ABC Renews 'Roseanne' Revival | THR News

The Roseanne Revival has been renewed by ABC after a successful premiere, reuniting original cast members. The show achieved high ratings, becoming the top-rated scripted broadcast of the season. ABC, facing challenges due to a lack of live sports, sees this as a significant win. The network plans to increase the episode order from 9 to 13. Showrunner Bruce Helford expressed interest in continuing the revival with a manageable episode count. The success of Roseanne is expected to boost advertising rates. Viewers are encouraged to engage with the show and share their thoughts.

What was the initial episode order for the Roseanne Revival before it was increased?

• 22 episodes

• 5 episodes

• 9 episodes

• 13 episodes

Which network benefited from the success of the Roseanne Revival?

• FOX

• CBS

• ABC

• NBC

What was one of the reasons for ABC's struggle in ratings before Roseanne's success?

• Technical issues during broadcasts

• High competition from streaming services

• Poor weather conditions

• Lack of live sports

What is the maximum number of episodes Bruce Helford mentioned they might aim for annually?

• 22 episodes

• 10 to 12 episodes

• 5 episodes

• 15 episodes

Why is a full 22-episode season unlikely for the Roseanne Revival?

• Budget constraints

• Cast's other commitments

• Network scheduling conflicts

• Lack of audience interest