Screech, portrayed by Dustin Diamond, was not a main character in the Saved by the Bell revival series due to an in-universe storyline that explained his absence by placing him off-world.
In the first season of the Saved by the Bell reboot, the reason for Screech's disappearance from Bayside High and his friends' lives was creatively revealed within the show's narrative:
- International Space Station Residency: Screech, along with his iconic robot companion, Kevin, had relocated to the International Space Station. This storyline explained why he was not physically present with the returning cast members in the new series.
This decision provided a whimsical yet definitive explanation for the beloved character's absence, maintaining the show's lighthearted tone while acknowledging his enduring presence within the broader Saved by the Bell universe.