Roseanne Reboot: The Cast Returns And Exciting Updates You Won't Want To Miss

Reuniting the Roseanne Cast: A New Chapter Begins

Hey there, TV lovers! The iconic Roseanne cast is back together for the 2018 reboot, and I don’t know about you, but I’m absolutely thrilled. Back in November, Roseanne Barr dropped some major hints and confirmed what fans had been speculating: Johnny Galecki is returning to the series. Now that the show is finally airing, we’re all counting down the minutes to see Johnny back in action.

Roseanne shared her excitement on social media, saying, “We’ve got our Johnny Galecki back on Roseanne this episode — what a joy to work with such a deeply empathetic actor.” She added, “Very moving for all of us. #JOY.” If you recall, Johnny will reprise his role as Darlene’s husband, David Healy. It’s going to be interesting to see how his character has evolved over the years.

A Nostalgic Reunion: The First Table Read

It’s been a long time coming, but the original Roseanne cast reunited for the first table read, just one day before the show’s 29th anniversary. The original series aired for nine seasons from 1988 to 1997, and it’s amazing to see everyone back together again. ABC released some incredible photos of the cast gathered around the table, including Roseanne Barr as Roseanne Conner, John Goodman as Dan Conner, Laurie Metcalf as Jackie Harris, Sara Gilbert as Darlene Conner-Healy, Michael Fishman as D.J. Conner, Lecy Goranson as Becky Conner, and Sarah Chalke, who played Becky in later seasons.

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This first episode, titled “Twenty Years to Life,” kicks off the eight-episode revival. Many of the cast members also appeared in the first trailer and opening credits, giving fans a taste of what’s to come. It’s clear that the chemistry between the actors hasn’t skipped a beat, and I can’t wait to see how they bring their characters to life once more.

The Cast Talks About the Reboot: What to Expect

Over the past few months, members of the original cast have opened up about the reboot, sharing their thoughts and expectations. ABC President Channing Dungey revealed that Roseanne is “very excited about the show,” and who could blame her? After all, would the series even be called Roseanne without her? One of the biggest surprises of the reboot is the return of Dan Conner, played by John Goodman. In the original series, Dan passed away in the 1997 finale, but now he’s back, much to everyone’s delight.

John Goodman shared some insights into how the writers plan to handle Dan’s return. “I don’t know exactly how they’ll address it,” he told ABC News. “But I think they might just ignore it, or maybe there’ll be a funny reference to it.” If you watched the first trailer, you might have caught a glimpse of that funny reference. In one scene, Roseanne screams at a sleeping Dan, and when he wakes up, she exclaims, “I thought you were dead!” It’s classic Roseanne humor, and I’m sure they’ll explore this further in the reboot.

Expanding the Story: New Characters and Storylines

In addition to the original cast, the reboot will introduce some new characters and storylines that reflect the changing times. For instance, Sara Gilbert revealed that the cast was given the opportunity to provide input on their characters’ development. “We’ve been working on the Roseanne reboot, and the writers asked each of us, ‘Where do you think your character is right now?’” she explained. “It’s a valuable process because no one knows their character better than the actors who’ve played them for so long.”

One of the most exciting additions to the show is a “gender creative” character. Darlene and David’s nine-year-old son, Mark, will be portrayed as sensitive and effeminate, with traits that blend both male and female characteristics. Sara Gilbert shared her thoughts on this new character, saying, “He’s not transgender; he’s just a little boy who likes to wear traditionally feminine clothing. It’s a great way to represent the diversity of the world through the dynamics of the family.”

The Roseanne cast at the table read.

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Sarah Chalke will also return, but this time in a different role. Since the original Becky is coming back, Sarah will play Andrea, a middle-class married woman who hires Becky as her surrogate. It’s a clever twist that adds a new layer to the show’s dynamics.