The Untold Truth About 'Gilligan's Island'

Credits Mishap

The original credits roll for the show was a total mess. Two major characters weren't even mentioned! In fact, the last person mentioned was Tina Louise who was then followed by "and the rest." Bob Denver had to tell producers that Russell Johnson and Dawn Wells should be added to the opening credits.

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