Schitt’s Creek: 10 BTS Details Every Fan Should Know
The Glow-up No One Saw Coming
Take a peek behind the curtain of Schitt's Creek and discover the hilarious accidents, creative sparks and unexpected inspirations that shaped TV’s most lovable town.
The Curious Case Of Moira's Accent
Moira’s unusual and unforgettable accent wasn’t something the cast or crew heard beforehand. Catherine O’Hara kept the vocal styling completely under wraps until her very first filmed scene. The moment she opened her mouth, everyone realized they were witnessing something strange, dramatic, and perfect for Moira. The team had no rehearsal preview or warning.
Alexis’s Signature Hand Gesture Has A Kardashian Connection
The iconic Alexis hand gesture, delicate wrists, floating movements, exaggerated poise, originated from Annie Murphy studying how Kardashians hold their handbags. She imagined what those movements would look like without the actual purse and then added an extra flourish. Annie joked that she created the motion late at night by flipping her wrist and stacking another gesture on top.
The Episode Dan Levy Wrote To Annoy His Father, Eugene Levy
There’s a scene where water drips from the motel ceiling onto Johnny’s head, drenching his perfectly groomed hair. While the moment is comedic gold for viewers, Eugene Levy genuinely hated filming it. The constant dripping, the carefully timed reactions, and the uncomfortable sensation made it one of his least favorite shooting days.
Moira and David’s Christmas Medley Was Going To Be A Solo Act
During the planning of the Christmas medley performance, the writers intended for Moira to sing alone. Catherine O’Hara, however, suggested that Dan Levy should join her, feeling it would make the moment more meaningful and comedic. To convince him, she even recorded a voice memo demonstrating the harmonies he should sing.
Emily Hampshire Dream Of Playing Sally Bowles Came True Unexpectedly
Long before Schitt’s Creek, Emily Hampshire dreamed of playing Sally Bowles in Cabaret. She even told Dan Levy about this back in Season 1, jokingly asking if the show could ever include a musical. Emily never imagined that Stevie, her quiet, grounded character, would actually perform the role. When the Cabaret storyline happened, it felt surreal.
Dustin Milligan Used Boxes Or Stretched Dramatically To Kiss Annie Murphy
In real life, Annie Murphy and Dustin Milligan are very close in height. However, because Alexis wears high heels in nearly every scene, Dustin often ended up shorter than her during romantic moments. He joked that he had to stretch forward like an “ungodly giraffe” or stand on a box whenever Ted kissed Alexis. It became a running behind-the-scenes joke for the cast.
Catherine Suggested Moira's Quirk Of Ever-changing Lineup Of Wigs
Moira’s endless rotation of wigs didn’t originate in the writers’ room, it came straight from Catherine O’Hara. She suggested that the character should constantly change hairstyles inspired by her chaotic, performative lifestyle. The idea quickly became a defining visual trait of Moira, turning her wig wall into a cultural icon. Each wig subtly reflected her mood, her ambitions, or her melodramatic flair.
Annie Murphy Added “David” Everywhere
After Annie Murphy accidentally found the exact tone for Alexis’s iconic “Ew, David,” she became obsessed with the delivery. She loved it so much that she began slipping the word “David” into as many lines as possible, almost like a comedic signature. Annie later admitted she drove the bit into the ground because it felt so perfectly in character.
The White Wig Was Actually Worn Backward
In one of Moira’s most memorable Season 6 looks, the striking white wig she wears is actually on backward. Catherine O’Hara confirmed this and explained that when worn the “right” way, the wig looked too much like Sia’s signature hairstyle. Putting it on backward gave Moira a fresh, distinctive silhouette instead. The accidental-turned-intentional choice perfectly aligned with Moira’s dramatic fashion sense.
The Final Season Was Designed As A Love Letter To Fans With Hidden Easter Eggs
The last season of Schitt’s Creek was intentionally created as a heartfelt thank-you to the audience. Dan Levy included numerous Easter eggs for longtime fans, rewarding viewers who had followed the Rose family’s journey from the beginning. One of the most anticipated surprises was finally showing the actual creek referenced in the show’s title.
