Season 7 of “The Conners” has the daunting task of wrapping up multiple plotlines from the original show, “Roseanne.” With a large cast of characters, including Dan, Jackie, Darlene, Becky, DJ, Beverly, Harris, Mark, and Beverly-Rose, the final season of “The Conners” needs to provide satisfying conclusions to their character arcs, as well as address the absence of other key characters such as Ben, Neville, Louise, Tyler, Crystal, and Chuckie Mitchell. However, the short six-episode runtime of the season presents a challenge in resolving all these storylines.
One unresolved subplot that is unlikely to be addressed in the final season of “The Conners” is the disappearance of Jerry Garcia Conner, who was introduced in “Roseanne” but retconned out of existence in “The Conners” season 3. The brief runtime of season 7 makes it impossible to make sense of Jerry’s absence, as the show needs to focus on resolving more pressing character arcs and giving proper sendoffs to long-standing characters.
While Jerry Garcia Conner’s absence may not impact the overall narrative of “The Conners,” the show must prioritize bringing back key characters like DJ, who played a significant role in both “Roseanne” and “The Conners.” DJ’s absence cannot be ignored, as it contradicts the theme of family unity that has been central to both shows. It is more important for the show to address DJ’s absence than to delve into the unresolved storyline of Jerry Garcia.
In conclusion, as “The Conners” season 7 airs as a six-episode “Farewell event” in March 2025, the show faces the challenge of balancing multiple character arcs and resolving long-standing plotlines within a limited runtime. Prioritizing the return of key characters like DJ over addressing Jerry Garcia Conner’s absence is crucial in maintaining the integrity of the show’s narrative and honoring the legacy of both “Roseanne” and “The Conners.”