Hello and welcome back! It seems like the time has come for another quiz, and it’s a special one! Are you a fan of the Bluth family? It’s time to put your Arrested Development knowledge to the test. Do you like all the characters equally or do you just not care for Gob? Are you truly a devotee or just a Gob Bluth-level illusionist? If you can’t tell your Never-Nudes from your Never-Evers, you might want to grab a Cornballer and start studying. So, get ready to hop on the stair car and take this quiz. And remember, there’s always money in the banana stand… but only for true fans!
The premise of “Arrested Development” is centered around the wealthy and dysfunctional Bluth family, who have lost their fortune due to the illegal business practices of the patriarch, George Bluth Sr. The show follows the family’s attempts to maintain their social status and regain wealth while dealing with various personal and legal issues.
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The Bluths’ debut on TV took place in 2003. The show had a successful three seasons and even being cancelled couldn’t threaten its cult following. Fans were overjoyed when Netflix picked up the story about rich bankrupts for its fourth and fifth season. Sure, the opinions about the quality of these later seasons are divided…but that’s the story for another time.
If you loved watching the show, then you won’t want to miss these hilarious and little-known “Arrested Development” trivia facts! Okay, okay – surely you know some of them already. We can bet a few might surprise you, though.
Did you know who invented the famous chicken dance? Turns out Tony Hale (the actor playing Buster) came up with it on the spot during filming. The dance got the fans hooked, with some of them even getting their groove on with their own versions.
In the episode “Top Banana,” the character of George Michael wears a shirt with the phrase “Mr. Manager” written on it. This is a reference to a running gag in the show where Michael, played by Jason Bateman, is repeatedly referred to as “Mr. Manager” by his family.
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The show’s famous banana stand, which became a recurring motif throughout the series, was actually built for the show and still stands on the Santa Monica Pier.
The show’s writers liked to include hidden jokes and references in props and set pieces. For example, in one episode, a sign on a banana stand reads “Caged Wisdom” – this was a reference to a show that Ron Howard, who served as the show’s narrator, had produced.
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The character of Steve Holt, played by Justin Grant Wade, became a fan favorite despite only appearing in a handful of episodes. The character’s catchphrase, “Steve Holt!”, became a popular meme and even inspired a Twitter account.
The character of Tobias Funke was originally intended to be a one-time guest role, but David Cross’s performance was so popular that the character became a series regular.
Maeby Fünke was supposed to be played by a younger actress, but Alia Shawkat’s audition was so good that the character was aged up to match her age.
The phrase “Arrested Development” is used in two different ways in the show. It refers not only to the family’s stunted emotional growth but also to the show’s unique structure, with each episode containing multiple storylines that are often interrelated.
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Do you remember the show’s famous “never-nude” plot? Allegedly, someone who Mitch Hurwitz (the show’s creator) knew in real life never took off his jean shorts. We don’t know what was that person’s deal, but gymnophobia, or the fear of nudity, is the real thing.
Lucille Bluth, the cold yet hilarious matriarch of the Bluth family, was not intended to stay on the show for long. Lucille’s actress, fantastic Hollywood star Jessica Walter, was merely making a guest appearance. Her brilliant one-liners were so well-received that the character was made a series regular.
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Did you notice Maeby sporting a shirt that has the words “Save Our Bluths” on it in the pilot? This was a nod to the show’s uncertain future at the time, as it hadn’t yet been picked up for a full season.
Are you a true Arrested Development fan? Have you seen all of the Arrested Development episodes? Prove it! Test your knowledge with this quiz.
