In the season 3 finale of Abbott Elementary, Janine and Gregory finally share a kiss after a series of misunderstandings and encouragement from friends. The episode ends with Gregory fixing Janine's light and the two embracing their feelings, setting the stage for new dynamics in season 4.
In the season three finale of "Abbott Elementary," Janine and Gregory finally share a passionate kiss, ending the long-standing will-they-won't-they dynamic. Showrunners Patrick Schumacker and Justin Halpern explain that the timing was right as both characters had reached a point of personal growth. The finale also featured notable guest stars like Kevin Hart, and the showrunners hint at fewer celebrity cameos in the next season.
The Season 3 trailer for "Abbott Elementary" teases Principal Ava's strict new changes, including a district-wide Career Day initiative planned by Janine. The trailer also hints at the aftermath of Janine and Gregory's Season 2 smooch, with the characters assuring they're "good" and "fine," but leaving room for further development in their relationship.
The season two finale of Abbott Elementary saw Janine and Gregory admitting their romantic feelings for each other but deciding not to pursue a relationship, a practical and thoughtful decision for two characters who are practical and thoughtful. The show's writers understand these endearingly dorky people and the faith they have that they will be together eventually. With the show already renewed for a third season, there's time to let the dynamics between Janine and Gregory play out a little longer, and if doing so allows the show to avoid the Moonlighting Curse, why wouldn't it do that?