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Abbott Elementary Season 4 Trailer: Janine Is Back With New School Pets & A Student With Ringworm
A character pairing in the upcomingAbbott ElementaryandIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphiacrossover episode has been confirmed. The surprising crossover was previously announced to be taking place duringAbbott Elementaryseason 4, with the two popular and tonally different comedy series both taking place in Philadelphia.Pictures of the two casts in the Abbott Elementary School hallways and in front of the building later circulated, creating further anticipation for the upcoming episode.
While speaking withScreen Rant,William Stanford Davis reveals that most of his scenes were filmed with Danny DeVito. This means that Davis, who playsAbbott Elementary’s janitor, Mr. Johnson, will be sharing most of his scenes withIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’s Frank Reynolds. Davis discussed how much he enjoyed working with DeVito and how the beloved comedy actor gave him advice. Check out Davis' comments below:
We were trying not to let the cat out of the bag. I don’t know who did, but once it got out, it just blew up all over the internet and all over social media. Everyone knows now we’re doing a crossover episode with It’s Always Sunny. The picture’s out there now. It’s been so much fun. I did most of my scenes with Danny DeVito. Oh my God. He’s just an amazing man. Just so fun to watch, so much fun to work with. He gave me a lot of good advice, and I asked him a lot of questions, and he was just a real seasoned pro, as we all know.
What This Means For The Crossover Episode
Mr. Johnson & Frank Are Only The Beginning Of The Hilarious Pairings
While the exact circumstances that bringAbbott Elementary’s castandIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’s cast together has yet to be revealed, this confirms one of the main character pairings for the crossover episode.Both Mr. Johnson and Frank are eccentric, albeit in different ways, and will make for an entertaining pairing. Given how easily Mr. Johnson can be irritated by others, and how irritating Frank can be, it will probably not take long before they get on each other’s nerves.
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to balance out the characters from both casts in the half-hour sitcom, the rest of the characters will need to be accordingly paired off as well. The most chaotic pairing will likely be whicheverIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphiacast member shares the screen with Principal Ava Coleman or Melissa Schemmenti. Ava’s personality fits in best with the outlandish and selfish behavior ofIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’s characters, whileMelissa’s no-nonsense attitude would be a comedic contrast to characters who thrive on nonsense.
Our Take On The Mr. Johnson & Frank Pairing
It Will Be Comedic Gold
Mr. Johnson’s quotesare among the funniest inAbbott Elementaryand the same can be said about Frank inIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Their dynamic will undoubtedly be hilarious to watch unfold as their worlds collide. Given Frank’s penchant for wild schemes in his respective series,Mr. Johnson may find himself caught up in Frank’s latest ill-conceived venture, which could explain why Frank is at Abbott Elementary in the first place. Their pairing gives theAbbott ElementaryandIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphiacrossover episode even more compelling and comedic potential.
Abbott Elementary
Cast
Abbott Elementary is a mockumentary comedy series centered around a group of dedicated teachers at a struggling public school in Philadelphia. The show highlights their efforts to overcome bureaucratic challenges and underfunding, while showcasing their commitment to making a positive impact on their students' lives.
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia is a television series that premiered in 2005, chronicling the chaotic lives of four self-involved friends running an Irish pub in Philadelphia. Their misguided decisions and skewed perspectives often result in amusing and uncomfortable situations, complicating their professional and personal relationships.
