Hidden Bits of Trivia from the ‘Andy Griffith Show’

Published on 04/17/2017
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Andy’s home address also changes consistently.

Before DVR and instant streaming, production staffs didn’t seem to care as much about continuity. As a result little things like a character’s home address would end up changing.

Andy’s Home Address Also Changes Consistently

Andy’s Home Address Also Changes Consistently

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Opie was named after a musician.

Ron Howard’s character Opie was named after the famous band leader, Opie Cates. Cates was famous in the ‘30s and ‘40s and left quite the impression on Andy Griffith.

Opie Was Named After A Musician

Opie Was Named After A Musician

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