'Roseanne' Returning to ABC in 2018 — Page 2

Wow, people like Becky?

I know what you're saying because I used to be put off by Becky's bratty behavior, but it was when they switched actresses that I realized how good Goransen really was and how essential she was to the cast. It's not so much about liking the character as it is how convincing Goransen played her. Her performances of Becky were probably the most realistic portrayal of any character on the show. To me, she added so much to the connection I had with the Conners. Goransen's Becky was exactly what you'd see and expect in homes all over Middle America and the perfect foil for Darlene, solidifying their sibling rivalry. Chalke's Becky was the glossier, softer, less realistic and safer version. I never felt like she could hold her own against Darlene.

I don't think they had a weak link.

I do. Michael Fishman as DJ. His acting on the show got worse with age.

BobbyBubbi said: "I'm all for these reboots (with the exception of the lame-ass "Fuller House" which was on my TV for about 20 seconds tops)"

I thought they should have made that like "The Brady Bunch Movie." I would have much rather have a satire than a continuation.

Gorlois said: "I wonder how they'll retcon the finale.

I'm surprised they were able to get everybody back for this. But I'm certainly looking forward to this, and the Will and Grace revival. And the new Carol Burnett sitcom.

Can't stand the woman. Will and Grace---Yeh !! Carol Burnett---why for pitty sake?[havn't read anything about this-or want to] but along with so many of that generation have allowed the knife to cut too deep to be recognised.

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I saw an article this week that had John Goodman telling Roseanne that he never expected the show to come back. Roseanne responded that as soon as she saw the Trump win, she was sure the show could and would come back.

Roseanne is still very much a Trump supporter. And still subscribes to some of his crazier consipiracy theories.

Her character on the show will also be a Trump voter.

I think I will pass.

Roseanne Barr attempts to explain both her — and her character’s — Trump support. Sort of.

https://www.vox.com/culture/2018/1/8/16866628/roseanne-new-season-trump

I am looking forward to this reboot. Sara Gilbert is executive producing this. I am sure if Roseanne Connor is the Trump supporter in the show, Darlene will provide the contrast to Roseanne's views.

Well, considering this "let's bring back dead sitcoms" is relatively new...(but we've had, what, four of them in last few years?)

Not just us, but the UK is doing it as well (Cold Feet returned and Porridge got a reboot). Though they've been doing it on a smaller scale in the way of 1-2 episode specials with other shows for many years. I remember Vicar of Dibley airing these specials years after the series officially ended. Absolutely Fabulous ended in 1995, then specials in 1996, full season in 2001, specials in 2002, full season again in 2003, then specials in 2004, 2011 and 2012.

But we've seen reboots/revivals before in various forms over the years...The Twilight Zone, The Outer Limits, Alfred Hitchcock Presents, The Brady Bunch (tried it twice and failed both times), Fantasy Island, Burke's Law, Beverly Hills 90210, Melrose Place, Dallas, Get Smart, Leave It to Beaver, Gidget, Mission: Impossible, The Munsters, What's Happening, WKRP in Cincinnati, and Sanford and Son were a few.

Young Hyacinth was awful. After 10 minutes, I turned it off. And I am a big Keeping Up Appearances fan and watch it every Saturday night. (Yes, I lead an exciting life!)

Anybody watch it tonight? I thought both episodes were very funny. The second episode was very touching.