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| Introducing Jimmy Meltrigger |
ABC
September 12, 1989
Sitcom
DVD
B-
For the '89-90 season, Roseanne got moved to 9 p.m., with The Wonder Years taking its old slot after Who's the Boss? Roseanne went from #2 in the ratings to #1. (WtB dropped from #7 to #13, still very good.) So this season-opener, which breaks another taboo, was seen by a lot of people that night. It's odd watching it now, when TV has gotten much cruder, but I honestly can't think of another series of the time (maybe Married with Children) that could build an entire plot around a fart, without actually using the word "fart." Becky passes gas while giving a speech in front of the entire Student Council, including her date for the evening, Jimmy Meltrigger (Stephen Dorff in his first of three appearances). Darlene, whose attempt to compliment Becky earlier in the episode is rebuffed, is thrilled of course. Dan and Roseanne try to be good, supportive parents, despite their amusement. I didn't find the episode hilarious, but when Crystal brings over a large sympathy card, I did chuckle. This is the only Roseanne episode written by Allan Katz, who did a couple for M*A*S*H.
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