Ep 14. The Bowling Show
- TV-PG
- January 21, 1992
- 21 min
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7.4 (242)
In Roseanne season 4 episode 14 titled "The Bowling Show," the Conner family is excited to participate in their annual bowling tournament. However, tensions rise when Dan loses his most prized possession, his lucky bowling ball, and blames Roseanne for bringing the wrong bag to the tournament. As they search for the ball, each family member's true colors and quirks come to light.
Meanwhile, Darlene has a new crush on a boy from her school but is shy to admit it. She seeks advice from her older sister Becky who encourages her to be confident and go for it. However, when Darlene finally works up the courage to talk to the boy, things don't go as planned.
The episode also explores the dynamics between Jackie and her boyfriend Fisher, who is a recovering alcoholic. Jackie is trying to be supportive but struggles with the idea of limiting her own drinking around him. This leads to a heart-to-heart conversation and a deeper understanding of Fisher's journey to sobriety.
As the bowling tournament gets underway, the Conner family faces a new challenge when their arch-rivals, the Ledbetter family, arrive with their secret weapon - a high-tech bowling ball, leaving them feeling intimidated and unsure of their chances of winning.
Despite the odds, the Conners prove to be skilled bowlers and put up a good fight, but the Ledbetter family ultimately wins the tournament. As everyone heads home, Dan suddenly remembers where he left his lucky bowling ball and the family is left to wonder what could have been if they had it during the tournament.
Overall, "The Bowling Show" is a fun and light-hearted episode that showcases the familiar dynamics of the Conner family and their competitive spirit, as well as touching upon more serious issues such as addiction and self-confidence.