That ‘90s Show Must Avoid The Original’s Worst Character Mistake
Netflix’s That ‘90s Show already has a problem concerning its treatment of Hyde, but it can learn from That ‘70s Show’s worst character mistake by avoiding a recast. Almost the entire original main cast of That ‘70s Show is returning for That ‘90s Show, with the lone exception being Danny Masterson, who portrayed the prominent character Steven Hyde. Currently facing trial for multiple charges of sexual assault, Masterson was previously fired from Netflix’s The Ranch in 2017 amidst the initial allegations. Consequently, the actor isn’t being brought back for Netflix’s That ‘70s Show spinoff, which leaves That ‘90s Show with the difficult task of how to approach Hyde’s character.
Considering That ‘70s Show’s original teen actors are only confirmed to return in guest roles, That ‘90s Show doesn’t have to make a grand excuse for Hyde’s absence. Several theories have speculated That ‘90s Show will explain Hyde missing from the action as a prison stint, a new job in the music industry, or even an unexpected death. However, one simple solution often used by sitcoms must be avoided by That ‘90s Show, as the original series already demonstrated how poorly it could be received.
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Back in 2003, That ‘70s Show viewers returned for season 6 to a major surprise: Laurie Forman had been recast. The actress who brilliantly played Eric’s older sister had struggled with alcoholism during her time on the series, which led Laurie to be absent through That ‘70s Show seasons 3 and 4. When Lisa Robin Kelly was set to come back for season 6, her personal struggles returned, leading the sitcom to recast her with Christina Moore. This plan, however, went awry, as
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