WARNING! This article contains SPOILERS for That ’90s Show part 3!With a cliffhanger ending that leaves the summer of 1996 in a complicated spot, there are plenty of unanswered questions and mysteries forThat ‘90s Showpart 4 to address when the sitcom returns. Arriving 19 years afterThat ‘70s Show’s ending, Netflix’sThat ‘90s Showhas resolved several unfinished storylines and answered long-burning questions about the original series’ gang. However, while some mysteries still remain about the original characters,That ‘90s Showpart 3’s complex dynamics and twists create a slew of questions about Point Place’s new generation of teens as they wrap up the summer of 1996.
InThat ‘90s Showpart 3’s ending, Donna Pinciotti reveals that Eric got his dream job working with Star Wars’ George Lucas at the Skywalker Ranch in California. Donna gives Leia the option to stay in Point Place for the school year – until the teens are caught sneaking onto the roof of the high school. In addition to thequestions about Leia’s future in Point Place and the fate of her romance with Jay,That ‘90s Showpart 4 needs to address other loose ends regardingThat ‘70s Showfigures, storylines with the new teens, and potential character returns.
10Will Leia Permanently Move To Point Place?
Will Donna Change Her Mind?
The biggest lingering question afterThat ‘90s Showpart 3 regards the status of Leia Forman potentially moving to Point Place full-time. So far, Leia has been living in Chicago full-time with her parents Donna and Eric Forman, but comes to Point Place over summer break to stay with her grandparents Red and Kitty while hanging out with her friends in the iconic basement. It seemed as if this would remain the format for That ‘90s Showeach season, butpart 4 may change this by having Leia permanently live in Point Place.
Donna revealed to Leia that sinceEric’s newStar Warsjobmeans he has to move to California full-time, she can either come with them to California, stay in Chicago, or move to Point Place with Red and Kitty. Donna herself revealed that she would split her time between Eric in California and Leia in Point Place. However,when Donna caught Leia sneaking out of the Formans’ home and climbing up Point Place High’s rooftop, her demeanor changedand it seemed as if she may not let Leia stay in town.
Netflix has yet to officially renewThat ’90s Showfor part 4.
Donna didn’t want the teens to “corrupt” Leia, and was already hesitant to let Kitty watch over her daughter full-time due to how much Eric’s parents ignored their own illicit activities growing up. Catching Leia smoking pot and illegally sneaking onto the school’s roof may be the nail in the coffin, suggesting Donna might make Leia move to California with her and Eric instead. IfThat ‘90s Showpart 4returns, thereneeds to be a solid answer about whether Leia will move to Point Place or go to California with her parents.
9Are Jay & Leia Still Together After He Stole Kitty’s Keys?
Leia Was Last Seen Blaming Jay For “Ruining Everything”
WhileThat ‘90s Showpart 1’s endingsuggested that Leia and Jay would break up after she nearly kissed Nate, the couple was strong throughout parts 2 and 3. Leia and Jay even took their relationship to the next level by sleeping together inThat ‘90s Showpart 3, but his actions in the finale could lead to disaster. In order to sneak up to the rooftop, Jay stole Kitty’s keys to the school, as she now works there as a nurse duringThat ‘90s Show.Leia asked Jay not to take the keys as it could result in Kitty being fired, but he ignored herand did so anyway.
If Jay and Leia break up, there will be a huge change to the teen That ‘90s Show characters’ group dynamic in upcoming episodes.
When Jay reveals that he took the keys, Leia storms off and says that he “just ruined everything.” WithLeia blaming Jay for getting in troubleand potentially denying her the opportunity to move to Point Place, it’s possible that this fight will lead to them breaking up inThat ‘90s Showpart 4. If Jay and Leia break up, there will be a huge change to the teenThat ‘90s Showcharacters’ group dynamic in upcoming episodes.
8Will Eric Forman Ever Appear In That ’90s Show Again?
Eric’s New Job Makes Another Return Less Likely
Also among the most pressing questions forThat ‘90s Showis whether Eric Forman will return to the sitcom.Eric appeared for a cameo inThat ‘90s Show’s series premiere, but hasn’t been seen on-screen again despite being the father of the sitcom’s main teen character and the son of the two main adult characters. Additionally, Laura Prepon frequently appears as Donna Pinciotti inThat ‘90s Showas she visits Leia from Chicago, making Eric’s absence more noticeable. AfterTopher Grace’s Eric Forman was missing fromThat ‘90s Showparts 2 and 3, his return in part 4 seems unlikely.
Where Topher Grace’s Eric Forman Is During That ‘90s Show Part 3
Topher Grace still doesn’t return as Eric Forman in That ’90s Show part 3, but the sitcom gives a compelling new reason for his absence.
However, it seems inevitable that Eric will return at least once more inThat ‘90s Show. Whether that be a Christmas special, major life event for Leia, or biggerThat ‘70s Showreunion to close out the series,it will be more difficult to avoid showing Eric as the series goes on. Though his new job in California is a credible excuse for his absence inThat ‘90s Showpart 4, there’s always the possibility for another Eric cameo in the future.
7Where Is Laurie Forman During That ’90s Show?
Laurie Is Referenced By Kitty A Few Times In That ’90s Show
After largely ignoring the character in parts 1 and 2,That ‘90s Showpart 3 addresses Laurie Formanmore directly through a few references by Kitty. Laurie is mentioned when Kitty discusses the struggles of raising a teenage daughter, noting how she once robbed a Kmart with her pastor (presumablyThat ‘70s Show’s Pastor Dave). Though her Kmart crime could mean that she is actually in jail duringThat ‘90s Show,the sitcom hasn’t explicitly revealed exactly where Laurie Forman is and what she’s been up to in the mid-’90s.
6Will Betsy Kelso Return To Point Place?
Is Betsy Kelso Back At School In That ’90s Show Part 4?
One of the biggest wishes forThat ‘90s Showwas to introduce a grown-up Betsy Kelso, and part 3 finally delivered. Kira Kosarin joinedThat ‘90s Showpart 3 as Betsy Kelso, the daughter of Michael Kelso who was born inThat ‘70s Showseason 7. It’simplied that Betsy is now in college, so she may be absent fromThat ‘90s Showpart 4if it’s set during the school year instead of summer. However, with Betsy helping to reveal more about theKelso family tree, it would be exciting to see her return in part 4.
5Will Nikki & Nate Stay Together In That ’90s Show Part 4?
Nate & Nikki Finally Get Back Together In That ’90s Show Part 3’s Ending
Though Jay and Leia stayed together after the chaos of Nate and Leia’s almost-kiss, Nate and Nikki didn’t. Nate broke up with Nikki inThat ‘90s Showpart 2, though the couple still hooked up after their split and clearly still had feelings for each other. While Nate dated Betsy and Nikki dated Theo throughoutThat ‘90s Showpart 3, the two finally got back together in the finale episode. WhileNate and Nikki will likely be together whenThat ‘90s Showpart 4 returns, there’s still the question of how long their reunion will last.
Officially debunking the long-standingtheory that Hyde could be Gwen’s father,That ‘90s Showpart 3 finally introduces Gwen’s dad, Otis, a trucker who infrequently comes back to Point Place to visit her. After meeting Gwen’s dad, the mystery around her half-brother’s father still remains.That ‘90s Showpart 1 made a few references toNate’s father being a baseball player in Japan named Brian.That ‘90s Showpart 4 now has the opportunity to solve the mystery of Brian and Sherri’s backstory and why he’s not around for Nate as a teenager.
3What Exactly Happened To Donna’s Mother Midge After That ’70s Show?
Midge’s Fate Has Been Left Vague In That ’90s Show
That ‘90s Showhas addressed the fates of the majority ofThat ‘70s Show’s main characters, including theForman family members, Donna and Bob Pinciotti, Jackie Burkhart, Michael Kelso, and Fez. However, some characters’ lives afterThat ‘70s Showare still very vague or are complete mysteries. One characterfate that has been somewhat ambiguous is that of Donna’s mother, Midge Pinciotti (Tanya Roberts), a belovedThat ‘70s Showcharacter.
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While her absence from Netflix’s series is explained by Roberts tragically passing away in 2021, the sitcom has been vague about what actually happened to her. It’s beenimplied that Midge died beforeThat ‘90s Show, but the Pinciottis and Formans haven’t revealed how or when. While Bob is tearful about finding Midge’s old clothes in part 3, Donna hasn’t made any direct references to her mother’s fate, leaving thedetails of what happened to Leia’s grandmother a mystery.
2What Happened To Hyde & Where Is He During That ’90s Show?
Hyde Hasn’t Been Mentioned In That ’90s Show
Still unaddressed byThat ‘90s Showpart 3 is the fate ofSteven Hyde, the only main teenage character fromThat ‘70s Showto not return in the sequel series. Netflix hasn’t made an official statement, but the character’s absence fromThat ‘90s Showis presumably explained by actor Danny Masterson’s legal troubles and conviction on two counts of rape in 2023. Outside the actor’s behind-the-scenes actions,That ‘90s Showstill hasn’t addressed any details about Hyde, despite the fact that he was Eric’s best friend and essentially a surrogate son to Red and Kitty.
That ‘90s Show May Have Just Confirmed Its New Hyde Replacement Over A Year Later
That 90s Show replaces Hyde’s character with a new character and presents the differences between their characters throughout the show.
While there’s no need to have Hyde appear inThat ‘90s Show, themystery remains of what happened to him afterThat ‘70s Showand where he is in the mid-’90s. Hyde was still living in Point Place at the end ofThat ‘70s Show, but there’s no indication that he’s still in town or has any strong personal connections to the location inThat ‘90s Show’s timeline. It’s unclear whether the show will ever mention Hyde, which means the details of his fate are confined to fan theories and speculation.
1Will That ’90s Show Part 4 Break Formula & Take Place During The School Year?
That ’90s Show Part 3 Sets Up A Big Change For The Sitcom
Since Leia was still living in Chicago full-time, it appearedThat ‘90s Showwould only take place during summer break each season. However, now that she may be moving to Point Place,That ‘90s Showpart 4 could officially break the sitcom’s formula by being set during the school year. The series has never shown these teens at school, whereasThat ‘70s Showoften included storylines at Point Place High. The change of setting depends on whether Donna still agrees to let Leia move to Point Place, but offers a fresh new angle forThat ‘90s Show’s future and dynamics.
That ’90s Show
Cast
That ’70s Show returns set two decades later with That ’90s Show, acting as a sequel but bringing back old cast favorites. Led by Red (Kurtwood Smith) and Kitty (Debra Jo Rupp) Forman, the new cast arrives as the next generation, with the daughter of Eric and Donna, Leia Forman, leading the charge. Spending the summer with her grandparents, Leia makes new friends and forges new bonds in Point Place, Wisconsin. That ’70s Show series regulars make cameos in the show to maintain that sense of familiarity, and the show adopts the conventions of the ’90s as expected. That ’90s Show first aired on Netflix with a total of ten episodes.
That ’70s Show
That ‘70s Show was one of Fox’s most popular sitcoms upon its release in 1998. Starring Topher Grace (Eric Forman), Laura Prepon (Donna Pinciotti), Mila Kunis (Jackie Burkhart), Danny Masterson (Steven Hyde), Wilmer Valderrama (Fez), and Ashton Kutcher (Michael Kelso), That ‘70s Show revolves around the teens’ mishaps as they grow up in Point Place Wisconsin in the 1970s.
