This is Part 1 of what was originally an hour-long series finale. The original opening credits from the show's first two seasons are reinstated for this final episode, though they are changed to reflect Tony Shaloub's addition to the cast. The producers asked Thomas Haden Church to make a cameo appearance, but he declined the offer. However, Church was in the audience for the taping of this episode (as well as its conclusion in Part 2).