Warning: this article contains SPOILERS for Abbott Elementary season 4, episode 10, "Testing."Abbott Elementary’s side characters and main cast alike, Mr. Johnson is one of the most memorable yet mysterious figures in the mockumentary.
Now that ABC has fixed Abbott Elementary’s timeslot mistake, each new episode is released to a broader audience. Guest stars and new plots can potentially garner more attention now that Abbott Elementary airs at 8:30 ET, likely incentivizing the show to include more exciting moments now that they have the proper audience for it. Mr. Johnson interacting with a new guest star offered hilarious moments, but their scenes consequently emphasized how much work Mr. Johnson does at Abbott Elementary that goes unnoticed.
Eric Andre Guest Stars As Cedric In Abbott Elementary Season 4, Episode 10
The Comedy Legend Plays A Competitor Janitor
Eric Andre as Cedric s a long list of celebrity guest stars in Abbott Elementary. Many cameos have been short, like Kevin Hart’s FaceTime or Gritty’s brief scene, but Andre was involved in the plot of “Testing” itself. Andre plays Cedric, a janitor sent by the district to replace Mr. Johnson. Initially, it seemed like Mr. Johnson is paranoid or leaning into his conspiracy theorist nature, but Andre’s character reveals everything at the end of the episode, validating Mr. Johnson’s skepticism.
Title |
Role Played by Eric Andre |
Year |
|---|---|---|
Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23 |
Mark Reynolds |
2012-2013 |
The Eric Andre Show |
Himself |
2012-2023 |
Disenchantment |
Luci/Pendergast |
2018-2023 |
The Lion King |
Azizi |
2019 |
Sing 2 |
Darius |
2021 |
Andre’s appearance could spell trouble for the Abbott crew based on the implications of his character. He may train to be Mr. Johnson’s replacement is a one-off storyline meant to be comedic. However, there’s also a chance that Cedric is the first of many attacks the school district might have on Abbott Elementary. The school hasn’t had the best relationship with the school after Janine quit her district position and Ava (Janelle James) lost her blackmail leverage. If the district is trying to replace more than Mr. Johnson, Cedric could be a harbinger of doom for Abbott Elementary.
Abbott Elementary Season 4, Episode 10 Shows Why Mr. Johnson Cannot Be Replaced
He's Integral To The School Ecosystem
Mr. Johnson has been a defining aspect of Abbott Elementary’s identity since season 1. His enigmatic personality and penchant for saying outlandish things instantly made him one of the most unique parts of the show. However, aside from Mr. Johnson’s hilarious quotes in Abbott Elementary, he is incredibly gifted at his job and is secretly keeping the place running. Mr. Johnson was still a comedic powerhouse while showing Cedric around, but he also subtly showed off some of the many things he does around the school.
Abbott Elementary Season 4 May Have Secretly Hinted At An Original Character Leaving (& I'm Already Devastated)
The cast of Abbott Elementary has been key to its massive success, but a line in season 4, episode 10 has sad implications for one teacher’s future.
From talking to teachers crying in bathroom stalls to creating new cleaning solutions to wipe off permanent markers, Mr. Johnson’s long career at Abbott Elementary evidently gave him wisdom. It’s easy to forget that he works just as hard as the teachers, but Mr. Johnson is the glue that holds Abbott Elementary together. In a school that’s underfunded and making the most of what they have, Mr. Johnson comes up with unique solutions that ensure the students get the best experience possible. Mr. Johnson may be one of Abbott Elementary’s funniest characters, but Cedric proved he’s also unexpectedly wholesome.
Abbott Elementary continues Wednesday at 8:30 ET on ABC.
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.
- Network
- ABC
- Cast
- Quinta Brunson, Tyler James Williams, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Lisa Ann Walter, Chris Perfetti, Janelle James, Josh Segarra, Mason Renfro, Jerry Minor, Larry Owens, Nate' Jones, Lela Hoffmeister, Vince Staples, Kimia Behpoornia, Dillion Blake Allen, Reggie Conquest, Kate Peterman, Keyla Monterroso Mejia, Benjamin Norris, Aayden William, Ben Onyx Dowdy
- Creator(s)
- Quinta Brunson
