How to Relive the ’90s with That ’90s Show on Netflix

Premiere Date for That ’90s Show

That ’90s Show had its premiere on Netflix on January 19. This show is a nostalgic trip back to Point Place, Wisconsin, bringing with it a blend of familiar and new faces.

Meet the Cast and Characters

The cast includes beloved characters from That ’70s Show, such as Red and Kitty Forman. Debra Jo Rupp, who plays Kitty, shared her delight:It was really fun seeing everyone searching, trying to find their character again. Kurtwood Smith reprises his role as Red Forman and mentions that you’ll hear “dumbass” many times throughout the new show.

A Peek Into the Set Design

The producers ensured that the new set would be reminiscent of the original one. As co-creator Terry Turner shared:We figured Red and Kitty would redecorate, but they would do it with wallpaper, not with major additions. Making the basement a nostalgic hub, they reintroduced old living room furniture from That ’70s Show. Each piece was carefully rebuilt to reflect the characters’ history.

New Faces with a Nostalgic Touch

The storyline centers on Eric and Donna’s daughter, Leia, who spends the summer with her grandparents. She forms a new group of friends that includes Jackie and Kelso’s son. Laura Prepon, who portrayed Donna in the original series, has made significant strides in her career and now directs episodes of That ’90s Show.Laura is directing now as well, she directed half of the shows this year, said Kurtwood Smith.

A Cultural Tribute

The show is packed with references to ’90s culture like Donkey Kong and Riot Grrrl movement—though some argue these touches are more surface-level shout-outs. As Debra Jo Rupp humorously noted about Kitty’s kitchen updates:I found them a little frightening—and they were everywhere. Now the owls are gone.

The first batch of episodes from Season 2 was released on June 27, with the next batch slated for October 24 release on Netflix. For those ready to indulge in some nostalgia mixed with new tales, That ’90s Show promises familiar warmth intertwined with fresh storylines.