What to Expect From Abbott Elementary Season 4's Holiday Episodes

Chris Perfetti, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and Richard Brooks in Abbott Elementary 408
Credit: Disney/Gilles Mingasson

Chris Perfetti, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and Richard Brooks in Abbott Elementary 408
Credit: Disney/Gilles Mingasson

This December, season 4 of the hit comedy series Abbott Elementary will be airing its holiday episodes just in time for the Christmas season.

You might be wondering what they have in store for this season's holiday special and how our favorite characters will be celebrating the most wonderful time of the year. Let's explore what we know so far about the holiday episodes below.

What is the Storyline of Abbott Elementary Season 4's Holiday Specials?

Lisa Ann Walter and Talia Shire in Abbott Elementary 408
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Credit: Disney/Gilles Mingasson

The holiday episodes of Abbott Elementary season 4 will be an hour-long special consisting of two episodes airing back-to-back.

The first part titled "Winter Show" sees Barbara as she is determined to make Abbott Elementary’s first-ever holiday show a success despite a few setbacks. Meanwhile, Jacob’s brother arrives for his visit earlier than planned.

Meanwhile, the second part titled "Winter Break" will focus on Melissa as she 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.

Who Will Guest Star in Abbott Elementary Season 4's Holiday Episodes?

Legendary actress Talia Shire (The Godfather, Rocky) will be guest-starring as Melissa Schemmenti's mother. Bette Midler previously lobbied for the role, but it is unknown why she didn't end up being cast.

Meanwhile, Tyler Perez is set to play Jacob's brother in the first part of the hour-long holiday special.

Lauren Weedman, who previously appeared earlier in the series as Melissa's sister Kristin Marie, will be returning and participating in the Schemmenti family dinner.

When Are the Abbott Elementary Season 4 Holiday Episodes Coming Out?

The hour-long holiday special of Abbott Elementary season 4 is set to premiere on ABC this Wednesday, December 4. It will be available to stream on Hulu the next day.

It will be the show's last new episode this year before they go on a holiday break. The season will resume airing with episode 9 on January 8, which will be the long-awaited crossover event with It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.

Are you excited to watch the holiday episodes next week? Let us know in the comments!

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