Roseanne 1988
“The first family that made you feel better about your own!”
What is Roseanne?
The television series "Roseanne" is set in the fictional town of Lanford, Illinois. The show revolves around a working-class family who struggles to make ends meet on a limited income.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1988
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 231
- Runtime
- 23 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 18, 1988
- Networks
- ABC
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
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The television series "Roseanne" is set in the fictional town of Lanford, Illinois. The show revolves around a working-class family who struggles to make ends meet on a limited income. The family's financial situation is a central aspect of the series, as they navigate the challenges of living on a tight budget. The show provides a glimpse into the daily lives of a working-class family, highlighting the difficulties they face in their personal and financial struggles. The series explores the realities of living on a limited income, offering a realistic portrayal of the challenges faced by many families in similar circumstances. The show is set in a specific geographic location, providing a sense of place and community for the characters and their storylines. The series focuses on the family's experiences and relationships, offering a nuanced and realistic portrayal of working-class life.
Should you watch it?
“A working-class family navigates everyday challenges with humor and heart.”
- Humorous look at everyday financial struggles
- Authentic depiction of a working-class family
- Feel‑good moments that uplift viewers
- TV-PG rating may limit younger viewers
- Focus on financial hardship may feel heavy at times
Watch it if you enjoy comedy about ordinary families facing real‑world challenges.
The series balances light comedy with realistic portrayals of financial strain, suitable for mature teens and adults.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 23 episodes
- E1 Life and Stuff Oct 18, 1988
- E2 We're in the Money Oct 25, 1988
- E3 D-I-V-O-R-C-E Nov 1, 1988
- E4 Language Lessons Nov 22, 1988
- E5 Radio Days Nov 29, 1988
- E6 Lovers' Lane Dec 6, 1988
- E7 The Memory Game Dec 13, 1988
- E8 Here's to Good Friends Dec 20, 1988
- E9 Dan's Birthday Bash Jan 3, 1989
- E10 Saturday Jan 10, 1989
- E11 Canoga Time Jan 17, 1989
- E12 The Monday Through Friday Show Jan 24, 1989
- E13 Bridge Over Troubled Sonny Jan 31, 1989
- E14 Father's Day Feb 7, 1989
- E15 Nightmare on Oak Street Feb 14, 1989
- E16 Mall Story Feb 21, 1989
- E17 Becky's Choice Feb 28, 1989
- E18 The Slice of Life Mar 7, 1989
- E19 Workin' Overtime Mar 14, 1989
- E20 Toto, We're Not in Kansas Anymore Mar 28, 1989
- E21 Death and Stuff Apr 11, 1989
- E22 Dear Mom and Dad Apr 18, 1989
- E23 Let's Call It Quits May 2, 1989
Season 2 · 24 episodes
- E1 Inherit the Wind Sep 12, 1989
- E2 The Little Sister Sep 19, 1989
- E3 Guilt by Disassociation Sep 26, 1989
- E4 Somebody Stole My Gal Oct 3, 1989
- E5 House of Grown-Ups Oct 10, 1989
- E6 Five of a Kind Oct 24, 1989
- E7 BOO! Oct 31, 1989
- E8 Sweet Dreams Nov 7, 1989
- E9 We Gather Together Nov 21, 1989
- E10 Brain-Dead Poets Society Nov 28, 1989
- E11 Lobocop Dec 5, 1989
- E12 No Talking Dec 12, 1989
- E13 Chicken Hearts Jan 2, 1990
- E14 One for the Road Jan 9, 1990
- E15 An Officer and a Gentleman Jan 23, 1990
- E16 Born to Be Wild Jan 30, 1990
- E17 Hair Feb 6, 1990
- E18 I'm Hungry Feb 13, 1990
- E19 All of Me Feb 20, 1990
- E20 To Tell the Truth Feb 27, 1990
- E21 Fender Bender Mar 20, 1990
- E22 April Fool's Day Apr 10, 1990
- E23 Fathers and Daughters May 1, 1990
- E24 Happy Birthday May 8, 1990
Season 3 · 25 episodes
- E1 The Test Sep 18, 1990
- E2 Friends and Relatives Sep 25, 1990
- E3 Like, a Virgin Oct 2, 1990
- E4 Like, a New Job Oct 9, 1990
- E5 Goodbye, Mr. Right Oct 16, 1990
- E6 Becky, Beds and Boys Oct 23, 1990
- E7 Trick or Treat Oct 30, 1990
- E8 PMS, I Love You Nov 6, 1990
- E9 Bird is the Word Nov 13, 1990
- E10 Dream Lover Nov 27, 1990
- E11 Do You Know Where Your Parents Are? Dec 4, 1990
- E12 Confessions Dec 18, 1990
- E13 The Courtship of Eddie, Dan's Father Jan 8, 1991
- E14 The Wedding Jan 15, 1991
- E15 Becky Doesn't Live Here Anymore Jan 22, 1991
- E16 Home-Ec Feb 5, 1991
- E17 Valentine's Day Feb 12, 1991
- E18 Communicable Theater Feb 19, 1991
- E19 Vegas Interruptus Feb 26, 1991
- E20 Her Boyfriend's Back Mar 12, 1991
- E21 Troubles with the Rubbles Mar 26, 1991
- E22 Second Time Around Apr 2, 1991
- E23 Dances with Darlene Apr 30, 1991
- E24 Scenes from a Barbecue May 7, 1991
- E25 The Pied Piper of Lanford May 14, 1991
Season 4 · 25 episodes
- E1 A Bitter Pill to Swallow Sep 17, 1991
- E2 Take My Bike ... Please! Sep 24, 1991
- E3 Why Jackie Becomes a Trucker Oct 1, 1991
- E4 Darlene Fades to Black Oct 8, 1991
- E5 Tolerate Thy Neighbor Oct 15, 1991
- E6 Trick Me Up, Trick Me Down Oct 21, 1991
- E7 Vegas (1) Nov 5, 1991
- E8 Vegas, Vegas (2) Nov 12, 1991
- E9 Stressed to Kill Nov 19, 1991
- E10 Thanksgiving '91 Nov 26, 1991
- E11 Kansas City, Here We Come Dec 3, 1991
- E12 Santa Claus Dec 24, 1991
- E13 Bingo Jan 7, 1992
- E14 The Bowling Show Jan 21, 1992
- E15 The Back Story Feb 4, 1992
- E16 Less is More Feb 11, 1992
- E17 Breakin' Up is Hard to Do Feb 18, 1992
- E18 This Old House Feb 25, 1992
- E19 The Commercial Show Mar 3, 1992
- E20 Therapy Mar 17, 1992
- E21 Lies Mar 24, 1992
- E22 Deliverance Mar 31, 1992
- E23 Secrets Apr 28, 1992
- E24 Don't Make Me Over May 5, 1992
- E25 Aliens May 12, 1992
Season 5 · 25 episodes
- E1 Terms of Estrangement (1) Sep 15, 1992
- E2 Terms of Estrangement (2) Sep 22, 1992
- E3 The Dark Ages Sep 29, 1992
- E4 Mommy Nearest Oct 6, 1992
- E5 Pretty in Black Oct 13, 1992
- E6 Looking for Loans in All the Wrong Places Oct 20, 1992
- E7 Halloween IV Oct 27, 1992
- E8 Ladies' Choice Nov 10, 1992
- E9 Stand on Your Man Nov 17, 1992
- E10 Good Girls, Bad Girls Nov 24, 1992
- E11 Of Ice and Men Dec 1, 1992
- E12 It's No Place Like Home for the Holidays Dec 15, 1992
- E13 Crime and Punishment (1) Jan 5, 1993
- E14 War and Peace (2) Jan 12, 1993
- E15 Lanford Daze Jan 26, 1993
- E16 Wait Till Your Father Gets Home Feb 9, 1993
- E17 First Cousin, Twice Removed Feb 16, 1993
- E18 Lose a Job, Winnebago Feb 23, 1993
- E19 It's a Boy! Mar 2, 1993
- E20 It was Twenty Years Ago Today Mar 9, 1993
- E21 Playing with Matches Mar 23, 1993
- E22 Promises, Promises Apr 6, 1993
- E23 Glengarry, Glen Rosey May 4, 1993
- E24 Tooth or Consequences May 11, 1993
- E25 Daughters and Other Strangers May 18, 1993
Frequently asked questions
Where is Roseanne set?
The show takes place in the fictional town of Lanford, Illinois.
What does the series follow?
It follows a working-class family struggling to get by on a limited income.
What genre is Roseanne?
Roseanne is classified as a comedy series.
What is the TV rating?
Roseanne is rated TV-PG.
When did Roseanne first air?
Roseanne premiered in 1988.