On Sunday, February 18, 2007, CW broadcast the last two episodes of Reba The Reba series finale was the 125th episode of the series and was entitled “The Kids are Alright.” Here’s the conclusion of what happened.
After Brock (Christopher Rich) leaves, Barbara Jean (Melissa Peterman) comes back downstairs and is miffed that Van (Steve Howey) and Cheyenne (Joanna Garcia) won’t give her an interview. Reba (Reba McEntire) tells BJ that she thinks her moving to Arkansas is a bit selfish. BJ is incredulous and can’t believe that she’s being faulted for wanting something for herself. Reba tells her how much Brock has changed and BJ replies that he hasn’t. She knows Brock wants things to go back to the way they were, when the world revolved solely around him. Reba says that BJ wants the world to revolve around her. BJ tells Reba that it’s not her problem and Reba says, “I believe that every marriage that can be saved, should be saved. Mine couldn’t but yours still has a chance.” BJ leaves saying that she has to go give her notice to the news station so that they can find someone else to do the weather.
A bit later, in the Hart home, Van thanks Reba for letting them stay with her and comments that he needs to change his smoky shirt. Kyra (Scarlett Pomers) comments that the washing machine’s broken and asks if he has brought his magic butter knife. The two mock each other and Kyra leaves. Cheyenne and Van tell Reba that they believe they need to live there permanently, that they’re obviously not capable of living on their own. Reba surprises them by saying “no.” They can’t believe it but Reba reassures them that they can handle whatever mess they get into, as long as they stick together.
A little later, we see the couple moving back to their home. Reba’s not quite ready for it, knowing that it’s for good this time, but believes it’s for the best. The three are all hugging when Brock enters. Reba asks him if he’s heard anything from BJ and Brock says that he’ll know her decision by watching her broadcast. If there’s a new girl doing the weather then he’ll know that she took the Arkansas job. They turn on the TV and the news anchor begins the show by wishing BJ well in her new job. Brock is crushed and Van, Cheyenne and Reba are all stunned.
BJ enters and Reba tells her that she just can’t believe that BJ’s throwing away her marriage. Reba then says that she can’t let her best friend ruin her life. They’re all shocked that Reba said that BJ was her best friend but Reba admits that it’s true. Reba expects BJ to go crazy but she doesn’t, saying that strangely enough, after all this time, it doesn’t feel like a big deal. Reba’s in shock but BJ bursts out that she was kidding because that’s what best friends do. She screams and gives Reba a big hug.
Brock interrupts the hugging and honestly tells BJ that, if moving to Little Rock would make her happy, then that’s what he wants her to do. He wants her to be happy because he truly loves her. If she’ll have him, he will go with her, wherever she wants to go. He concludes by telling BJ that, without her, there is a hole where his heart used to be. BJ is moved and says that it’s the most beautiful thing she’s ever heard. Brock gives Reba an “I told you so” look. Brock and BJ embrace and BJ tells everyone that she’s not leaving after all. To keep her, the station offered her a serious news job. She says she couldn’t leave Brock and says “every marriage that can be saved, should be.”
Reba says that she is truly happy for both the couples, that things have turned out so well. She says that, “six years ago, I thought I was cursed. But I’m not. I’m blessed. I have the craziest, most dysfunctional, most wonderful life I could imagine. And I love all of you.”
They’re very moved and Van suggests that they take a picture to remember the special moment forever. As he grabs the camera, Reba calls for Kyra and Jake (Mitch Holleman) to come join in. BJ points out that she wants to stand next to her best friend and says, “can you believe it Reba? Six years ago, this family was falling apart and then I came in and I just put everything back together.”
Brock says that’s not exactly how he’d put it but Reba shushes him saying, “Barbra Jean’s right. We got through it all. We’re survivors.” They all smile as the familiar theme music rises and the camera flashes. We see the lovely group photo which fades into the wedding photo from Cheyenne and Van’s wedding. End of series.
There have been rumors that Lifetime or another cable station might want to renew the series or develop a spin-off starring Van and Cheyenne. Unfortunately, there’s no concrete information about these possibilities but we’ll keep you posted. Stay tuned!
I love Reba, Its a great family show. I watch it every day, never miss it.It keeps me in a really good mood. I will be so disapointed if its taken off the air.
this is the only good show on television. Why does it have to get cancled
I am so sorry to see this great family show come to an end. Guess we just took it for granted that it would be around for awhile longer. With most of the networks going for violence and sex and programs not suitable for children under 13, I really pray another network, like Lifetime, picks the series back up. What can we do to YELL louder about this?
KEEP THE SHOW!!
My kids and I watch it together and absolutely LOVE it!! It is one of the few actual FAMILY FRIENDLY tv shows on now.
My kids and I love watching Reba. I hope another station picks the show up otherwise there will be alot of fans very disappointed.
KEEP THE SHOW ON THE AIR
I LOVE IT
I am 38 years old and come from a wonderful era of shows like All In The Family, The Jeffersons, The Dukes Of Hazzard, Full House and Family Matters. The end of Reba marks the end of good family oriented Television. I hope another network brings it back. Thank god for reruns and for networks like The Disney Channel who have shows that kids can actually watch with thier parents without being sent out of the room.
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! I Lovelovelove this show. I really think thers SO much more story to tell!
I live in a small town in Southern Oregon and have alot of famil problems. “Reba’s show” has sure change me around. Please keep it on the air. Please keep this tv family together. I watch it with my son every night either lifetime or CW. I missed the finale and would love to see it. Will it be shown again? thanks kathy B.
I would love it if REBA oould stay on the air. I love the show.
Keep REBA on the air.
ME AND MY FAMILY LOVE WATCHING REBA. KEEP IT ON.
KEEP THE SHOW I LOVE IT.
I love this program. I like watching Cheyenne and Van living with Reba. The series finale episode with Van setting fire to the house was something that Van would do. KEEP THE SHOW. I watch this with my family.
I love watching Reba. It is a very good family oriented program that I am able to watch with my granddaughter and my great grandkids. Everytime they hear the song “I’m a Survivor” starting they run to the room. I would love to still have them on the air.