Ep 2. We're in the Money

Roseanne is a classic American sitcom that first aired in 1988 and ran for nine seasons. It starred comedian Roseanne Barr as the titular character, a working-class mother of three living in the fictional town of Lanford, Illinois. Season 1 episode 2, titled "We're in the Money," follows the Connor family as they come into a small fortune.

The episode starts off with Roseanne and her husband Dan struggling to pay their bills and make ends meet. Roseanne gets a call from the phone company and discovers that they have overpaid their bill by a significant amount. Instead of returning the money, they decide to go on a shopping spree and treat themselves to some luxuries they haven't been able to afford before.

The first thing on their list is a new couch, something they have been wanting for a long time. They head to the furniture store and pick out a bright and colorful one that catches their eye. While they are there, Roseanne and Dan also buy a new TV, a VCR, and some other electronics.

Next, they go to the mall and splurge on some new clothes for themselves and their children. They also buy some fancy new cosmetics and designer sunglasses, feeling like they have hit the jackpot. They run into one of their neighbors, Nancy, who is a bit of a snob and looks down on the Connors for their working-class status. They show off their new purchases to her, rubbing it in her face a little bit.

Back at home, Roseanne and Dan are enjoying their new purchases when there is a knock at the door. It's the phone company, who has come to collect the money they overpaid. Roseanne and Dan try to play it cool, but they know they are busted. They have to return everything they bought and are left feeling disappointed.

The episode ends with Roseanne and Dan sitting on their old couch, feeling defeated. They realize that they should have been more responsible with the money, but they couldn't resist the temptation to live a little. They vow to be more careful in the future and appreciate what they have, even if it's not much.

"We're in the Money" is a classic episode of Roseanne that captures the struggles of working-class families and the temptation of sudden wealth. It showcases the show's signature mix of humor and heart, with Roseanne and Dan's antics providing plenty of laughs while also highlighting their deep love for each other and their children. It's a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone who appreciates good sitcoms.