The Untold Story of Full House's Pilot Episode: From John Posey to Bob Saget
Jodie Sweetin, known for her role in Full House, recently shared insights about the show's pilot episode. Initially, actor John Posey portrayed the character of Danny Tanner in the unaired pilot. However, creator Jeff Franklin always had Bob Saget in mind for the role. Despite Saget's prior commitment to another show, he eventually became available, leading to a reshoot of the pilot episode.
Sweetin, who played Stephanie Tanner, highlighted Franklin's determination to cast Saget as Danny Tanner. The decision to recast the role proved to be the right one, as Saget's portrayal of the character became iconic in the hit sitcom that aired from 1987 to 1995. Sweetin later reprised her role in the Netflix spin-off, Fuller House.
While Posey initially portrayed Danny Tanner, he later learned that ABC was considering Saget for the role. The recasting decision was made after the show was picked up for a full season. Posey reflected on the experience, acknowledging the challenges of having to reshoot the pilot with a new actor in the lead role.
Despite the initial casting changes, Full House went on to become a beloved series, with Saget's portrayal of Danny Tanner leaving a lasting impact on viewers. The behind-the-scenes story of the pilot episode sheds light on the intricate casting process and the eventual success of the show.