'The Conners' Season 6 (2024) air date, plot, full cast and is ABC's sitcom worth watching 

With a dash of wit and humor, ABC's 'The Conners' Season 6 delves into the working-class family's struggles to meet their basic needs
PUBLISHED FEB 5, 2024
A still from ABC's sitcom 'The Conners' (@ABC)
A still from ABC's sitcom 'The Conners' (@ABC)

Sitcom name: The Conners Season 6

Platform: ABC

Date of release: February 7, 2024

Country of origin: United States

Genre: Sitcom

Director: Jody Margolin Hahn

Full cast list: John Goodman, Laurie Metcalf, Sara Gilbert, Lecy Goranson, Michael Fishman, and others

After five successful seasons, 'The Conners' is gearing up to return with a bang for its sixth season on ABC. The show, which is slated for release on Wednesday, February 7, centers on the life of a working-class family that is struggling to make ends meet.

The Matt Williams-created series premiered on October 16, 2018, following in the footsteps of ABC's other popular series, 'Roseanne.'

What happened in 'The Conners' Season 5?

In its fifth season, the show featured a blend of personal development and family dynamics. Due to Ben's workaholic tendencies, Darlene Conner-Olinsky (Sara Gilbert) and Ben Olinsky (Jay R Ferguson) struggle to maintain their relationship.

In addition, DJ (Michael Fishman) bid farewell to the show as his character reunited with his military wife.

What is the plot of 'The Conners' Season 6?

The plot of 'The Conners' revolves around the Conner family's attempts to navigate their lives following the death of Matriarch Roseanne (Roseanne Barr).

With a focus on the personal challenges faced by each family member, the show follows the Conners as they attempt to manage their lives while on a journey of self-discovery.

'The Conners' Season 6 main cast 

John Goodman

BURBANK, CA - MARCH 23:  John Goodman attends the premiere of ABC's
John Goodman plays the patriarch of the family, Dan Conner in 'The Conner' (Getty Images)

John Goodman plays the patriarch of the family, Dan Conner. In addition to portraying Dan Conner in the prequel series 'Roseanne,' Goodman made his film debut in 1980 with 'The Mystery of the Morro Castle.'

With a Golden Globe for Best Actor in his pocket, the actor is a prolific participant in theatre, television, and film. His noteworthy roles include 'Trumbo', 'Patriots Day,' 'Pope Joan,' 'The Artist' and 'Atomic Blonde', to name a few.

Laurie Metcalf

Laurie Metcalf portrays the character of Jackie Harris-Goldufski in the sitcom. The actress, who is well known for her versatility, debuted on Broadway in 1985 with 'My Thing of Love.

The actress has won two Tony Awards and four Primetime Emmys, among other honors. Her acting resume includes roles in 'Getting On,' 'Horace and Pete' and 'The Big Bang Theory,' among others.

Sara Gilbert


 
 
 
 
 
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Sara Gilbert, who plays Darlene Conner-Olinsky, is also a writer, producer, and director. The actress is well known for her role in the prequel, Roseanne.

The actress, who graduated from Yale University, has also worked as an executive producer on television shows like, 'The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh' and 'The Conners.'

Her noteworthy acting credits include 'Laws of Attraction,' 'Riding in Cars with Boys,' Supergirl' and 'Atypical,' among others.

Is 'The Conners' Season 6 worth watching?

With its clever repartee and caustic remarks, the series tackles the personal development of its characters and explores family dynamics in a manner that resonates with the audience.

Viewers will find a connection to the struggles of each character as they set out on their journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Along with highlighting the difficulties faced by working-class families, the series also delves into their financial circumstances.

If you enjoy touching moments mixed with a pinch of real-life hardship, 'The Conners' ought to be high on your list of sitcoms to watch right away. 

'The Conners' Season 6 trailer



 


 


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