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Dan Levy Reveals "Fold in Cheese" Origin
31 Jan
Summary
- Dan Levy shared the behind-the-scenes story of the iconic "fold in the cheese" scene.
- Catherine O'Hara's character Moira Rose famously mispronounced "enchilada" as "onchilada."
- O'Hara expressed a strong desire for a Schitt's Creek revival or movie.
Dan Levy, co-creator of the beloved Canadian sitcom Schitt's Creek, has shed light on the genesis of one of its most memorable comedic moments: the "fold in the cheese" scene. This iconic bit, featured in the show's second season, highlights the character Moira Rose's, portrayed by Catherine O'Hara, unique culinary explanations.
Levy recounted to Variety that the humor arose from O'Hara's character consistently mispronouncing "enchilada" as "onchilada." The scene further escalates as Moira attempts to guide David Rose through a recipe, hilariously failing to articulate the simple instruction to "fold in the cheese."
Catherine O'Hara, who earned accolades including an Emmy and a Golden Globe for her role as Moira, has expressed a strong desire for a revival of the series. She stated in 2024 that she would enthusiastically welcome the opportunity to reunite with the cast and crew for a movie or a new installment.
The series concluded its run in 2020. O'Hara's performance as Moira Rose was a standout, contributing significantly to the show's widespread critical acclaim and dedicated fan base. The "fold in the cheese" moment remains a fan favorite.
