ordered to transfer. Bach's frank approach clashes with tradition, but his compassion and humor help him unite the class and inspire a liberal reinterpretation of Schiller's William Tell.

A spirited class leader who initially resists Bach's methods but grows into a defender of the teacher's open approach. He and his friends organize determined, playful opposition to the staff's plan to remove Bach, showing youth agency and loyalty. The school play becomes a centerpiece of their struggle and a symbol of solidarity.

A music teacher who represents part of the staff's traditionalist camp opposing Bach. She is skeptical at first, highlighting the old guard's fear of change in the classroom. Her stance underscored the tension between artistic freedom and disciplinary norms in the school.

An archetypal old-fashioned headmaster who prizes order and tradition above innovation. He disapproves of Bach's methods and leads the effort to remove him, embodying institutional resistance. His clash with Bach drives the central conflict and the film's humorous resolution.

Bach's nephew, a young student who supports his uncle's reform-minded approach. His presence adds warmth and a child’s perspective to the reform movement. He participates in events that help defend Bach and celebrate creative learning.

Pepe's father and a lively glider club enthusiast who helps bring the climactic flight and parachute sequence to life. His involvement links school reform to broader community support and adventure.

A Studienrätin who represents administrative oversight and the traditional approach, contributing to pressure on Bach and illustrating the constraints of institutional rules.

Studienrat and ministry official who tries to fix Bach's mistake, embodying bureaucratic control. He serves as a foil to Bach's relaxed method and the students' creative rebellion.