Were you the biggest Andy Griffith Show fan around when the comedy first appeared on CBS, way back in 1960? The show scored 8 seasons, 249 episodes, and a host of critical recognition for the cast and crew involved: Ron Howard, Andy Griffith and Don Knotts. Let’s take a moment to look at some trivia you might not know yet!
Sheriff Taylor and Opie were introduced on another show!
Now this is a weird bit of Hollywood history, indeed! Sheriff Taylor and Opie, played by Andy Griffith and Ron Howard, first appeared in-character in an episode of Make Room for Daddy. Take that knowledge to the bank or donate it to charity, we don’t care.
Sheriff Taylor And Opie Were Introduced On Another Show
The introduction song had a name.
Composed by Earle Hagen as well as Herbert Spencer, the whistling introduction was titled: ‘The Fishin Hole’. This is one of the most iconic TV theme songs that has ever been!
The Introduction Song Had A Name
