The series' third season ranked 28th in the Nielsen ratings (tying with NFL Monday Night Football (1970)). Despite solid viewership, ABC decided not to renew the series for a fourth season due to contract disputes involving Fred Berry, Haywood Nelson, and Ernest Thomas.
When Dee and Roger are singing their duet at the Benefit Show, Shirley, Dwayne, Rerun, and Little Earl are seen clapping along offstage. However, Little Earl is clapping on the off-beats, opposite everyone else.
Heywood Nelson showcases his talent as a drummer.
Little Earl impersonates Clark Gable for his Benefit Show audition, and impersonates Steve Martin during the show itself. He mimics Steve Martin's famous "A Wild and Crazy Guy" stand up act.