A: It was the first American drama to shoot entirely on location overseas. Instead of using Hollywood backlots, the studio flew the entire cast and crew to real cities like Hong Kong, Tokyo, and Madrid, changing TV production forever.
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What was the hidden purpose of the bumbling agent’s “shoe phone” in Get Smart?
A: A practical joke. Props crew hid a real working walkie-talkie inside to prank actor Don Adams during live takes.
What real-world agency did the creators of The Man from U.N.C.L.E. consult during production?
A: The UN. The United Nations gave permission to use the “U.N.” name provided the show didn’t make them look incompetent.