“People recognize that audiences still want comedies,” said UTA partner and TV lit agent Mickey Berman.Quinta Brunson, Tyler James Williams, Chris Perfetti and Lisa Ann Walter in "Abbott Elementary."Gilles Mingasson / DisneyAug. 14, 2026, 3:00 PM EDTBy Rebecca KeeganWhen “Abbott Elementary” co-showrunner Justin Halpern’s 10-year-old son recently finished bingeing “The Office,” he asked his dad to recommend another show like the beloved workplace sitcom. Just a moment.We are getting your experience ready.