Abbott Elementary season 5 is set for its OTT release this week. The latest season of the Emmy-winning acclaimed series will center around the workplace dynamics and the new challenges it follows.

Last Updated: 02.44 PM, Sep 29, 2025
Abbott Elementary is back to take you in for another session at the eponymous Philadelphia school. Created by Quinta Brunson, Abbott Elementary season 5 is set for its OTT release this week. The latest season of the Emmy-winning acclaimed series will center around the workplace dynamics and the new challenges it follows. From personal crises to the professional chaos of the teaching staff, Abbott Elementary season 5 will tackle multiple themes. Excited about the beloved mockumentary-style sitcom? Here’s a quick overview of the upcoming season and a recap of Abbott Elementary season 4 finale.
Abbott Elementary season 5 has confirmed its OTT release date in various territories. While it premieres on October 1 in the US on ABC and on October 2 on Hulu, the popular workplace comedy series will also be dropping in India this week. You can watch Abbott Elementary S5 via JioHotstar (also accessible with OTTplay Premium) starting from October 2. The exciting announcement was confirmed by the streaming giant with a hopeful poster.
Quinta Brunson, who spearheads the show as the visionary creator and the lead star, brings a captivating tale of passionate teachers who juggle their professional and personal lives to support their students. Abbott Elementary, as the name suggests, is set in the titular underfunded school of Philadelphia. Tyler James Williams, Janelle James, Lisa Ann Walter, Chris Perfetti, William Stanford Davis, and Sheryl Lee Ralph round out the star-studded ensemble cast.
The fourth season of Abbott Elementary continued the social themes of the show as it centered around the underfunded Philadelphia school and its staff navigating the challenges of their job. Abbott Elementary 4 finale was quite hopeful as we witnessed Janine and Gregory’s relationship as a real couple. The episode featured a memorable school field trip for the students and the teachers, as everyone had fun. One of the wholesome moments for the finale ending is Principal Eva’s return to the school. During the season, Eva took the blame for the bribe taken by the staff and was fired on the spot. However, after a few plot turns, she was finally reinstated in her leader role as the staff, students, and others continued to shower their support on Ava.
Abbott Elementary season 5 will center around the new school session headlined by the slightly ‘tone-deaf principal’ and the dedicated staff. Apart from the recurring cast, the latest season of Abbott Elementary will also introduce some new faces as they join the ensemble.
Catch the trailer here:
Abbott Elementary season 5 will ring the bells of classroom chaos on October 2!
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Q. How to watch Abbott Elementary season 5 in India?
A. You can watch Abbott Elementary S5 via JioHotstar (also accessible with OTTplay Premium) starting from October 2.
Q. Will Quinta Brunson return in Abott Elementary 5?
A. Yes, Quinta Brunson will reprise her role in Abbott Elementary 5