Review: Abbott Elementary, “Alex” | Season 3, Episode 9
Could we have skipped out on such a low-energy episode?
It’s pretty rare for an episode of Abbott Elementary to completely fall flat in just about every plot. There always tends to be at least one shining light or even one especially funny bit, even in the series’ weaker episodes. The people in front of the camera and those behind it are all exceptional professionals who know how to make a television show and a delightfully humorous one at that. But “Alex,” unfortunately, falls into that aforementioned rare realm for Abbott Elementary, disappointing from beat to beat, even with what should arguably be slam dunks (highlighting the effects the revolving door of substitute teachers are having on Janine’s students) and lay-ups (Ava’s search for a full-time Janine replacement) for the show.
The effects of the perpetually shifting substitute teacher situation on Janine’s students (and the real-world implications of such a thing) is actually something that’s been discussed in the comments section of this season’s Abbott Elem…