Theres already a lotThe Connersseason 7has to accomplish.

That said, maybe it isnt too surprising that they wrote off one Darlene storyline in a few sentences.

But when you look at it closely, it becomes obvious there was a better way to handle things.

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Its immediately clear that not one person in her family knows why shed be attending a funeral right now.

Theres not much more exposition beyond that.

Unfortunately, this doesnt exactly play out according to Darlenes expectations.

Darlene in The Conners season 7

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But thats not the only problem with this storyline.

Harris spent all that time and stress on those orders for literally no reason.

Many cared new romance inThe Connersinstead, since thats a storyline that could actually go somewhere.

Sara Gilbert as Darlene in The Conners

The Conners is a continuation of the Roseanne series, focusing on the iconic family members Dan, Jackie, Darlene, Becky, and D.J. Released in 2018, the series explores the family’s challenges with parenthood, dating, unexpected pregnancy, financial pressures, aging, and in-laws within working-class America.

And the fact that Harris doesnt even appear inThe Conners' final season premiere makes it even worse.

Shes gone through a lot to help Darlene get there.

Establishing that her effort benefited her in some way shouldnt be that much to ask.

Seth Green with Ben and Darlene in The Conners

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