Dangerous Minds is an American drama television series that aired on ABC from September 30, 1996 to March 15, 1997.

Annie Potts stars in the lead role originated by Michelle Pfeiffer.

[1] Based on a real person and on the movie of the same name, Marine veteran LouAnne Johnson is an unconventional teacher who inspires her class of bright but "difficult" inner-city students, and makes a real difference in their lives, outside school as well as inside.

In May 1996 it was announced Dangerous Minds would be adapted into a drama series for ABC's 1996-97 Fall schedule with Annie Potts playing the lead role of LouAnne Johnson who had been played by Michelle Pfeiffer in the film.

[2] In May 1997, it was announced Dangerous Minds would not be returning for a second season.