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This is how the honor rolls.
In this workplace comedy, a group of dedicated, passionate teachers — and a slightly tone-deaf principal — are brought together in a Philadelphia public school where, despite the odds stacked against them, they are determined to help their students succeed in life. Though these incredible public servants may be outnumbered and underfunded, they love what they do — even if they don’t love the school district’s less-than-stellar attitude toward educating children.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
Abbott Elementary is available to stream on DirecTV On Demand, Disney+, HBO (Via Hulu), HBO Max, Hulu, YouTube TV, Fubo, and Spectrum On Demand in United States. You can also buy it from Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
In this workplace comedy, a group of dedicated, passionate teachers — and a slightly tone-deaf principal — are brought together in a Philadelphia public school where, despite the odds stacked against them, they are determined to help their students succeed in life. Though these incredible public servants may be outnumbered and underfunded, they love what they do — even if they don’t love the school district’s less-than-stellar attitude toward educating children.
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Episode 1
The neighboring construction site of a new golf course causes issues at Abbott, forcing the teachers to find creative solutions; an HR representative visits the school; following their kiss, Janine and Gregory's relationship status is revealed.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Quinta BrunsonGuest stars Nikea Gamby-Turner, Jerry Minor, Ben Onyx Dowdy, Matt Oberg, Zion Isaiah, Lariah Alexandria, Brandon Lee Browning, Lisa Schwartz
Episode 2
When it’s revealed that a student in Jacob’s class has ringworm, the faculty must band together to stop it from spreading through the entire school.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Brian RubensteinGuest stars Zack Fox, Raven Goodwin, Dax Rey, Jonigan Booth, April Betts, Neecole Cockerham, Marlon Daniel Cowart, Cassius Jones
Episode 3
Janine gets a budget for class pets, but Melissa is resistant to taking on the added work and responsibility for her room's guinea pig; an IT rep from the school district arrives to set up new computers.
Directed by Matt SohnWritten by Jordan TempleGuest stars Cree Summer, Matthew Law, Nahla Nichols, Myles Anderson, Herve Ambwa, Mosiah Chartock, Genesis Clarre, Adam Lee
Episode 4
It’s Halloween at Abbott Elementary! Janine and Gregory proudly show off their couple’s costume, but it fails to translate. Meanwhile, Barbara faces pushback from parents concerned about hygiene and her beloved apple-bobbing tradition.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Brittani NicholsGuest stars Lela Hoffmeister, Abraham Jason, Cree Summer, Jabria McCullum, Sharon Brathwaite, Pier Peters, Joshua Hoover, Mateo Johnson
Episode 5
Gregory forms a bond with one of his students, but the student’s dad becomes jealous of their relationship and seeks a confrontation. Melissa suffers a fall but avoids receiving medical attention for the injury.
Directed by Justin TanWritten by Ava ColemanGuest stars Orlando Jones, Zack Fox, Dillion Blake Allen, Adalgiza Chermont, Christopher Robert Scott, Langston Kerman, X Mayo, Seven John Singleton
Episode 6
When the neighborhood deli is forced to close to make room for a trendy smoothie place, Melissa, Barbara and Jacob team up to fight the gentrification. Meanwhile, the district asks Ava to give a presentation to fellow principals.
Directed by Patrick SchumackerWritten by Kate PetermanGuest stars Josh Segarra, Marvin L. Winans III, Pam Trotter, Matt Oberg, Dax Rey, Jabria McCullum, Tahir Moore, Raymond Ma
Episode 7
Despite a few setbacks, Barbara is determined to make Abbott Elementary’s first-ever holiday show a success. Meanwhile, Jacob’s brother arrives for his visit earlier than planned.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Justin TanGuest stars Zack Fox, George Sharperson, Zion Isaiah, Lariah Alexandria, Matthew Law, Keith David, Tyler Tomás Perez, Nimo Liré
Episode 8
Melissa hosts the Schemmenti family Christmas Eve dinner and goes to great lengths to make sure everything is perfect. Meanwhile, Janine and Gregory get an unexpected guest.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Joya McCroryGuest stars Lauren Weedman, Richard Brooks, Mike O'Malley, Tyler Tomás Perez, Talia Shire, Jeremy Luke, Ian Patrick Williams, Chad Coe
Episode 9
Ava announces the school district is sending a group of volunteers to help out at Abbott. However, when they arrive, things don’t go as planned.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Garrett WernerGuest stars Taylor Garron, Pam Trotter, Matt Oberg, Charlie Day, Glenn Howerton, Rob Mac, Kaitlin Olson, Danny DeVito
Episode 10
Janine must rethink her lesson plans after her class performs poorly on a practice test, while Jacob struggles to engage a disinterested student. The district sends a new custodian to train under Mr. Johnson.
Directed by Randall Keenan WinstonWritten by Morgan MurphyGuest stars Jerry Minor, JeCobi Swain, Zion Isaiah, Lariah Alexandria, Matthew Law, Christopher Daniel, Eric André, Logan Charles Carter
Episode 11
City buses have stopped running due to a strike, resulting in many students being absent from school. The teachers at Abbott try to find creative solutions and adapt to hybrid learning. Meanwhile, Gregory and O’Shon strike up a friendship.
Directed by Jennifer CelottaWritten by Riley DufurrenaGuest stars Mason Renfro, Dax Rey, Matthew Law, Pier Peters, Christopher Daniel, Gloria John, Tangie Ambrose, Crystal Lee
Episode 12
The Abbott Elementary students and staff are invited to a special grand opening preview of the Girard Creek Golf Club.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Chad MortonGuest stars Matt Oberg, Logan Charles Carter, Stephen Ellis, Paul Culos, Casey J. Adler, Carlos E. Campos, Alicia Vitarelli, Giovani Chambers
Episode 13
While supervising the kids making their science fair projects, the teachers' competitive sides come out.
Directed by Tyler James WilliamsWritten by Brian RubensteinGuest stars Lela Hoffmeister, Dillion Blake Allen, Jerry Minor, Abraham Jason, Pam Trotter, Jonigan Booth, Raymond Ma, Keith David
Episode 14
Ava and the Abbott teachers plan for the annual school district budget meeting. Janine and Gregory prepare for Valentine's Day as a couple
Directed by Richie EdelsonWritten by Rebekka PesqueiraGuest stars Shirley Jordan, Josh Segarra, Etta Hughes, Taylor Garron, Abraham Jason, Sabrina Wu, Tatyana Ali, Brandon Kyle Goodman
Episode 15
During Abbott's 100th day of school celebrations, Barbara receives a surprise from her daughter. Jacob and Mr. Johnson join forces to conduct a search party.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Lizzy DarrellGuest stars Iyana Halley, George Sharperson, Raven Goodwin, Abraham Jason, Pam Trotter, Matthew Law, Van Van, Vincent Kyrie Adams
Episode 16
A debate over a controversial book leads Ava to remove it from the library, but some parents push for its return.
Directed by Dime DavisWritten by Jordan TempleGuest stars Zack Fox, Bruno Amato, Raven Goodwin, Royce Lewis, Taylor Garron, Abraham Jason, Mike O'Malley, Cree Summer
Episode 17
When the teachers hit a karaoke bar for a night of fun, Jacob bumps into an old friend.
Directed by Matt PexaWritten by Brittani NicholsGuest stars Larry Owens, Benjamin Norris, Courtney Taylor, Matthew Law, Matteo Lane, Jaboukie Young-White, Chris Fleming, Katie Molinaro
Episode 18
Ava and the teachers must band together to hide the golf-course contraband.
Directed by Jay KarasWritten by Ava ColemanGuest stars Josh Segarra, Aayden William, George Sharperson, Dillion Blake Allen, Cree Summer, Tatyana Ali, Pam Trotter, Matt Oberg
Episode 19
Barbara and Gregory are in over their heads when they find themselves in new roles at Abbott Elementary.
Directed by Brittani NicholsWritten by Kate PetermanGuest stars Josh Segarra, Aayden William, Pam Trotter, Hero Hunter, Elijah Felder, Kapri Ladd, Tema Louise Sall, James Jay Alexander
Episode 20
The Abbott teachers turn their open house into a car wash to help raise money for the school.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Justin TanGuest stars Naté Jones, Dillion Blake Allen, Jerry Minor, Mike O'Malley, Cree Summer, Pam Trotter, Langston Kerman, Raymond Ma
Episode 21
Ava and the Abbott teachers go to the district to plead for Ava’s job back. Meanwhile, Gregory handles duties as interim principal.
Directed by Claire ScanlonWritten by Joya McCroryGuest stars Zack Fox, Jerry Minor, Raven Goodwin, June Diane Raphael, Tatyana Ali, Pam Trotter, Matt Oberg, Zion Isaiah
Episode 22
Abbott Elementary goes on a schoolwide field trip to the Please Touch Museum, which has some of the older kids skeptical.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Garrett Werner, Riley DufurrenaGuest stars Orlando Jones, Dax Rey, Matthew Law, Logan Charles Carter, Zinnia Nzolameso, Maximus Luca Winans, Heath Khan, Nola Epps
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Quinta BrunsonJanine Teagues
Tyler James WilliamsGregory Eddie
Sheryl Lee RalphBarbara Howard
Lisa Ann WalterMelissa Schemmenti
Chris PerfettiJacob Hill
Janelle JamesAva Coleman
William Stanford DavisMr. Johnson
Zack FoxTariq
ABCUnited States
Warner Bros. TelevisionUnited States
20th TelevisionUnited States
