Jodie Sweetin praises Better Call Saul actor cast as dad in Full House pilot, but Bob Saget was always 'first choice'
Jodie Sweetin highlights the original, unaired Full House pilot featuring actor John Posey as Danny Tanner instead of the late Bob Saget.
The story so far
Coverage focuses on the existence of an original, unaired pilot episode of the sitcom Full House. Reports from Us Weekly, Parade, Page Six, and Entertainment Weekly detail Sweetin’s reflections on the casting.
The outlets note that while the performance by the Better Call Saul actor is being discussed, the production had always identified Bob Saget as their primary choice for the role. Public interest centers on the history of the sitcom's development and the contrast between the two performances.
Future updates depend on whether additional footage or further commentary regarding the pilot's casting process is released.
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The obvious questions
Who was cast as Danny Tanner in the unaired Full House pilot?
John Posey was cast in the role for the original, unaired pilot.
Was Bob Saget the intended choice for the role?
Yes, coverage indicates that Bob Saget was the production's first choice for the character of Danny Tanner.
What is the connection to the show Better Call Saul?
John Posey, who appeared in the Full House pilot, is identified by coverage as a Better Call Saul actor.
Who reported it (4)
- Jodie Sweetin Recalls ‘Full House’ Pilot With John Posey as Danny Tanner, Bob Saget Was ‘1st Choice’ Us Weekly · 54d ago
- Jodie Sweetin Remembers the Unseen ‘Full House’ Pilot Without Bob Saget Parade · 54d ago
- The veteran actor who played Danny Tanner in original unaired ‘Full House’ pilot unearthed Page Six · 54d ago
- Jodie Sweetin praises Better Call Saul actor cast as dad in Full House pilot, but Bob Saget was always 'first choice' Entertainment Weekly · 54d ago
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