‘Abbott Elementary’ Review: Hit ABC Show Returns For Confident Start to Sophomore Season

It’s been years since a network TV comedy took off like ABC’s “Abbott Elementary,” a show that felt both familiar and fresh at the same time.

Sure, it has a structure that recalls hit network shows like “The Office” and “Parks and Recreation,” but it also has rich characters that feel almost instantly like people we know, brought to life by an ace ensemble.

While network TV largely ceded the war to cable and streaming services years ago, “Abbott Elementary” has proven there’s still life on ad-supported television, winning Emmys last week for Outstanding Writing and Outstanding Supporting Actress (Sheryl Lee Ralph).Continue reading ‘Abbott Elementary’ Review: Hit ABC Show Returns For Confident Start to Sophomore Season at The Playlist.

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