This Tuesday the Roseanne revival had a double episode premiere on ABC . 23 million viewers tuned in for the beloved sitcom's return . 21 years later, it is fresher than ever and back in the top spot! 30 years ago Roseanne changed television with its realistic portrayal of an unapologetic working-class family with the matriarch as its star. It was feminist, body-positive, outspoken about gay rights, domestic abuse, and much more. Roseanne originally ran for 9 seasons on ABC from 1988-1997 and was l ed by stand-up comedian Roseanne Barr , who became an advocate for pushing the boundaries of television censorship. A great sitcom can make you feel right at home, and by episode 2 of the Roseanne revival the cast already feels lived-in. One thing that hasn't changed all this time: the struggle is still real. Darlene has lost her job and is forced to move back in. Becky wants to become a s...