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Abbott Elementary S3E4 — Smoking
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Abbott Elementary•Season 3•Episode 4

Smoking

8.2/10 · 1,282 votesFeb 21, 202422 min

Ranked #2 of 13 in Season 3•+0.4 vs season avg

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After a student is caught smoking, the Abbott staff come together to revamp the outdated drug policy. Meanwhile, Janine tries to prep the new substitute teacher for her class but finds it challenging to give up her former role.

Directed byRandall Einhorn
Written byJordan Temple
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Tyler James Williams

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Sheryl Lee Ralph

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Episode Summary

"Smoking" is episode 4 of Abbott Elementary season 3. It scored 8.2/10 from 1,282 votes, ranking #2 of 13 episodes this season (season average 7.8). Directed by Randall Einhorn and written by Jordan Temple, it aired on February 21, 2024.

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