Welcome to the world behind the camera! For all of you budding filmmakers and TV enthusiasts out there, we’ve collected some of the most interesting and juicy stories from the sets of your favorite movies and TV shows. From unexpected twists to amusing anecdotes, read on to discover the hidden life of the entertainment industry.

The Mummy (1999): Set Design Challenges 🏰

One of the most iconic and well-loved adventure movies of all time, The Mummy was a groundbreaking piece of cinema that set the bar for many Hollywood blockbusters to come. Yet, did you know that the set was almost impossible to build?

Due to its exotic location, ancient ruins, and ornate architecture, the set designers had their work cut out for them. However, they managed to create a stunning set that perfectly evokes the spirit of the movie. The most significant challenge was likely the creation of the elaborate temple the film’s climax takes place in. With no such temple in real life, the designers had to create two partial versions of the temple and merge them together in post-production.

A behind-the-scenes image of the temple set from The Mummy

Game of Thrones: Table Reads & Practical Jokes 🐲🗡️

Game of Thrones may have had a dramatic and epic storyline, but that doesn’t mean it was all serious behind the scenes. The cast has shared many hilarious stories of pranks and jokes that took place off-camera.

As far as table reads go, there was one memorable occasion when Kit Harrington (Jon Snow) decided to use a real, severed head in place of his fake one during a scene. Needless to say, his co-stars were shocked and horrified by the surprising choice of prop. But that’s not all – on another occasion, the cast of the show even took part in an awkward dance-off during a charity fundraising event!

A behind-the-scenes image of the Game of Thrones cast during a table read

Pirates of the Caribbean: Accidental Improv 🏴‍☠️🦜

When you have talented actors like Johnny Depp and Orlando Bloom, you know you’re in for a treat in terms of performances. Yet, sometimes, the best moments can happen unexpectedly.

During the filming of Pirates of the Caribbean, Jerry Bruckheimer (the producer) shared that many of Johnny Depp’s best moments were actually improvised. This includes the iconic scene where Captain Jack Sparrow is trying to escape from the clutches of the Royal Navy, and he drags himself on his face across the sandy beach.

An image of Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean

Stranger Things: Hidden Clues 🕵️‍♀️👻

Stranger Things has become a cultural phenomenon, with its mix of 80s nostalgia, horror, and sci-fi elements. Yet, even die-hard fans may not have noticed some of the hidden clues behind the show’s intricate storylines.

For example, the first season’s opening scene, showing a scientist running away from an unseen creature, has many subtle references to what’s to come in the show. This includes the hair clip that falls from the scientist’s hair, which makes another appearance later in the season when Eleven is being experimented on.

An image of the Demogorgon from Stranger Things

Conclusion 🎬

Movies and TV shows are more than just the finished product we see on our screens. Behind the scenes, there are countless stories of creativity, ingenuity, and hilarity that add to the magic of the finished work. From the set design challenges of The Mummy to the practical jokes of Game of Thrones, the entertainment industry is full of fascinating insights that are worth exploring. We hope this blog has inspired you to dig a little deeper into the world of movies and TV shows – who knows what secrets you might uncover!

An image of a film camera pointing towards a movie set