Sorry,Abbott Elementaryfans — ABC won’t air a new episode of season 4 on Wednesday, November 27, but the wait for the next one won’t be very long.Quinta Brunson’s mockumentary sitcom, which follows the lives of a group of teachers at Willard R. Abbott Elementary School in Philadelphia, has been a hit (with critics and audiences alike) since its premiere in December 2021. Consequently, it’s understandable why there is such a demand for moreAbbott Elementaryepisodes, making the lack of one on November 27 frustrating. Thankfully,the nextAbbott Elementaryepisodes are just around the corner.
As of the writing of this article, ABC has yet to renewAbbott Elementaryfor a fifth season (although, it’s a very likely possibility).
So far,Abbott Elementaryseason 4 has been quite memorable, especially because it’s the first one where Janine and Gregory are an actual couple. Viewers have been waiting a long time for them to get together, which happened whenJanine and Gregory kissed at the end ofAbbott Elementaryseason 3. Elsewhere in season 4, the teachers have been dealing with the construction of a golf course nearby, Melissa has a new pet, Gregory almost got into a fight with one of his student’s fathers, and more. However,Abbott Elementaryseason 4 is just getting started as it will contain 22 episodes.
Why There Is No New Abbott Elementary Episode Tonight (June 16, 2025)
Abbott Elementary Season 4 Is On A Short Hiatus
As mentioned above, ABC will not debut the nextepisode ofAbbott Elementaryseason 4tonight, November 27. Episode 6, “The Deli,” premiered two weeks ago, on November 13, and since then, the mockumentary sitcom has been on a bit of a hiatus. Network TV shows often take breaks, especially around the holidays, so that production can catch up with the release schedule. Plus,many TV series take the week of Thanksgiving (Thursday, November 28) off,andAbbott Elementaryseason 4 is seemingly doing the same.
Abbott Elementary’s New Competition Is Now Airing On NBC & It Has A 88% Rotten Tomatoes Score
A new mockumentary sitcom has entered the stratosphere, and the freshman NBC TV series serves as Abbott Elementary’s direct competition.
Instead of a new episode ofAbbott Elementary,ABC is airingThe Untold Story of Mary Poppins: A Special Edition of 20/20on Wednesday, November 27, at 9 pm ET.The two-hour special will reveal “surprising insights and explores [Mary Poppins'] impact on pop culture and storytelling.“The Untold Story of Mary Poppins: A Special Edition of 20/20isn’t exactlythe perfect replacement forAbbott Elementary, but fans won’t have to wait long for new episodes of season 4.
When Will Abbott Elementary Season 4, Episode 7 Release?
The Wait For The Next Episode Is Short
Abbott Elementaryseason 4, episode 7, “Winter Show,” airs one week after November 27 — on Wednesday, December 4, at 8 pm ET on ABC. So, fans only have to wait seven days for more of Quinta Brunson’s mockumentary sitcom. The other good news isthatAbbottElementaryseason 4,episode 8, “Winter Break,” will premiere directly following episode 7.
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Viewers will get twice the amount ofAbbott Elementaryseason 4in one night. Episode 7, “Winter Show,” airs at 8 pm ET on Wednesday, December 4, while episode 8, “Winter Break,” drops at 8:30 pm ET. However, the bad news is thatthe two episodes serve asAbbott Elementaryseason 4’s fall finale,meaning the show is taking a break for the holidays. The comedy series will return with season 4, episode 9, one month later, on June 15, 2025.
What To Expect From Abbott Elementary Season 4, Episode 7
Episode 7 Is The First Part Of Abbott Elementary Season 4’s 2-Part Fall Finale
As the titles of episodes 7 and 8 (“Winter Show” and “Winter Break”) suggest, the two-partAbbott Elementaryseason 4 fall finale will be holiday-themed. Per episode 7’s synopsis, Barbara will take charge of the school’s first-ever holiday show, while Jacob’s brother visits. Meanwhile, in episode 8,Janine and Gregory spend their first Christmas together as a couple,and Melissa frets over hosting the Schemmenti family’s Christmas Eve dinner.
Talia Shire (ofThe GodfatherandRockyfame) guest stars as Melissa’s mom in episode 8 [ofAbbott Elementaryseason 4].
According toTV Insider’s first look at the two-part fall finale, Talia Shire (ofThe GodfatherandRockyfame) guest stars as Melissa’s mom in episode 8. Tyler Perez will also jointheAbbott Elementaryseason 4 castas Jacob’s brother, andRichard Brooks will return as Gerald.So, the final episodes ofAbbottElementaryin 2024 are seemingly going all out to end the year with a bang.
Abbott Elementary
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Abbott Elementary is a mockumentary comedy series centered around a group of dedicated teachers at a struggling public school in Philadelphia. The show highlights their efforts to overcome bureaucratic challenges and underfunding, while showcasing their commitment to making a positive impact on their students' lives.
