Ep 12. Santa Claus
- TV-PG
- December 24, 1991
- 21 min
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8.1 (269)
In Roseanne season 4 episode 12 titled "Santa Claus," the Conner family gets into the holiday spirit as Christmas approaches. The episode starts with Roseanne and her husband Dan attending a Christmas party at work. However, the party turns out to be a disaster when their boss Hal gets drunk and makes inappropriate comments.
Back at home, the Conner kids are excited about Christmas and can't wait for Santa Claus to arrive. Darlene is sad because her father doesn't believe in Santa Claus and won't let them leave out cookies and milk for him. The family decides to make their own Santa Claus by using Dan's work uniform as a costume.
Meanwhile, Roseanne's sister Jackie is experiencing a different pressure associated with the holiday season. She is feeling insecure about the fact that she's single and hasn't found a partner yet. Roseanne tries to reassure her, but Jackie can't help but feel lonely.
The Conner family decides to make a pact and do something for others instead of focusing on themselves. They plan to go to a nursing home and entertain the residents with Christmas carols and cheer. However, when they arrive, they discover that the residents are not very responsive to their efforts. They start to feel discouraged but eventually, the residents start to enjoy the holiday spirit too.
Overall, the episode revolves around the importance of coming together as a family during the holiday season and sharing joy with others. The Conner family recognizes the true meaning of Christmas and puts aside their own problems to help others who may be feeling alone. The episode is heartwarming and a perfect addition to any holiday watchlist.