Question 1

What real-life near-tragedy connects Mark Wahlberg and Seth MacFarlane to a 9/11 joke in the film?

Accepted Answer

Mark Wahlberg and Seth MacFarlane narrowly missed being on American Airlines Flight 11 on 9/11—Wahlberg was booked but drove instead, MacFarlane arrived late—which inspired Ted's joke about his reaction to 9/11.

Question 2

How did Seth MacFarlane get permission to use a James Bond song that's rarely licensed?

Accepted Answer

Seth MacFarlane wrote a letter to James Bond producer Barbara Broccoli asking to use "All Time High" from Octopussy, as it was his mother's favorite song, and she made a rare exception.

Question 3

What childhood wish drives the conflict in Ted?

Accepted Answer

John Bennett's childhood wish brought his teddy bear Ted to life, and as an adult he must choose between keeping his relationship with Ted or his girlfriend Lori.

Question 4

Which real Johnny Carson broadcast was used for Ted's fictional 1984 talk show appearance?

Accepted Answer

The archive footage of Ted on a 1984 talk show was from Johnny Carson's actual February 29, 1984 broadcast, where his guest was Emmanuel Lewis, not Ted.

Question 5

Who consulted on the film to ensure astronomical accuracy in night sky scenes?

Accepted Answer

Astronomer Neil deGrasse Tyson confirmed that Seth MacFarlane called him in advance to make sure the stars in night sky scenes were depicted correctly.

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