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Abbott Elementary S5E8 — Birthday

7.6

Abbott Elementary•Season 5•Episode 8

Birthday

7.6/10 · 657 votesDec 10, 202522 min

Ranked #12 of 22 in Season 5•matches the season avg

Jacob takes the lead on organizing Abbott's annual winter show, and Janine celebrates her 30th birthday.

Directed byMatt Sohn

Written byGarrett Werner

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Cast7

Quinta Brunson

Quinta Brunson

Janine Teagues

Tyler James Williams

Tyler James Williams

Gregory Eddie

Sheryl Lee Ralph

Sheryl Lee Ralph

Barbara Howard

Lisa Ann Walter

Lisa Ann Walter

Melissa Schemmenti

Chris Perfetti

Chris Perfetti

Jacob Hill

Janelle James

Janelle James

Ava Coleman

William Stanford Davis

William Stanford Davis

Mr. Johnson

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Matt Sohn

Director

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Richie Edelson

Editor

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Garrett Werner

Writer

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Episode Summary

"Birthday" is episode 8 of Abbott Elementary season 5. It scored 7.6/10 from 657 votes, ranking #12 of 22 episodes this season (season average 7.6). Directed by Matt Sohn and written by Garrett Werner, it aired on December 10, 2025.

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