Great news for The Conners fans: the first five seasons of the beloved sitcom are finally making their way to on-demand streaming platforms. Thanks to a new global licensing agreement between Werner Entertainment and Lionsgate’s Worldwide Television Distribution Group, as well as Debmar-Mercury, viewers will be able to access The Conners past seasons both on streaming and in syndication.
Previously, fans could only watch earlier seasons of the show through Hulu, but once a new season aired, those episodes would be pulled from the platform. Now, with this new deal, those seasons will be more accessible than ever, allowing fans to relive their favorite moments from the first five years of the series.
This comes at a significant time, as the show has navigated some serious changes, especially after Roseanne Barr’s firing and the death of her character, the matriarch of the Conner family. With the new agreement, the show’s future is looking even brighter, as it also covers future seasons, including the highly anticipated Season 6, which is confirmed but still up in the air as to whether it will be the series’ final season.
What About The Conners Season 6?
While Season 6 is set to air, it’s not clear whether this will be the final season of the sitcom. Executive producer Bruce Helford hinted that Season 6 could be the show’s swan song, and John Goodman, who plays Dan Conner, has expressed that the series may have exceeded expectations in terms of longevity. ABC has been tight-lipped about future plans for the show, but this syndication deal shows that they’re not ready to let go of the Conners family just yet.
For viewers, this also means the sitcom will continue to be part of the TV landscape through reruns, just as its predecessor Roseanne remains a staple in syndication. This deal ensures that fans will be able to rewatch the entire Conners series even after it concludes, ensuring that the franchise’s impact remains strong for years to come.
What’s Next for The Conners?
Given the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, fans may have to wait a bit longer for The Conners to return to their screens. ABC has been adjusting its fall schedule, and The Conners might not premiere until midseason. But with this new deal in place, there’s no doubt that the family’s adventures will continue to be cherished, whether through reruns or new episodes.
Stay tuned for more updates as the final season unfolds!
