Bill Hader to Make Special Appearance on 'Abbot Elementary'

During his recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, actor, screenwriter, director, and comedian Bill Hader spoke about his upcoming professional endeavors and mentioned a future appearance on the comedy show Abbott Elementary,

Hader and the series creator and star, Quinta Brunson, are part of the voice cast of the new animated film The Cat in the Hat.

It is not yet known which character the comedian will play, nor when the episode will air. The sixth season is currently airing on ABC.

Abbott Elementary follows a group of dedicated teachers who strive to provide a good education to their students despite a lack of resources and administrative problems at the school. The series has garnered critical and audience acclaim, accumulating four Emmy wins and new nominations in 2026, including Best Comedy Series.