That ‘90s Show’s Character Ages Reveal Huge That '70's Show Differences

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That ‘90s Show’s characters are hinted to be quite a bit younger than That ‘70s Show’s characters were when the original series began, which reveals big changes to the key elements of the sitcom. Set 15 and a half years after That ‘70s Show’s ending, Netflix’s That ‘90s Show picks up in 1995 in Point Place, Wisconsin, with many of the original characters returning. However, the sitcom sequel will primarily focus on a new generation of alternative Point Place teens through Eric and Donna’s teenage daughter Leia Forman, who will be staying with Red and Kitty for the summer.

That ‘90s Show’s main cast will include Kurtwood Smith and Debra Jo Rupp returning as Red and Kitty Forman, Callie Haverda as Leia Forman, Mace Coronel as Jay, Ashley Aufderheide as Gwen, Reyn Doi as Ozzie, Maxwell Acee Donovan as Nate, and Samantha Morelos as Nikki. Returning in guest roles are That ‘70s Show’s original actors Topher Grace as Eric, Laura Prepon as Donna, Ashton Kutcher as Kelso, Mila Kunis as Jackie, Wilmer Valderrama as Fez, and Tommy Chong as Leo. It’s unclear how much time will be covered during season 1, but That ‘90s Show’s image suggests a character reunion could take place at a 4th of July celebration.

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While That ‘90s Show’s synopsis that “sex, drugs, and rock ‘n roll never die, they just change clothes” suggests the sequel series will continue the more mature themes of That ‘90s Show, the characters’ ages suggest otherwise. The timeline difference between That ‘70s Show and That ‘90s Show reveals that the new Point Place teens will be a few years younger than the original characters were during That ‘70s Show season 1. As such, while there will inevitably