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William Stanford Davis wants his Abbott Elementary character Mr. Johnson to feel familiar.

Maybe not all of us had a conspiracy-prone school custodian who may offer some surprisingly sage advice in one breath and try to scam you out of $20 in the next. But, we do all know a person who doesn’t quite fit any of the molds society has created for us. That eccentric person who seems to have lived a thousand lives before they came into ours. That, Davis says, is who he hopes Mr. Johnson evokes in between his hilarious one-liners.

“I try to make him an honest, 100% human being. He just has a few quirky ways,” the actor told Deadline during a sit-down conversation at San Diego Comic-Con.

Davis was joined at the convention by much of his fellow Abbott Elementary cast and crew, including creator and star Quinta Brunson as well as Tyler James Williams,...

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HBO Max is ready with an entertainment-packed August this year. The upcoming month will see the return of some of the popular superhero series, Peacemaker, as well as the streaming release of the brilliant and bloody film, Final Destination: Bloodlines. Just like every month, HBO Max is ready to overload you with great content. So, we’re here to tell you about the six new movies and TV shows coming to HBO Max in August 2025.

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Final Destination: Bloodlines is a supernatural horror film co-directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein from a screenplay co-written by Guy Busick and Lori Evans Taylor. The 2025 film is the sixth entry into the Final Destination film franchise, and it follows Stefani Reyes, a college student who discovers that her grandmother saved the lives of several...

Finally, we got the sequel we’ve all been waiting for. No, I’m not talking about 28 Years Later, where zombies hang more dong than Thunder Gun. And I’m not talking about Jurassic World, which utterly ignores all known bird law. I’m referring to the second part of the crossover between It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia and Abbott Elementary, which kicked off Always Sunny’s 17th season last night on FX.

The episode shed more light on Dee’s rivalry with Janine over Gregory and covered more of Charlie’s journey towards literacy. It also revealed the truth behind the event’s best pairing: Frank Reynolds and Mr. Johnson. While Mr. Johnson thought Frank was helping him catch a raccoon, it turns out Frank was on the raccoon’s side all along.

When William Stanford Davis, who plays the mysterious and storied janitor Mr. Johnson on Abbott Elementary,...

The second Abbott Elementary and It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia crossover episode is almost here! It was so fun and iconic to see the gang volunteering at the school in the ABC comedy's season 4 episode 9, "Volunteers." Now, it's time for the much more mature sitcom to show their side of events, and I'm sure things are about to get raunchy. So how and when can you tune in?

The next Abbott Elementary and It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia crossover episode premieres Wednesday, July 9, 2025 starting at 9 p.m. Et on Fxx. The installment serves as the season 17 premiere of the comedy.

The network is available on basic cable packages, as well as YouTube TV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV. So there's many options to watch it live. Here's a breakdown of the release times based on time zone:

East Coast: 9 p.m. ETWest Coast: 6 p.m. PTMidwest: 8 p.m. CTMountain: 7 p.

It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia has been running 17 seasons strong when the new installment premieres very soon Wednesday, July 9, 2025 on FX! Since 2005, the raunchy and unruly gang has been making us laugh, and it seems like there's no stopping them even after all this time. However a few years back, one of the stars almost quit, believing the show had reached its peak.

I can't believe that on Aug. 4, Sunny will have reached its 20-year milestone. It's definitely no easy feat for any show. It's become the longest-running live-action American comedy of all time, which is amazing! Even so, 17 seasons and 20 years is a lot. During the series' two-decade celebrations at a panel, the cast, including Glenn Howerton were there. And that's when he expressed his worry about the series during seasons 12 and 13. Here's what he had to say, per Entertainment Weekly:

"I was worried that maybe, we had sort of peaked or something,...

Abbott Elementary has been one of the most successful network sitcoms of recent years. The show's creator and star, however, is already looking forward to graduation. In a recent interview with Bustle, Quinta Brunson talked about the show's inevitable conclusion and her interest in moving on to new projects. It won't happen any time soon, though: Abbott Elementary has been renewed for a fifth season, which will premiere in the fall.

Brunson is effusive about the show's success with critics and audiences, which has kept the show on the air for five years: "We are so fortunate and blessed to be on a network TV show for five seasons, and for people to still be fans." However, she's looking for projects that will let her escape her Abbott character, perky second-grade teacher Janine Teagues: "I’m always interested in playing against type. I think that’s any actor’s dream.

“Abbott Elementary” star, showrunner and creator Quinta Brunson is looking forward to her next big project.

During a recent interview with Bustle, the Emmy-winner explained that she is “looking forward to moving away” from her role as elementary school teacher Janine Teagues. She added that she knows several cast members who would also “love” to expand to other roles.

“We are so fortunate and blessed to be on a network TV show for five seasons, and for people to still be fans,” Brunson explained. “That being said, I have cast members who would love to pursue other projects, and our show is very time-consuming. We shoot about seven months out of the year. That can stop people from being able to do a lot of other things.”

Brunson said that she is currently parsing through scripts to see what might come next, but is still waiting for the perfect TV...

With Abbott Elementary going back to school for a fifth season, creator, showrunner and star Quinta Brunson has graduation on her mind.

The Golden Globe winner recently admitted she’s “looking forward to moving away” from roles like that of second-grade teacher Janine Teagues as she also considers how “very time-consuming” the series is for her cast to continue committing.

“We are so fortunate and blessed to be on a network TV show for five seasons, and for people to still be fans,” she told Bustle. “That being said, I have cast members who would love to pursue other projects, and our show is very time-consuming. We shoot about seven months out of the year. That can stop people from being able to do a lot of other things.”

The 3x Emmy-winning series also stars Tyler James Williams, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Lisa Ann Walter, Janelle James, Chris Perfetti and William Stanford Davis.

Even great things have to end at some point. Such is the circle of life, and fans of Abbott Elementarymight feel that sting soon. The sitcom returns for Season 5 this fall, and series creator and star, Quinta Brunson, is already mauling over when the show could come to a close. The show premiered in 2021 and follows a group of the titular Philadelphia public school teachers as they engage with their students, trying to help them succeed. Season 4 saw Willard R. Abbott Elementary School bid farewell to some of its favorite students, which suggests the upcoming season will be coming with a freshness to it. So, when might we say goodbye to knowledge acquisition?

Abbott Elementary has been incredibly successful throughout its run so far, winning four Emmys along the way. Central to the series' theme is Brunson's character, Janine Teagues, who seeks to make an impact on the lives of her students.

What does it take to get your career started in entertainment? Beyond the traditional elements of talent, grit, and charm, a huge part of what makes or breaks people is timing. Before landing his star-turning role as Mr. Johnson in “Abbott Elementary,” actor William Stanford Davis spent over 40 years in Los Angeles keeping himself ready for his shot, even at a moment’s notice.

“You can’t come to Los Angeles claiming that you want to be an actor and live in places like Rancho Cucamonga or Palm Springs or up in beautiful Santa Barbara,” he said on the most recent episode of “What No One Tells You.” “You got to be able to be available.”

Davis shared that more than a bad audition, not being able to show up when casting needs you “can cost you not only a job, but possibly your career.” Though self-tapes have expanded the...

When you’re just starting out as an actor, wrestling with reservations about taking on a particular role, especially when it could pay a few bills or even your rent, poses a challenge.

Then again, actors who go the distance tend to work with intention instead of throwing themselves at anything and everything. In the latest episode of “What No One Tells You,” William Stanford Davis (aka Mr. Johnson on “Abbott Elementary”) told IndieWire’s Future of Filmmaking that while “people are afraid to say no,” that one word is key to setting yourself apart.

“They think that saying no means that you’re not gonna get a job,” said Davis, “or that some type of bad spell is gonna be put on you because you said the word ‘no.’ The word ‘no’ is one of the most important things you can say in this business.”

Davis cited a test...

Abbott Elementary Season 4 has received straight A's from TV critics, earning a 100 percent on Rotten Tomatoes. But will that perfect score translate to the 2025 Emmys?

To date, ABC's school-set mockumentary has been nominated for 24 Emmys and won four: Best Comedy Actress for Quinta Brunson as Janine Teagues (2023), Best Comedy Supporting Actress for Sheryl Lee Ralph as Barbara Howard (2022), Best Comedy Writing for Brunson for the pilot (2022), and Best Comedy Casting (2022). It's still waiting on that coveted victory for Best Comedy Series, for which it has been nominated for each of its first three seasons. Let's take a look at Abbott's strongest Emmy chances for Season 4, category by category.

Best Comedy Series

As usual, there will be eight slots for this series race, and Abbott Elementary is sitting pretty in fifth place. The fact that Abbott is one of the funniest shows in contention should work in its benefit, especially...

The gang's all here, and the doors to Paddy's Pub are open once more with the trailer for Season 17 of FX's long-running comedy series, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. For their next round of adventures, they're shooting for the stars too, with not just one but two crossovers and a quest to become much more than their "niche" label. In addition to re-establishing their core values, they'll be returning to the halls of Abbott Elementary and sending Frank (Danny DeVito) to join the latest season of The Golden Bachelor to find a "grade-a, prime-cut piece of a--... to love." It'll be pure chaos with infighting, grifting, and law-breaking aplenty as they try to pad their pockets. They'll make their big return, starting with their community service stint at Willard R. Abbott Elementary School on July 9.

The trailer immediately opens with some crossover action as Frank steps in to find...

The fourth season of Abbott Elementaryended on an explosive yet upbeat note. Toward Season 4's end, Principal Ava Coleman (Janelle James) was let go from her job. At the same time, the teachers and staff of Willard R. Abbott Elementary School had to say goodbye to some students whom they'd grown fond of. This means that Season 5 of the ABC sitcom will begin on somewhat of a clean slate as we delve into new characters and new stories for familiar faces. Looking ahead to the new season, series star Chris Perfetti, who plays Jacob Hill, offered an exciting production update.

Abbott Elementary was created by Quinta Brunson, who also stars in the series as Janine. After meeting with Brunson, Perfetti reveals that the four-time Emmy-winning series is about a month away from starting production on the fifth season. The star also goes on to sound an optimistic note to ScreenRant...

Abbott Elementary season 5 gets an exciting update from star Chris Perfetti. After a truly game-changing twist near the end of Abbott Elementary season 4, in which Principal Ava Coleman (Janelle James) was let go from her job, the hit ABC sitcom concluded its fourth installment on a much more upbeat note. Although the teachers and staff of Willard R. Abbott Elementary School had to say goodbye to some students whom they've grown especially fond of, there was also excitement in seeing those students move on to the next chapter in their lives.

In an interview with ScreenRant's Rachel Foertsch, Perfetti was asked about when Abbott Elementary season 5 might start production. The actor, who plays Jacob Hill in the four-time Emmy-winning series, notes that the show is about a month away from starting. In the quote below, Perfetti also strikes an optimistic note about what to expect from season 5 after seeing...

William Stanford Davis is "just surprised at how far they'll go sometimes" as you are when it comes to the unexpected details of his Abbott Elementary character Mr. Johnson’s life that the writers feature in every script. In Season 4, for example, Mr. Johnson showed up to school dressed as "Emo Jimmy Butler" for Halloween and busted out singing the Oscar-winning "It’s Hard Out Here for a Pimp" at faculty karaoke night.

"What I really love about him is his mystery. You don’t know what he’s going to do next, and you don’t know what his experiences are," Davis tells Gold Derby.

Four seasons into Abbott Elementary, Davis has plenty of thoughts as to why Mr. Johnson continues to love his job as the reliable — and reliably unpredictable — janitor. "He keeps the school spick and span. I went to a school that was like that, and...

Who doesn’t love a good crossover? Some of audiences very favorite episodes are the ones where characters from an entirely different show pop up, like when two “ER” doctors showed up on “Friends,” when Sam and Dean got sucked into an episode of “Scooby-Doo,” or, most recently, when “9-1-1” LAPD sergeant Athena Grant took an unplanned cruise aboard the Odyssey.

Most of the time, these special episodes happen because they are on the same network, or are from the same producer, but sometimes they just happen because they are entertaining as hell … or the show’s creators are big fans of each other, as was the case with Quinta Brunson of “Abbott Elementary” and Rob McElhenney of “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.”

Here are some of our favorite TV crossovers:

Suzanne Pleshette and Bob Newhart in the series finale of “Newhart” in 1990 (Credit: Gale M. Adler CBS) “Newhart” and...

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St. Denis Medical is a mockumentary-style medical workplace comedy series created by Eric Ledgin and Justin Spitzer. The NBC series is set on the premises of St. Denis Medical Center in Oregon, and it follows Alex, the Supervising Nurse in the emergency department, as she struggles with her extremely demanding job and eccentric co-workers. St. Denis Medical stars Wendi McLendon-Covey, Allison Tolman, Josh Lawson, Kahyun Kim, Mekki Leeper, David Alan Grier, and Kaliko Kauahi. So, if you loved the workplace setting, hilarious comedy, and entertaining characters in St. Denis Medical, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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Abbott Elementary is a mockumentary-style workplace comedy series created by Quinta Brunson. The ABC series is set on the premises of the underfunded Abbott Elementary school in West Philadelphia. It follows a group of...

The inaugural Newport Beach TV Fest, presented by the Newport Beach Film Festival, has added multiple honorees to its lineup.

The four-day celebration, set for June 5-8, will honor Ralph Macchio with the Artist of Distinction Award, Dan Fogelman with the Showrunner of the Year Award, the cast of “Abbott Elementary” with the Outstanding Comedy Ensemble Award, and the cast of “Yellowjackets” with the Outstanding Drama Ensemble Award.

“Our first annual Newport Beach TV Fest brings a recognition of world-class television, storytelling and talent to our community for the first time,” said Gregg Schwenk, CEO and executive director of the Newport Beach TV Fest. “To launch this event with the casts from ‘Abbott Elementary’ and ‘Yellowjackets,’ along with individual luminaries like Dan Fogelman and Ralph Macchio, is truly remarkable. These represent the pinnacle of television excellence, and we’re thrilled to present such creativity and innovation in Newport Beach, setting...

The roof is about to be on fire over at Abbott Elementary thanks to some terrible volunteer work. Unfortunately, that’s just what you get when the gang from It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia steps in to help their community. In a sneak peek of the upcoming episode, the second half of the Abbott Elementary and It’s Always Sunny crossover plays out, offering a closer look at what the latter’s Mac (Rob McElhenney), Charlie (Charlie Day), Dennis (Glenn Howerton), and Frank (Danny DeVito) were up to during their volunteer hours. The teaser reveals the latter three hard at work holding auditions to assemble Philly’s latest boy band, while Mac and Frank can also be seen taking a flamethrower to a set of bleachers and arguing over the building’s flammability.

Missing in action during the latest sneak peek is Kaitlin Olson’s Sweet Dee, who spent most of...

Earlier this year, the worlds of Abbott Elementary and It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia collided in the first half of a Philly-set crossover. The first half took place at the ABC home of Abbott, meaning the Paddy's Pub gang had their usual R-rated antics toned down. However, with the second half taking place on FX's Always Sunny, get ready to see a whole new side of Abbott's teachers. Abbott Elementary creator and star Quinta Brunson discussed the other side of the crossover in a recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live.

After a conversation with host Jimmy Kimmel that ranged from Brunson's encounter with Jill Biden at the Super Bowl and her experience at Saturday Night Live's 50th anniversary special, conversation turned to the crossover. Brunson described the Always Sunny half of the crossover as "way more raunchy than ours." She added, "It was fun! It was fun seeing what Janine,...

Spoiler Alert: This article contains major spoilers from the Season 4 finale of “Abbott Elementary,” which aired Wednesday on ABC and streams Thursday on Hulu.

While “Abbott Elementary’s” Janine (show creator and star Quinta Brunson) and Gregory (Tyler James Williams) are going strong in their relationship, that doesn’t mean that impersonating each other in one humorous sequence during the Season 4 finale came easily for the actors who play them.

The episode, titled “Please Touch Museum,” follows Abbott’s teachers and students on a field trip to the hands-on Philadelphia museum, which is “for babies,” according to the school’s sullen eighth graders. To cheer the preteens up, the museum guide suggests they write a play about their time at “Abbott” — one that roasts their teachers. To make matters funnier, the students cast their teachers to play one another.

“I found it difficult, actually, to do Janine because there’s...

Sheryl Lee Ralph is being honored!

The 68-year-old Emmy-winning actress was was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday (April 16) in Los Angeles.

Stepping out support Sheryl at the ceremony were her Abbott Elementary co-stars Quinta Brunson, Tyler James Williams, Janelle James, Chris Perfetti, Lisa Ann Walter, and William Stanford Davis.

Keep reading to find out more…Loretta Devine, who starred with Sheryl in Dreamgirls on Broadway, along with Jenifer Lewis, Victoria Rowell, and Brandee Evans were also at the big event.

Sheryl also had the support of her husband Vincent Hughes along with her kids Ivy-Victoria and Etienne.

“There are so many people in the audience that means so much to me,” Sheryl shared during the ceremony, according to Essence. “I can still feel the determined spirit of that little girl who dared to dream big. Growing up, I felt my big dreams had to be whispered,...

Emmy season is in full swing, and on Tuesday night, the cast and creatives behind Quinta Brunson’s “Abbott Elementary” assembled to discuss their critically acclaimed hit series at the prestigious Academy Museum. After screening episode 21, “Rally,” the mostly Television Academy members in the audience were given an early viewing of the season four finale, “Please Touch Museum,” which saw the cast head to Philadelphia for some rare, on-site filming.

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The Q&a after featured creator and star Brunson, who plays second-grade teacher Janine; Tyler James Williams, better known as first-grade teacher Gregory; Lisa Anne Walter, who portrays South Philly’s own second-grade teacher Melissa; Emmy-winner and industry legend Sheryl Lee Ralph, who is the one and only god-featuring kindergarten mother Barbara; Chris Perfetti, the now eighth grade teacher who reps the LGBTQ+ community...

On Wednesday April 16 2025, ABC broadcasts an episode of the series Abbott Elementary!

Please Touch Museum Season 4 Episode 22 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Abbott Elementary,” titled “Please Touch Museum,” promises to be an exciting adventure for both the students and teachers. In this episode, the entire school goes on a field trip to the Please Touch Museum. This museum, known for its interactive exhibits, aims to engage young minds in a fun and educational way.

As the field trip approaches, some of the older kids express their skepticism about the museum. They question whether a place designed for younger children can offer anything interesting for them. This creates a backdrop for the teachers to encourage the students to keep an open mind and embrace the experience. The episode will likely explore themes of curiosity and the importance of learning through play.

Viewers can expect to see the familiar dynamics between...

The season finale of Abbott Elementary is upon us, as the students embark on their annual field trip. This time, they are on their way to Please Touch Museum after plans to visit the aquarium fell through. As the finale draws near, TV Insider has the first look images ahead of the season finale, which images of the students and Janine (Quinta Brunson), Gregory (Tyler James Williams), Jacob (Chris Perfetti), Barbara (Sheryl Lee Ralph), Melissa (Lisa Ann Walter), Ava (Janelle James), and Mr. Johnson (William Stanford Davis).

The museum is different for the students, as the museum promotes learning through play. As it is a real venue in Philadelphia, the cast of Abbott Elementary shot the episode on location. The first-look images reveal photos of Ava back at her principal desk after having her role reinstated and Janine, Barbara, Melissa, and Jacob with their students following their suspension for accepting bribes.

Apple TV+’s Mythic Quest has come to an end. The streamer has opted not to renew the gaming workplace comedy series for a fifth season. The decision comes days after the Season 4 finale dropped March 26.

Since it had not been conceived as a series finale, the Season 4 finale will now get a new ending to give fans closure. The updated episode will be made available next week.

“Endings are hard. But after four incredible seasons, Mythic Quest is coming to a close. We’re so proud of the show and the world we got to build — and deeply grateful to every cast and crew member who poured their heart into it,” series creators/executive producers Megan Ganz, David Hornsby and Rob McElhenney said in a statement Friday. “To all our fans, thank you for playing with us. To our partners at Apple, thank you for believing in the vision from the very beginning.

On Wednesday April 9 2025, ABC broadcasts an episode of the series Abbott Elementary!

Rally Season 4 Episode 21 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Abbott Elementary,” titled “Rally,” promises to bring more heartfelt moments and laughter to the screen. This episode continues to follow the dedicated teachers at Abbott Elementary as they strive to make a difference in the lives of their students. Despite facing challenges like being outnumbered and underfunded, these passionate educators never lose sight of their mission.

In “Rally,” the teachers come together to organize a special event aimed at boosting school spirit and community involvement. The episode explores the lengths the staff will go to in order to inspire their students and create a positive environment. Audiences can expect to see familiar faces working together, showcasing their unique strengths and quirks.

As the teachers navigate obstacles and unexpected setbacks, the bond among them grows stronger. This episode highlights the...

Creator Quinta Brunson is decorated with plenty of Hollywood accolades for populating her “Abbott Elementary” with memorable and hilarious three-dimensional characters. But sitting with Amy Poehler on her new “Good Hang” podcast, the Emmy winner shared that her own Janine Teagues was met with criticism from Black women because she was not perfectly put together. She remembered it feeling like Janine was expected to be representative of all Black women.

“I’ll be real with you: She’s a Black character … Black audiences have so few representative characters on screen, and Black womanhood alone is so touchy,” Brunson shared. “So when a lot of women were seeing Janine not present as they wanted her to, that became tough — and I understand it.”

She said that her aim is to create character where “the show doesn’t care what the audience thinks,” but that “that was a challenge with Janine.”

Brunson...

Abbott Elementary is submitting the Gang at the Emmys — but not all.

It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia stars Kaitlin Olson, Charlie Day, and Rob McElhenney, who guest-starred in an Abbott-Sunny crossover in January, are among ABC comedy's guest acting submissions. Conspicuously absent are Danny DeVito and Glenn Howerton, who appeared in the episode as well. Howerton, however, only made a brief cameo (due to scheduling conflicts with Netflix's Sirens) and does not meet the 5 percent screen time rule for guest submissions.

Abbott's other guest actress entrant is Talia Shire, who plays Melissa's (Lisa Ann Walter) mom, Teresa Schemmenti. Keith David, who plays Frank, Ava's (Janelle James) estranged father, and Gregory's (Tyler James Williams) barber, is the other guest actor submission.

These are just the network/studio's submissions; anyone can personally submit themselves, so there's still a chance DeVito and other guest stars appear on the ballot.

See...

“Abbott Elementary” is set to deliver another heartwarming and hilarious episode with Season 4, Episode 22, titled “Please Touch Museum.” This episode is scheduled to air on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 8:30 Pm on ABC. The excitement of a schoolwide field trip is in the air, but not everyone is thrilled about the destination.

The episode centers around the teachers and students of Abbott Elementary as they embark on a trip to the Please Touch Museum. While the younger kids are bubbling with anticipation, some of the older students are less enthusiastic. Their skepticism about the museum’s appeal sets the stage for comedic moments and heartfelt interactions. The teachers will have their hands full trying to convince the older kids that the museum is not just for little ones.

Viewers can expect a mix of laughter and touching scenes as the characters navigate the challenges of the day. The dynamic between the teachers and students will shine,...

On Wednesday April 2 2025, ABC broadcasts an episode of the series Abbott Elementary!

Ava Fest: Tokyo Drift Season 4 Episode 20 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Abbott Elementary,” titled “Ava Fest: Tokyo Drift,” promises to bring a fun and entertaining twist to the school’s open house. In this episode, the teachers at Abbott Elementary get creative as they turn the open house into a car wash. The goal is to raise much-needed funds for the school, and the teachers are ready to roll up their sleeves and get to work.

As the teachers prepare for the event, they face various challenges that highlight their unique personalities and teamwork. Ava, the principal, is sure to bring her signature flair and humor to the situation, pushing the teachers to think outside the box. The episode is likely to showcase the camaraderie among the staff, as they navigate the ups and downs of running...

The excitement builds as “Abbott Elementary” returns for Season 4, Episode 21, titled “Rally.” This beloved comedy series continues to shine a light on the challenges and triumphs of dedicated teachers working in an underfunded school. The episode is set to air on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at 8:30 Pm on ABC, and fans are eager to see what the passionate staff at Abbott Elementary will tackle next.

In “Rally,” the teachers come together to organize a special event aimed at boosting school spirit and community involvement. With the usual mix of humor and heartfelt moments, this episode promises to showcase the lengths that educators will go to inspire their students. The characters, each with their unique quirks and strengths, will find themselves facing unexpected obstacles that test their resolve and creativity.

As the story unfolds, viewers can expect plenty of laughs, touching interactions, and perhaps a few surprises along the way. The camaraderie...

The first installment of the Abbott Elementary and It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia crossover event may have brought us a semi-literate Charlie Kelly, a piss-soaked Frank Reynolds and a one-legged love triangle between Janine Teagues, Gregory Eddie and a delusional Dee Reynolds, but the worst is still yet to come, according to William Stanford Davis.

Davis, who plays custodian Mr. Johnson on the beloved ABC sitcom, recently teased what fans can expect on the Sunny side of the series’ collaboration, revealing that the FX(X) take on the crossover is a whole lot less family-friendly than January’s “Volunteers.”

“You got saints and sinners everywhere,” Davis explained during a recent sitdown with Collider.

Taking care to note that “Abbott is the saint part of it,” Davis remained largely tight-lipped on the specifics of the episode. “I’d get in trouble,” he joked.

Even so, he still managed to drop...

Linda Lavin’s final role on television will be in “Mid-Century Modern” this Friday, so her co-stars and the sitcom creators made sure to honor the late star at their Hulu premiere on Tuesday.

“Linda Lavin was the most joyous, gracious, amazing person that you’d ever want to meet. She worked from the age of 5 to 87 and went out blazing like the star she was,” Nathan Lee Graham told TheWrap. “She truly was a pro at everything. This woman did everything: she could play the piano; she could sing; she could act, comedy, drama equally as well. She was a light. I call her the spiritual showrunner of our show. She’s the glue, she keeps us going. She’s the puppetmaster, she’s doing all of this tonight. So, she’s here.”

The Tony Award winner and Emmy-nominated actress died in December at age 87 from complications of lung cancer before Season 1 had wrapped.

Matt Bomer, Nathan Lane and Nathan Lee Graham are celebrating their new TV show, Mid-Century Modern!

The three co-stars were in attendance at the Los Angeles premiere of Hulu‘s new series at DGA Theater Complex on Tuesday (March 25) in Los Angeles.

In the comedy series, three gay men of a certain age decide to live together in Palm Springs, where the wealthiest of the three lives with his mother.

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The show also marks the final TV role from Linda Lavin, who plays Sybil Schneiderman, the mother of Nathan Lane‘s character Bunny.

Attendees at the event included Andrew Rannells, Billie Lourd, Caroline Rhea,

Charlie Carver, Cheri Oteri, Cheyenne Jackson and husband Jason Landau, and Dana Walden.

Daniel Franzese, David Kohan, James Burrows, Jaymes Mansfield, Kate Flannery, Liv Hewson, Marsha Thomason, Max Greenfield, Max Mutchnick, Richard Kind, Tess Sanchez, and William Stanford Davis were...

I’m not the first to note that entertainment studios’ terror of gambling and losing on original stories has made it so that nearly every project that makes it in front of our eyes — including literally all 10 of last year’s biggest movies — belongs to a franchise. We all know the big ones, but this goes beyond the MCU, the Dceu, Star Wars, Star Trek and the Disney princesses: We’re now living in a world where The Big Bang Theory is about to launch its third spin-off. Even shows on AppleTV+ — a platform that, famously, no one watches, and that we just learned is losing its parent company more than $1 billion a year — are becoming franchises: as Mythic Quest spins off the anthology show Side Quest, I think we can officially say franchise fever has gone too far.

Since it’s extremely likely that this is the first time you’re hearing about it,...

If there’s one thing Apple TV+’s Mythic Quest loves, it’s a detour. This has been true since the very first season, which paused midway through for a one-off about two characters we hadn’t met before and haven’t seen since. It’s remained so through subsequent seasons that devoted entire episodes to detailing the backstories of members from the core ensemble, or catching up with a minor character we hadn’t seen in years.

Now it extends all the way to the series’ first spinoff, Side Quest. As the cute title might suggest, this is essentially a Mythic Quest that’s nothing but those standalone chapters — that steps well outside Mq HQ to explore the other corners of the show’s universe, one quirky tale at a time. But as it turns out, a detour’s only a detour when there’s a set path to be deviating from.

Earlier this year, worlds collided when the stars of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia dropped into Willard R. Abbott Elementary School. This summer, it'll be Abbott Elementary's turn to invade Paddy's Pub. Abbott's William Stanford Davis recently spoke to Collider's Joe Schmidt about the upcoming crossover's conclusion. Davis teased the upcoming second half of the crossover, which will be harder-edged thanks to the R-rated nature of Always Sunny:

"You've already seen the Abbott [Elementary] portion of it, [but not] the Always Sunny portion. But you know, you got saints and sinners everywhere. And Abbott is the saint part of it, because I can't tell you what these guys are going to be doing, but it's pretty crazy, and I'd get in trouble. I was told specifically, do not talk about that It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia part of the crossover."

He was able to share his fond memories of working...

In all its ups and downs, Mythic Quest always stays true to its core conceit: a workplace comedy about a video game company, and all the interpersonal baggage that accompanies the creatives tasked with building said games. Side Quest, which Apple TV+ announced as its new spinoff, features a similar, if not identical premise, this time focusing on the plights of the lower-level and developmental employees.

Both the Mythic Quest season 4 finale and the Side Quest premiere will be streaming on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. The new series serves as an expansion of the established universe, per a press release. It will focus on the lives of employees, players and fans who are impacted by the game in an anthology format. All four episodes will be released that day for a binge-watch!

What is Side Quest about?

The trailer features the former-head of the art department, Phil a long-suffering design director who...

The excitement builds for the upcoming episode of “Abbott Elementary,” titled “Music Class,” which is set to air on March 26, 2025, at 8:30 Pm on ABC. In this new episode, Barbara and Gregory step into unexpected roles that promise to bring plenty of laughs and heartwarming moments. As the school year progresses, the challenges of teaching push them to adapt in ways they never imagined.

Barbara, known for her wisdom and experience, finds herself navigating uncharted territory. Gregory, often the voice of reason, will have to step outside his comfort zone as well. Together, they’ll face the chaos that comes with trying to lead a music class, a subject that is far from their usual expertise. The episode is likely to showcase their comedic struggles as they try to engage the students in a way that is both fun and educational.

Fans can look forward to the usual charm and...

On Wednesday March 19 2025, ABC broadcasts an episode of the series Abbott Elementary!

Audit Season 4 Episode 18 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Abbott Elementary,” titled “Audit,” promises to deliver the usual mix of humor and heart that fans have come to love. Set to air on ABC, this episode centers around Ava and the teachers as they face a unique challenge. The stakes are high as they must work together to hide some unexpected contraband that has made its way into their school.

In this episode, the teachers find themselves in a tricky situation when they discover that golf-course items have somehow ended up in their possession. With an audit looming, the pressure is on for Ava and her team to keep these items under wraps. The episode is likely to showcase the teachers’ creativity and teamwork as they come up with various plans to conceal the contraband.

As the story unfolds,...

The excitement around “Abbott Elementary” continues with Season 4 Episode 18, titled “Audit.” This episode promises to bring plenty of laughs and a bit of chaos as Ava and the teachers find themselves in a tricky situation. With the episode airing on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 8:30 Pm on ABC, fans can expect another delightful half-hour of comedy.

In “Audit,” the stakes are higher than ever as Ava and the dedicated teachers must work together to keep a secret under wraps. The mention of “golf-course contraband” hints at a hilarious plot filled with unexpected twists. The teachers, known for their quirky personalities and strong bonds, will need to use their creativity and teamwork to navigate this unusual challenge.

As the episode unfolds, viewers will likely see the usual antics and heartwarming moments that have made “Abbott Elementary” a favorite. The chemistry among the characters always brings a unique charm to the show, and...

The excitement is building for the upcoming episode of “Abbott Elementary,” titled “Karaoke.” This episode, airing on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 7:30 Pm on ABC, promises a night filled with laughter and unexpected reunions. The teachers are ready to let loose at a karaoke bar, taking a much-needed break from the challenges of school life.

As the teachers gather for a night of fun, viewers can expect plenty of hilarious moments and heartfelt performances. Singing their hearts out, the characters will showcase their unique personalities, bringing a mix of humor and charm to the stage. The karaoke bar setting will provide a fresh backdrop for the beloved cast, allowing them to shine in a different light.

Jacob’s encounter with an old friend adds an intriguing twist to the night. This reunion is sure to bring back memories and possibly some surprises, adding depth to the episode. Fans of the show...

The Elton John AIDS Foundation brought together over 100 celebs to celebrate the Oscars and raise money for an important cause!

Camila Cabello, Megan Thee Stallion, Neil Patrick Harris, Heidi Klum, and Sophia Bush were among the many stars who stepped out for the 2025 Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscars Viewing Party on Sunday (March 2) at West Hollywood Park in Los Angeles.

The annual event supports the foundation’s critical efforts in reaching marginalized communities who are affected by HIV/AIDS.

Elton John and Chappell Roan performed together to entertain the crowd. They dueted on his song “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me” and her song “Pink Pony Club.”

Head inside to see all of the celebs who stepped out for the Oscars viewing party…

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Neil Patrick Harris and husband David Burtka

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Apple TV+ has released a new trailer and preview images for Side Quest, the new Mythic Quest expansion series. It will make its debut on the streamer later this month.

The new anthology series comes from the same team behind the beloved and critically acclaimed Mythic Quest, and will expand the franchise's universe and lore. All four episodes of Side Quest will debut alongside the season four finale of Mythic Quest on Wednesday, March 26 on Apple TV+. Side Quest will explore the lives of employees, players and fans who are impacted by the game in an anthology format.

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The series stars Rob McElhenney, Anna Konkle, Derek Waters, William Stanford Davis, Bria Samoné Henderson, Rome Flynn, Leonard Robinson, Gary Kraus, Annamarie Kasper, Esai Morales, Shalita Grant...

“Side Quest” is a new live-action, ‘expansion’ TV series, spinning-off from the comedy show “Mythic Quest”, starring Rob McElhenney, Anna Konkle, Derek Waters, William Stanford Davis, Bria Samoné Henderson, Rome Flynn, Leonard Robinson, Gary Kraus, Annamarie Kasper, Esai Morales and Shalita Grant, streaming March 26, 2025 on AppleTV+:

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Photo Credit Apple TV+ The amazing workplace comedy Mythic Quest has delivered good news to its fans. The trailer for Side Quest, Apple TV+’s new anthology series exploring the popular video game’s universe through diverse characters and their lives has been released. The creative team from Mythic Quest brings its signature sharp wit and relatable characters to Side Quest which will deliver the insightful storytelling that made its predecessor both critical and audience acclaimed. Side Quest goes beyond the development team narrative to investigate how employees, players and fans connect through their shared experience with the virtual world of Mythic Quest. The anthology structure enables a dynamic storytelling method where every one of the four episodes delivers its own distinct viewpoint and tale. The series presents Mythic Quest returning actors together with numerous fresh faces while investigating how the game influences their characters’ lives. The cast features Rob McElhenney...

Today, Apple TV+ unveiled the trailer for the all-new anthology series Side Quest, hailing from the same team behind the beloved, acclaimed office comedy Mythic Quest.

Set to premiere globally on Wednesday, March 26 on Apple TV+, all four episodes of Side Quest will debut alongside the season four finale of Mythic Quest.

An expansion of the Mythic Quest universe, Side Quest explores the lives of employees, players, and fans who are impacted by the game in an anthology format.

The series stars Rob McElhenney, Anna Konkle, Derek Waters, William Stanford Davis, Bria Samoné Henderson, Rome Flynn, Leonard Robinson, Gary Kraus, Annamarie Kasper, Esai Morales, Shalita Grant and many more in the leading roles across each installment.

Side Quest is developed by and executive produced by Ashly Burch, John Howell Harris and Katie McElhenney, with Megan Ganz, Rob McElhenney, David Hornsby, Charlie Day, Todd Biermann, Nick Frenkel, Michael Rotenberg, Margaret Boykin...

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Apple TV+ entered into the streaming game pretty late, but because of the quality of their originals, they are quickly becoming everybody’s favorite. After the success of shows like Severance and Mythic Quest, the Apple-owned streaming service shows no signs of slowing down. It releases new brilliant TV shows and movies every month to expand its impressive content library. So, here are the best new shows coming to Apple TV+ in March 2025.

Dope Thief Season 1 (March 14) Credit – Apple TV+

Dope Thief is an upcoming crime drama series created by Peter Craig. Based on the 2009 novel by Dennis Toya, the Apple TV+ series follows Ray and Manny, two friends in Philadelphia who rob the houses of criminals while posing as DEA agents, but when they accidentally rob a large narcotics, their and their family’s lives are put in danger.