Roseanne Season 2 Episode 15
Roseanne
Season 2

Ep 15. An Officer and a Gentleman

  • TV-PG
  • January 23, 1990
  • 21 min
  • 8.1  (309)

Roseanne is an American television sitcom that airs on ABC. The show follows the daily lives of the Conner family, a working-class family in Illinois, as they deal with everyday struggles in their personal and professional lives.

In season 2, episode 15 titled "An Officer and a Gentleman," Darlene is struggling with her feelings for her boyfriend, David, who has just joined the Junior ROTC program at their school. Meanwhile, Dan is dealing with some issues at his job, and Roseanne is trying to juggle her responsibilities as a mother and a working woman.

The episode starts with Darlene struggling to come to terms with David's decision to join Junior ROTC. She feels that David has changed since joining the program and doesn't understand why he would want to join the military. Her parents, Roseanne and Dan, try to offer her advice, but she's too stubborn to listen.

Meanwhile, Dan is having problems at work. He and his partner, Leon, are not getting along, and it's causing tension on the job. Dan is frustrated and doesn't know what to do. He confides in Roseanne, who suggests that he talk to Leon and try to work things out.

Roseanne is also dealing with her own issues. She's trying to balance her responsibilities as a mother and a working woman. She's feeling overwhelmed and stressed out, and it's affecting her relationships with her children. She confides in Jackie, who suggests that she take some time for herself and do something she enjoys.

As the episode continues, Darlene attends the Junior ROTC ceremony to show her support for David. However, she's surprised to see how much he has changed since joining the program. David talks about how the program has given him direction and purpose, and how he wants to make a difference in the world. Darlene starts to see David in a different light and begins to understand his decision to join the military.

Dan finally confronts Leon and they have a heart-to-heart conversation. They both express their frustrations and concerns, and come to a mutual understanding. They agree to work together to resolve their issues and improve their partnership on the job.

Roseanne takes Jackie's advice and takes some time for herself. She goes out and does something she enjoys – bowling. While she's there, she runs into an old friend, whom she hasn't seen in years. They catch up on old times and Roseanne has a great time.

The episode ends with Darlene and David talking about their feelings for each other. They both express their love and support for each other, and Darlene tells David that she understands his decision to join Junior ROTC and the military.

Overall, "An Officer and a Gentleman" is a heartwarming episode that deals with a variety of issues that many families face. It highlights the importance of communication, understanding, and support in dealing with everyday struggles. The episode showcases great character development for both Darlene and David, and shows how they are growing and changing as individuals. The episode also offers a glimpse into the challenges and rewards of working in a partnership, whether it's in a personal or professional setting.

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  • First Aired
    January 23, 1990
  • Content Rating
    TV-PG
  • Runtime
    21 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.1  (309)