Series synopsis
The Conners is an American comedy television series that premiered on ABC on October 16, 2018. It ended on April 23, 2025. It was created by Matt Williams. It stars John Goodman, Laurie Metcalf, Sara Gilbert and Alicia Goranson.
This iconic family—Dan, Jackie, Darlene, Becky and D.J.—grapples with parenthood, dating, an unexpected pregnancy, financial pressures, aging and in-laws in working-class America.
Premise
This iconic family—Dan, Jackie, Darlene, Becky and D.J.—grapples with parenthood, dating, an unexpected pregnancy, financial pressures, aging and in-laws in working-class America.
Premise: Still putting the pieces together.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- John Goodman as Dan Conner
- Laurie Metcalf as Jackie Harris
- Sara Gilbert as Darlene Conner
- Alicia Goranson as Becky Conner
- Emma Kenney as Harris Conner-Healy
- Ames McNamara as Mark Conner-Healy
- Jayden Rey as Mary Conner
- Jay R. Ferguson as Ben
Supporting cast
- Michael Fishman as D.J. Conner
- Maya Lynne Robinson as Geena Williams-Conner
Guest cast
- Matthew Broderick as Peter
- Sarah Chalke as Andrea
- Natalie West as Crystal Anderson
- Ali Leibegott as Bridgette
- Gina Brillon as Maria
- Kirk Fox as Creepy Guy
- Johnny Galecki as David Healy
- Justin Long as Neil
- Juliette Lewis as Blue
- Lindsey Kraft as Mrs. Reynolds
- Stephen Monroe Taylor as Dwight
- Artoun Nazareth as Pierre
Episodes
This series spans 7 seasons with 112 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 11 | October 16, 2018 | January 22, 2019 |
| Season 2 | 20 | September 24, 2019 | May 4, 2020 |
| Season 3 | 20 | October 21, 2020 | May 19, 2021 |
| Season 4 | 20 | September 22, 2021 | May 18, 2022 |
| Season 5 | 22 | September 21, 2022 | May 3, 2023 |
| Season 6 | 13 | February 7, 2024 | May 22, 2024 |
| Season 7 | 6 | March 26, 2025 | April 23, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Keep on Truckin' A sudden turn of events forces the Conners to face the daily struggles of life in Lanford in a way they never have before. |
October 16, 2018 |
| 2 |
Tangled Up in Blue Darlene is in for one surprise after another when David introduces his girlfriend, Blue, at a parent-teacher conference and mentions that Mark and Harris will be spending the weekend with them. Dan hires Becky to help out at work, but they both come to learn that she might need more help than he can offer. |
October 23, 2018 |
| 3 |
There Won't Be Blood It's Halloween, the favorite time of year for the Conners, but an email from the school banning certain costumes, including Mark's, sets off an argument between Dan and Darlene. Jackie introduces someone new to the family at the Halloween party and insists that Dan vet him, only to immediately wish that she hadn't. |
October 30, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Preemies, Weed, and Infidelity In the wake of Emilio's deportation, Jackie steps into the role of a paternal figure and creates a meticulous birth plan for Becky; but as the Conners know, nothing ever goes according to plan. Meanwhile, Darlene is tangled in a complex love triangle with David and Ben, and - like her mother - Harris is caught up in a problem of her own. |
September 24, 2019 |
| 2 |
A Kiss Is Just a Kiss Darlene continues to struggle with deciding between David and Ben. Becky begins to doubt herself as a mom, and Mark gets in trouble at school when a picture of him and his boyfriend kissing goes viral. Meanwhile, Jackie continues to avoid her problems by keeping busy with everyone else's. |
October 1, 2019 |
| 3 |
The Preemie Monologues Harris is forced to confront Darlene about her lifestyle, while Jackie involves herself in other people's problems to avoid confronting her own. Meanwhile, Becky is overwhelmed by the costs of raising a baby, so her family steps in to help. |
October 8, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Keep On Truckin' Six Feet Apart The Conners are back and dealing with the pandemic, and life’s financial troubles loom over the family. Dan is still trying to catch up on back-mortgage payments and avoid a potential eviction, while the Lunch Box is closed for everything but takeout and delivery. Becky and Darlene are both forced to search for additional income at the newly reopened Wellman Plastics plant. |
October 21, 2020 |
| 2 |
Halloween and the Election vs. the Pandemic Mary is devastated that Halloween has been canceled by the city, so Darlene and Becky enlist Jackie and the rest of the family to create an unforgettable experience. Meanwhile, Mark goes toe-to-toe with another kid at school who doesn’t believe in wearing a mask. |
October 28, 2020 |
| 3 |
Plastics, Trash Talk & Darlene Antoinette Darlene isolates herself from her co-workers at Wellman Plastics, leaving them with the impression she is an elitist snob, while Louise decides to teach Harris an expensive life lesson. Jackie has invested everything she has into The Lunch Box and is determined to keep the restaurant running no matter what, leaving some family members to question her actions. |
November 4, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Trucking Live In Front of a Fully Vaccinated Studio Audience The Conners continue to deal with the pandemic while navigating breakups and newfound sobriety, all while planning an upcoming wedding. |
September 22, 2021 |
| 2 |
Education, Corruption, and Damnation After Ben declines Darlene’s proposal, she starts to ponder why she tends to be so negative in life, prompting her to start a journey of self-discovery which leads to Pastor Phil. Meanwhile, newly appointed City Councilman Don Blansky puts Jackie in a tough position as she and Neville are ready to open the new and improved Lunch Box. |
September 29, 2021 |
| 3 |
Sober Sex, Plastic Silverware, and Losing My Religion Part of Becky’s recovery program mandates she make amends with people she has lied to over the years, leading her to meet up again with former high school friend Mikey to apologize for lying to him about her living a successful life. Meanwhile, Darlene visits with Pastor Phil, and Louise continues planning her wedding. |
October 6, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Double Honeymoon and Seeing Double In an effort to save money, Darlene and Ben join Jackie and Neville on a joint honeymoon, where the newlyweds’ cost-saving measures contribute to a tension-filled getaway. Dan, Becky, Harris, Mark and Beverly Rose go to a water park. |
September 21, 2022 |
| 2 |
Scenes From Two Marriages: The Parrot Doth Protest Too Much Jackie moves in with Neville and discovers that being newlyweds produces new problems when Neville shows up to their home with an excess of animals from his vet office. Meanwhile, Darlene and Ben have an argument as Ben points out Darlene is turning into her father. |
September 28, 2022 |
| 3 |
Driving, Dating and Deceit Mark is anxious to get his driver’s license when a job opportunity presents itself across town. Darlene attempts to teach him to drive, but her frantic energy sends him running to Ben for help. Meanwhile, Harris meets a new guy online, whom Becky recognizes from her past. |
October 5, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Publisher Cops Show Pilot Jackie faces problems at the Lunch Box and must take advice from an unexpected guest. Elsewhere, Dan and Darlene take a trip into Chicago. |
February 7, 2024 |
| 2 |
Valentine's Day Treats and Credit Card Cheats Becky decides it's time to introduce Tyler to Beverly Rose, but she is skeptical of Tyler's bonding approach. Elsewhere, Jackie believes someone has hacked Bev's credit card when several frivolous charges show up on the bank statement. |
February 14, 2024 |
| 3 |
Moms and Rats Bev experiences moments of clarity and reflection and asks Jackie to spend the day together in Chicago. Elsewhere, Darlene finds a rat in her home but refuses to let Ben kill it. |
February 21, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
It's Gonna Be a Great Day Darlene celebrates her promotion, hoping it will allow her to spend more time with Ben; Jackie stumbles upon an opportunity to sue the pharmaceutical company responsible for Roseanne's addiction, which sparks a family debate. |
March 26, 2025 |
| 2 |
Fame, Flying Fists and Cold Feet The Conners get a taste of fame when their family restaurant is featured in a reality TV show, which inspires Becky to become an influencer; Jackie and Dan meet with a lawyer; Darlene connects with someone at The Lobo Lounge. |
April 2, 2025 |
| 3 |
Applications, Accusations and a Man-Bag Jackie decides to rejoin the police force despite everyone's concerns; Darlene grows more skeptical about Mark's secretive behavior; Dan and Becky wade through uncomfortable conversations about Roseanne's addiction issues and death. |
April 9, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | ABC |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 16, 2018 |
| Last aired | April 23, 2025 |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Wednesday at 20:00:00 |