How to watch the new season of 'Abbott Elementary' with or without cable
Class is back in session at Abbott Elementary. This week, everyone's favorite teachers finally return for Abbott Elementary Season 3 in an hour-long premiere on ABC. This season promises more laughs, more poignant insights into the U.S. public school system, more guest stars, and more slow-burning romance between Janine and Gregory. Plus, some exciting changes and surprises are on the horizon.
To find out how to watch Abbot Elementary Season 3, read on.
First, here's a sneak peek:
When does Abbott Elementary Season 3 come out?
The third season of the laugh-out-loud mockumentary premieres on ABC on Feb. 7 at 9 p.m. ET with two back-to-back episodes. Subsequent episodes will air weekly on Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET.
Can I watch Abbott Elementary Season 3 without cable?
Good news: if you don't have access to cable or local broadcast stations to watch Abbot Elementary on ABC, you can stream the episodes the following day. You'll just need a Hulu subscription. Want to watch the episodes live? You'd be better off signing up for a cable replacement service like YouTube TV, Fubo, or Hulu + Live TV. It'll cost you a whole lot more than a basic Hulu subscription, but you'll get access to more than 100 live channels—no cable company required.
We've broken down all the best streaming options for watching the new season below, as well as the best ways to save some money on your Hulu subscription.
How to watch Abbott Elementary Season 3: the best streaming deals
Best for new subscribers: Hulu 30-day free trial
If you're completely new to Hulu or returning after some time away, you can sign up for a 30-day trial and watch a good chunk of Abbott Elementary Season 3 for free. You could even plan your free trial around the second half of the season in order to catch every episode in that time frame (but we'll leave the planning up to you). Once your trial is up, you can either choose to pay monthly for $7.99 or $17.99 (with or without ads). Or you can sign up for an annual plan with ads for only $79.99 and save about 16% (or $6.67 per month).
Best for T-Mobile customers: Hulu (with ads) included for one year
T-Mobile users on the Go5G Next plan now get Hulu (with ads) included for free. Just navigate to the promotion page, enter your T-Mobile number, and continue to login with your ID. Check out the terms and conditions, enter your personal details, and click submit to be directed to Hulu to redeem your offer. After the initial 12-month promotional period, action will be required to continue your complimentary Hulu subscription — so keep an eye out.
Best for students: Spotify Premium for Students with Hulu
Students hoping to catch their favorite teachers on Abbott Elementary Season 3 have a couple great options. Our personal favorite is Spotify Premium for Students, which not only gives you access to Spotify Premium, but also Hulu (with ads) for no extra charge. You'll get a free one-month trial to test the waters, then it'll only cost you $5.99 per month for both services. The only requirement is that you can prove you're a student through SheerID.
Already have a music streaming service? No problem. Another great option is to sign up for a Hulu student account for only $1.99 per month. There's currently no free trial, but at $1.99 per month, we're willing to forgive that fact.
Best bundle deal: Hulu + Disney+ (with ads)
It may not be the best option for someone looking to watch Abbott Elementary and then move on, but the Disney bundle remains one of the best streaming deals. If you're all about getting the most bang for your buck, this is the move. You can get both Hulu and Disney+ (the Disney Bundle: Duo) for only $9.99 per month — just $2 more than paying for Hulu on its own. You can also throw ESPN+ into the mix with the Disney Bundle: Trio for only $12.99 per month. That's three streaming services for one low price. You'll have to watch some ads, but it's worth it for the savings of up to 49%.
Best cable-replacement option: YouTube TV
YouTube TV is the best cable alternative due to its epic scope and affordable introductory offer. Its base plan includes access to more than 100 live TV channels — including your local networks (ABC, Fox, CBS, NBC) and other entertainment, sports, and news favorites such as FX, AMC, ESPN, FS1, and TNT. Of course, in order to watch Abbott Elementary, you just need access to ABC. YouTube TV currently offers a free seven-day trial to test the waters, then an introductory offer of $62.99 per month for your first three months. After that, it jumps back up to full price ($72.99 per month).
Note: There are other great live TV cable replacements like Hulu + Live TV or FuboTV, but they're a bit more expensive.
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Hulu is ultra-generous to newbies and offers a 30-day free trial to test the waters. If you're a returning customer after a long hiatus, you can also secure the free month. Select T-Mobile customers are also eligible for free Hulu streaming (more details here).
Hulu is home to all kinds of TV shows and movies we highly recommend, including every season of Abbott Elementary, Feud: Capote vs. The Swans, Self Reliance, Palm Springs, Rye Lane, and of course, Only Murders in the Building. Check out our watch guides for the funniest comedies on Hulu, best sci-fi movies on Hulu, best reality shows on Hulu, and best romantic comedies on Hulu for more recommendations.
Christina Buff is a Nashville-based freelance writer for who covers shopping with a splash of entertainment. If you’re ever wondering what streaming service you need to watch something (and the cheapest way to sign up for it), she’s your girl.
Christina received a B.S. in Business Communication (concentration in writing) from Stevenson University and began her professional journey writing and editing press releases. Since then, she’s written content for a marketing agency, blogged for celebrities, and covered local news, politics, women’s lifestyle, fashion, beauty, and just about everything in between for various publications.
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