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Abbott Elementary S5E9 — Mall (1)

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Abbott Elementary•Season 5•Episode 9

Mall (1)

7.7/10 · 678 votesJan 7, 202622 min

Ranked #7 of 22 in Season 5•+0.1 vs season avg

Abbott Elementary returns from winter break at their new temporary school: an abandoned mall. The teachers deal with unique challenges that come with teaching in the new location.

Directed byRandall Einhorn

Written byRiley Dufurrena

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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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Randall Einhorn

Randall Einhorn

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Riley Dufurrena

Writer

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Episode Summary

"Mall (1)" is episode 9 of Abbott Elementary season 5. It scored 7.7/10 from 678 votes, ranking #7 of 22 episodes this season (season average 7.6). Directed by Randall Einhorn and written by Riley Dufurrena, it aired on January 7, 2026.

Next: E10 · Mall (2): Questions & Concerns Best of Season 5