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Feeny's Fury: Actor Nearly Quit Boy Meets World Pilot
11 Nov
Summary
- William Daniels threatened to leave the show over script issues.
- Creator Michael Jacobs rewrote the entire pilot script overnight.
- A different actor was sought for Eric Matthews before Friedle was cast.
William Daniels, the actor portraying Mr. Feeny, expressed significant dissatisfaction with the initial script for the 'Boy Meets World' pilot, even threatening to quit. Daniels, known for his high standards, felt the original script made his character appear foolish for comedic effect. Creator Michael Jacobs responded by completely rewriting the script overnight to meet Daniels' expectations.
This drastic measure successfully convinced Daniels to stay with the show, and the pilot was filmed, leading to ABC ordering the series. Prior to these developments, the network also expressed concerns about the casting of Eric Matthews. This led to a search for a new actor, ultimately resulting in Will Friedle securing the role.
