Abbott Elementary
Pilot
Season 1, Episode 1 · Aired 2021-12-07
Synopsis
Passionate teachers -- and a slightly tone-deaf principal -- are determined to help their students succeed.
Pilot desk note
From the desk: Abbott Elementary opens its catalog run with “Pilot” (2021-12-07). Network comedy renaissance signal. Quinta's multi-hyphenate rise and wholesome cast branding.
In the series
This episode is part of Abbott Elementary (2021–present) on ABC.
Mockumentary warmth in a public school — funny without cruelty.
Key cast
- Quinta Brunson as Janine Teagues
- Tyler James Williams as Gregory Eddie
- Janelle James as Ava Coleman
- Lisa Ann Walter as Melissa Schemmenti
- Chris Perfetti as Jacob Hill
- Sheryl Lee Ralph as Barbara Howard