Abbott Elementary: Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Abbott Elementary earns top marks for its empathetic yet sidesplitting critique of the U.S. education system, plus some extra credit for a deftly handled will-they-won't-they dynamic.

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Alison Herman

The Ringer

Abbott Elementary is neither saccharine nor cynical in its treatment of systemic issues, an impressive balancing act that’s actually earned the acclaim it deserves.

Jul 9, 2022

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Dan Einav

Financial Times

For all the sharp, referential dialogue, cut-scenes and unexpected, throwaway gags, Abbott Elementary disarmingly succeeds in reminding us of the value of dedicated teachers who care for their students even when their own employers don’t care for them.

Rated: 4/5

Jun 20, 2022

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Craig Mathieson

The Age (Australia)

This is one of the best surprises of the television year so far. And those 22-minute episodes are an absolute balm in the current age of demanding drama. That’s a lesson we can all learn.

Apr 1, 2022

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Ezequiel Boetti

Otroscines.com

Efficient and hilarious, though at times it gives you the sense that you've seen this before... and better. [Full review in Spanish]

Rated: 3/5

Aug 17, 2022

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Natalia Trzenko

La Nación (Argentina)

Without heavy-handed phrases or low blows, Abbott Elementary advocates for kindness and solidarity... [Full review in Spanish]

Aug 15, 2022

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Fran Chico

Fotogramas

... A little gem you don't want to miss. [Full review in Spanish]

Jun 16, 2022

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Audience Member

Love it absolutely, it's fresh, brilliantly acted, the writing and cast are amazing, including the kids! The Office mockumentary formula is side-splittingly effective, and the chemistry between characters feels almost tangibly real. Great show!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/17/24

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Chase B

I love this show and although I took awhile to actually watch it, it is in fact quite hilarious.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/16/24

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Esteban C

an incredible ensemble cast, comedy to its finest and a very unusual yet relatable setting give this series all the praise. sitcoms are back and this show proves how a good one gets done. the whole first season bring the audience close with the characters, as they dive into their own adventures and explore the intricate world of an elementary school! a diamond in the rough that i can’t wait to see it fully polished!!!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/05/24

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isa d

As someone in the educational system, I have to believe this is a real thing with real teachers. Never thought I'd watch a sitcom that'd be so faithful to the reality of the behind the scenes in a school.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/02/24

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Audrey E

Truly going to be one of the sitcoms defining the 2020s! Quinta Brunson's comedic writing is still iconic and grounded, and the cast is always stellar.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/23/24

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IKHSAN R

A strong start. However, the dunking on Mr. C is growing stale pretty fast.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/22/24

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Quinta Brunson

Janine Teagues

Tyler James Williams

Gregory Eddie

Janelle James

Ava Coleman

Chris Perfetti

Jacob Hill

Lisa Ann Walter

Melissa Schemmenti

Sheryl Lee Ralph

Barbara Howard

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Episode 1

Aired Dec 7, 2021

Pilot

Passionate teachers -- and a slightly tone-deaf principal -- are determined to help their students succeed.

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Episode 2

Aired Jan 4, 2022

Light Bulb

Janine takes it upon herself to fix every problem when she notices a flicking light bulb in the hallway; Gregory asks Barbara for help talking to a parent, which leads him to spend his lunch period in an unexpected way.

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Episode 3

Aired Jan 11, 2022

Wishlist

The teachers to ask the local community for new school supplies; Janine encourages Gregory to decorate his classroom.

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Episode 4

Aired Jan 18, 2022

New Tech

When a new computer program is introduced at Abbott, Janine is excited to finally help Barbara with something; Barbara is reluctant to accept change and finds herself in a tricky situation; Melissa surprises Jacob.

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Episode 5

Aired Jan 25, 2022

Student Transfer

After a negative teacher review, Janine gets a confidence boost when a student gets transferred from Melissa's class into hers; Jacob tries to forge a friendship with an uninterested Gregory.

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Episode 6

Aired Feb 1, 2022

Gifted Program

Janine convinces Ava to start a gifted program at Abbott led by Jacob; Barbara pushes a hesitant Melissa to start dating again.

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Episode 7

Aired Feb 8, 2022

Art Teacher

Janine is thrilled when her best friend from college is hired as the art teacher; Jacob and Barbara decide to start a school garden.

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Episode 8

Aired Feb 15, 2022

Work Family

After Jacob reveals a detail about his personal life, Janine realizes she doesn't know the other teachers as well as she thought; Gregory's stern teaching approach is causing his whole class to underperform.

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Episode 9

Aired Feb 22, 2022

Step Class

Ava asks Janine to help her teach the after-school step class, but they don't agree on how to run the program; Gregory must reveal a secret when Barbara, Melissa and Jacob plan a pizza "eat-off."

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Episode 10

Aired Mar 22, 2022

Open House

Janine prepares to meet her struggling student's mother during open house, while the rest of the faculty uses the time to relax; Gregory is taken aback when he learns how Ava got the principal job; Barbara's daughter's visit creates a commotion.

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Episode 11

Aired Mar 29, 2022

Desking

When the students start participating in a new online trend that causes disruption to the school, the teachers band together to put an end to it; Mr. Johnson provides comforting life advice to Gregory; the teachers finally meet Jacob's boyfriend.

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Episode 12

Aired Apr 5, 2022

Ava vs. Superintendent

With the school board threatening to pull their funds, Janine and Gregory decide to help Ava out with her presentation; their plan is derailed when a curveball is thrown at Ava; Barbara offends Melissa when she doesn't agree with her blackmail idea.

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Episode 13

Aired Apr 12, 2022

Zoo Balloon

While on Abbott's annual zoo field trip, Tariq reveals that he has been offered a job in New York; Janine struggles with a big choice; Barbara starts questioning her future after finding out her favorite tuatara has been retired because of old age.

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