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‘The Conners’ Concludes Seven-Season Run Without Roseanne Barr Onscreen

The series finale honored Roseanne Conner’s legacy while focusing on a working-class legal battle and family resilience.

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Overview

  • The Conners wrapped its seven-season arc on April 23, 2025, with a finale that excluded new footage of Roseanne Barr due to contractual agreements.
  • Producers honored Barr’s contributions and her character, Roseanne Conner, through narrative mentions and thematic nods in the final season.
  • The finale centered on Dan Conner’s wrongful death lawsuit against a pharmaceutical company, resulting in a modest $700 settlement, reflecting the show’s blue-collar themes.
  • Roseanne Barr’s son, Jake Pentland, acknowledged mixed emotions over her exit but expressed gratitude for the employment the series provided to its cast and crew.
  • The Conners, a spinoff created after Barr’s controversial 2018 departure, maintained its focus on working-class struggles and family dynamics throughout its run.