Crazy Secrets You Didn’t Know About The Andy Griffith Show. Bonus: What The Stars Look Like Today!

Andy and Opie’s Debut

The Andy Griffith Show didn’t debut until October 1960, however, the characters of Andy and Opie first showed up on Make Room For Daddy in February 1960. Both shows were produced by Danny Thomas. The show was a spin-off that was quickly thrown together and turned into a full-blown iconic TV series loved by millions of fans. In the end, it was perfect timing for the show.