What You Never Knew About ‘Gilligan’s Island’

Well, That’s Rude

Back to the original theme song and opening for the show, it referred to Mary Ann and the Professor as “the Rest.” Though, they did change it up in the second and third seasons. Alas, they put in the character names, Mary Ann and the Professor in the updated theme song.

Well, That’s Rude

Professor’s Backstory

Of course, the characters needed some backstory. For one, it was important to know how each one got stuck on the island and became a castaway. As for the Professor, he was just on a three hour tour in order to relax. The Professor actually was taking this relaxation trip before he planned to write the book, Fun with Ferns.

Professor’s Backstory