That '90s Show season 2: Release date, trailer and latest news for Netflix comedy

With an official trailer for the anticipated second season now having been released, excitement only continues to build.

Of course, That '90s Show is a spin-off of That '70s Show, and follows Leia Forman (Callie Haverda), the daughter of Eric and Donna from the original series, as she visits her grandparents in Point Place for the summer.

While they made an appearance in season 1, though, it's been confirmed that original series cast members Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher won't be appearing in season 2 of the spin-off.

Speaking to Entertainment Tonight (via TVLine), Kunis said: "I mean, we did our thing and they introduced our son in the show."

As for the rest of the cast, all the main characters will be returning, with Don Stark also reprising his original That '70s Show character of Bob Pinciotti.

While he only appeared in one episode of season 1, he's set to be in an expanded role in season 2 - so OG fans will surely be delighted.

Speaking previously about the season 2 renewal, series co-creator, executive producer and showrunner Gregg Mettler said: "All of us at That ‘90s Show were beyond excited by the warm, enthusiastic response to our first season.

"We can’t wait to return to Point Place for another summer of laughs and surprises. Hello, 1996!"

So, what will the new season of That '90s Show be about and who is set to return? Read on for everything we know so far about season 2.

When is the That '90s Show season 2 release date?

That '90s Show is returning for more laughs in two separate instalments this time around, with season 2 part 1 being released on Thursday 27th June and the following eight episodes then dropping later on in the year, on Thursday 24th October.

While Netflix has previously come under fire from fans over its quick-handed approach to cancelling shows, it seems as though this sitcom was an easy 'yes', securing a renewal soon after the first season landed in January 2023.

The two-part release approach also follows suit in the vein of other popular shows on the streamer, including Bridgerton, Stranger Things and The Crown.

That '90s Show season 2 cast

While the series is a spin-off of That '70s Show, the cast of young talent are all set to reprise their roles for season 2.

Fans of the original series were treated to some special guest star appearances from the '70s cast back in season 1, but it looks as though Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher will not be reappearing as Jackie and Kelso.

As for other fan favourites from the original, we'll be seeing a lot more of Bob Pinciotti in season 2 as the actor, Don Stark, has been confirmed for an expanded season 2 role. He's set to return to town this season, where he'll reconnect with Kitty (Debra Jo Rupp) and Red (Kurtwood Smith).

Played by Laura Prepon, Bob's daughter, Donna, will also be the only younger original cast member that will return for season 2 of That '90s Show.

The list of That '90s Show season 1 cast that will be returning for season 2 is as follows:

• Callie Haverda as Leia
• Kurtwood Smith as Red
• Debra Jo Rupp as Kitty
• Mace Coronel as Jay
• Ashley Aufderheide as Gwen
• Sam Morelos as Nikki
• Reyn Doi as Ozzie
• Maxwell Acee Donovan as Nate
• Don Stark as Bob Pinciotti
• Laura Prepon as Donna

What will That '90s Show season 2 be about?

That '70s Show co-creators Bonnie and Terry Turner also co-created That '90s Show along with their daughter Lindsey Turner and Mettler – so we're sure we'll get another dose of fun-loving nostalgia in the second season.

According to reports, season 2 will total up to 16 episodes rather than season 1's 10-parter, with the episodes releasing in two parts.

As for what it'll be about, with Mettler saying that we're set to "return to Point Place for another summer of laughs and surprises", it seems as though the new season will be framed around the following year's summer.

The official season 2 synopsis reads: "Hello, Wisconsin! Leia Forman is back in her grandparents’ basement with her Point Place friends. It’s the summer of 1996, which means the gang is a year older and a year wiser – or so you’d hope.

"Now that school is out, this leaves room for more hook-ups, break-ups, and as much trouble as the friends can get into behind Red and Kitty’s backs."

So, rather than changing the format of the show to take place during Leia's school year, she'll be returning to her grandparent's home once more for a summer of adventure.

In an interview with Collider, series star Reyn Doi also commented ahead of the series renewal and said he thought the series creators' plan was "to do every season in the summer".

Season 1 ended with a surprise almost-kiss between Leia and Nate, so we can be sure that this potential romantic storyline will rear its head in season 2. Will it end in disaster in terms of the friendship group dynamics now, though?

Speaking about her character's potential in season 2, Haverda (who plays Leia) previously said in an interview with ComingSoon: "Yeah, I’m praying for a season 2 because I think there’s so many different things that we could see Leia do.

"All of the characters, I think there’s so much that we can do with all of their storylines and just continue to see them grow. I’m excited to see the different relationships, like what Leia will do and what will end up happening.

"Yeah, I really hope we get to continue that on because I think there’s a lot of good material there."

Is there a trailer for That '90s Show season 2?

Yes! In fact, fans of the show have been treated to both an official trailer and a teaser.

The teaser for season 2 was released last month and can be watched below:

The longer trailer for the new series can also be enjoyed below:

That '90s Show season 2 part 1 will be released on Thursday 27th June. Season 1 is available to stream on Netflix now.

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