Particle.news

Download on the App Store

The Conners Concludes with Emotional Farewell and Fourth-Wall Break

John Goodman’s heartfelt final line and genuine cast emotions mark the end of the beloved ABC sitcom after seven seasons.

Image
Image
Image

Overview

  • The Conners aired its series finale, 'The Truck Stops Here,' on April 23, 2025, wrapping up its seven-season run.
  • The finale featured Dan Conner, played by John Goodman, breaking the fourth wall with a poignant 'goodnight' to viewers, an idea suggested by Goodman himself.
  • The cast’s tears during the closing scenes were genuine, reflecting their real emotions as they bid farewell to the show.
  • A storyline resolution involved the Conner family receiving a modest $700 settlement from a class-action lawsuit tied to Roseanne’s opioid-related death.
  • Showrunners deliberately avoided clichés, crafting a realistic and authentic conclusion that honored the show’s working-class themes and legacy.