Following the confirmation that an original That ‘70s Show figure will be making a cameo in That ‘90s Show season 2, it looks like the sequel has found a great replacement for one missing element of Eric Forman’s character. Similar to how a few unexpected original characters made cameos in That ‘90s Show season 1, the Netflix show’s return is certain to have more surprises in store regarding That ‘70s Show characters’ appearances. So far, one new cameo from a recurring That ‘70s Show character has already been revealed for That ‘90s Show season 2’s cast, who can also bring back a running gag from the original sitcom.

While confirming that Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher won’t reprise their roles as Jackie and Kelso, it was revealed Seth Green will return as Mitch Miller in That ‘90s Show season 2. Green originally played the role in That ‘70s Show seasons 5 and 6, with Mitch providing a foil to Eric Forman as both shared similar interests and fostered romantic feelings for Donna Pinciotti. The circumstances of Seth Green’s role in That ‘90s Show season 2 are still under wraps, but it’s implied that Mitch will appear in multiple episodes. As such, his larger presence can fill in for an Eric Forman quality the sequel series has lacked.

Mitch’s Return Can Replace Eric’s Star Wars & Pop Culture Obsessions In That ’90s Show Season 2

That ’90s Show has been missing a pop culture-obsessed character like Eric

One of the most memorable aspects of That ‘70s Show was the fact that the characters were able to geek out on pop culture elements from that decade, most notably through the interests of Eric Forman. Eric was often teased by his family and friends for his obsessions with Star Wars, GI Joes, superheroes, and sci-fi media, with the character’s nerd archetype becoming more extreme in the show’s later seasons. While That ‘90s Show season 1 largely found replacements for each of the original characters and the roles they played within the group, the Netflix series was still largely missing a “nerdy” pop culture-obsessed character like Eric.

However, considering Mitch Miller had all the same interests as Eric in That ‘70s Show, his return in That ‘90s Show can fill this gap. While Eric made some Star Wars references in the few minutes that he had in season 1, it’s unclear whether Topher Grace will cameo in That ‘90s Show season 2. As such, Mitch Miller playing a heightened role will be a great way to extend the sequel show’s references to Star Wars, GI Joe, superhero films, and sci-fi and fantasy media in the sequel – but now with all the updates and changes of mid-90s pop culture.

Mitch Is The Perfect Character To Set Up That ’90s Show’s Future Star Wars Resurgence

The Star Wars prequels will arrive soon in That ’90s Show’s timeline

Just as That ‘70s Show season 1 kicked off at the perfect time to send the main characters to the premiere of Star Wars in 1977, That ‘90s Show’s timeline sets up the new generation to enjoy the arrival of the prequel films. With That ‘90s Show season 2 picking back up in the summer of 1996, only three years remain until Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace premieres in 1999. While the new Point Place teens haven’t shown much enthusiasm over the franchise so far, Mitch’s return and fandom may be exactly what That ‘90s Show needs to prepare the new characters and usher in a new Star Wars era for the sitcom.