Even though I can see how the “magic trick” was done, it doesn’t lose any of its appeal to me...I think it actually gives me a greater appreciation for what the cast and crew did to bring the show to life. As always, thank you for sharing.
I still watch too. Everyday at lunchtime , I get to go home through the show and feel those around me that have passed on through watching The Walton's. My Daddy, mama , and oldest sister are no longer with us but when I watch , were all here together in my heart. It brings the same feelings as the good days of our family all together. I hope that you and the rest of the cast never take lightly what you have brought to our hearts and homes through Mr. Earl Hamner's vision of his beloved family.
@@ednabourgoin9662 what a beautiful comment Edna,I feel the same I lost my Mother and Father young,and my memories of us watching the Walton's together are priceless,every time I see a episode now I catch myself reminiscing of how happy we all were watching this Show 🙂⚘
@@1SeanBondthank you . I'm sorry for your loss but so glad we have The Waltons that can take us right back there to our home (our old family home has been torn down) and seats that each one sat in to watch. In the words of my mama when she was struggling with alzhiemers, "they can tear down the home but they can never take my memories". In her heart she wanted to be back in her childhood home with her parents and brothers. Even though she raised 10 children, at that time, her mind went back to those days. So thankful for the memories Judy!!! We should never take them for granted.😥😘
Hello Judy! I’ve worked for Warner Bros for 27 years and you’ve shown me a whole new perspective of the Lot, the Jungle and Lima Rd. I love the history of this fine company and I’ll never walk thru the church, gazebo and various sets without thinking of this wonderful show.
This was awesome! I loved learning about the true layout of where everything really was! (Dont worry, it didn't ruin how I choose to imagine where every thing is in Walton land!)
Seeing the map was great but I know exactly what will happen every time I watch the show. I'll be transported to Walton's Mountain and totally forget that I've seen how close everything was!
So much is just “ taken for granted “ - not even thought of , let alone, imagined , what all actually goes into a production [ unless one has seen it first hand. Pretty incredible. 📻🙂
When I was in first grade, I was in a Christmas play at school. I was an elf. I was forced to wear green tights. I was dreading the night the curtain would open. I remembered my one line and got through it. But my mean older brother said, “Everyone could see your underwear through those green tights. I was mortified with embarrassment and it it ended my acting career. But I secretly wanted to be a Walton. The Waltons and crew did a great job of making us viewers believe we were experiencing life in a bygone era, in the scenic mountains of West Virginia. It is my favorite show of all time!
@@newenglandpats59 The first play I was in, [ summer camp], I had been on TV a couple times [ Mom worked at the TV station] - I was having a time at school, and was made fun of, so my self esteem was not very high. They chose me to be Charlie Brown - said I was “perfect “ for it. So I just left. [ and I mean I left❗️] I was so upset I started walking home from the camp, which was a considerable hike through the city [St.Louis County - I’m guessing 20 miles or so, but a pretty straight route for most of it]. I made it several miles before they found me. I ended up playing Linus, which was still a great part, and I enjoyed it. The production was pretty simple, “ Your AGood Man Charlie Brown “, and it went over very well. 📻🤣
This is the best series, Judy! I have never been to a set location, and absolutely loved learning this. Thank you for sharing your knowledge about everything about The Waltons. I appreciate everything you have shared with us. - Much love, Denise ❤️
I have visit Warmer Brothers studio and I loved seeing all the Walton memories. Sadly the house is gone, but you can see Drucilla's pond, the Baldwin house, the chuch/school and other locations.
I grew up in the 40s and loved seeing all the styles. Your show was pretty authentic. Also loved the house. I could just imagine living there, and eating at that big long table. I realize it was a set, but tried to imagine how it would be to live in a home like that, with a family like that. Thanks, Judy, for giving us more insight into how it was all done.
Hello Judy,thanks for this,all of the episodes were so well put together,you would never believe it was fake,so bravo to all the behind the scenes people,they made the series like feel like we were watching a real life family👏🏽👏🏽it was awesome!also judy you're hair and makeup are pristine😊
Thank you, Judy for sharing all of these videos. I watched the series as a child in the 70s, and now I'm watching it again, from a different perspective. When I was young, of course I identified with the kids. (I am about the same age as Kami.) Now, however, it is so interesting to watch it from the perspective as an empty nester and to see how the adult characters interact with each other and the kids. I really appreciate the wholeness and values presented in the show.
My Mom and I certainly loved when Blue beat out all the horses. Especially the one supposedly owned by the "College man" who couldn't seem to resist showing where he really was ignorant every time he tried to make Johnboy feel an outsider on the college campus by remarking about his "backwoodedness".
I dont care how they set it up because they played really well on the Walton's show and i watched that show every since it has been out.i loved that show and still watch it right today as well. Thank you all .
Its always interesting to learn how sets were played out. The way we as viewers see it isn't always the way it is, more magic. It would be interesting to see what is in those specific locations now. Good stuff. Keep it coming, we love it.
I enjoy what goes on behind the scenes. I toured Universal Studios so learned some of movies how/where they were shot. When I was a kid watching many shows including The Walton's I had no clue how they were made.
Judy, in 1981, I was 11 years old. My friend's dad was a script supervisor at WB (or the Burbank Studios). One day in the summer I went to work with him and his dad. One of the things we did that day was cruise around the lot in a golf cart. One of the places we stopped was the Walton house!! So, I actually played in the front yard as a kid of the Walton house! Also, I was confused to see there was nothing inside of the house!! haha It's so odd to think that the time period from the show to when I was a kid, is the same amount of time that's passed between when I was a kid and now! About 40 years. You and the cast, along with the crew and writers did a great job giving that 40's feel. There will never be a time like that again. People truly sacrificing and suffering through a REAL crisis, the depression; and families mattered. God bless.
Wow! Wow! Wow! No spoiler here! Super kool. 😎Very interesting. If there's more back lot and behind the scenes please do share. 💐Thank You! 💐It just makes my day when your video posts pop up! 💐
I wonder if Warner Brothers would give you permission to go on location and let you do an episode from the backlot where the series was filmed. This way you can reveal more magic on how the series was filmed from where it was actually filmed.
This was so interesting...you did a great job putting together the scenes to show us what you described. Fascinating. By the way, the one scene with the sheriff Ep..I really liked his appearances. Especially when he ended up marrying Sarah. I thought he was a nice looking man. Thanks as always. ❤️
I was born in 1958. Through the magic of television production you gave us the opportunity to see what life was like in the 1930s. Many thanks for your hard work and efforts.
Thanks so much for this upload, you provided some very interesting information, for me, what sticks out as memories of the series isn't as much the "sights," but the distinctive "sounds." The sound the screen door always made when shut or perhaps slammed, the squeaking, etc. and then that laugh of "Ben's."
When I was just a boy , a very kind lady gave me all the Walton episodes on VHS tapes that she had recorded. I didn’t have cable at home. I fell in love with the Walton family as a young boy. Now today, I’m 41 and I watch an episode of the Waltons on cable tv. Yesterday was Season 3, episode 24.. “the woman”... it has to be one of my favorites. Thank you for such great memories.
You are so lucky to have experienced this and to see yourself at various stages of your life and career. We are lucky to experience it and I continue today. Thank you Judy, what a blessing.
This is amazing. Intellectually, you know how many gifted artists are involved in the magic, but to see the immense amount of work that goes into it is unimaginable. Eternal thanks to you and all the artists that dedicate their lives to entertaining and educating us!
It's really pretty remarkable to know how things were laid out. On my cable I've been enjoying the reruns. It all looks like it's all permanent. Looks like alot went in to make it appear that way. The magic of TV. Thanks again for these video's
Judy (alias Mary Ellen) I really enjoyed this look at the World of the Walton's .... The quality of the scenes and locations were so so good but thank you for mapping it out ... that's always fun to understand. Have a fantastic week and we'll catch you on another episode.
I don't have anything new to add, but I just want to again thank you, Judy, for sharing your experiences with us. The Waltons was a wonderful show. The Waltons were my "surrogate family" as a child and I have endless curiosity about the cast, crew, and happenings on Waltons' Mountain. I really enjoy your videos and eagerly await them each week.
I’m so glad I found your channel and if it’s actually you, Judy, who’s responding to all the comments, hats off to you! Talented actors, like yourself, as well as the creative writers who make up a show, help us all escape. Watching your old show from the 1970s is surprisingly a breath of fresh air, when comparing it to tripe they put on network television today. Shows, like the waltons, actually contributed to forming a better society and family structure; shows today contribute to tearing them down. Thank you for your informative channel and your talent as an actress contributing a positive influence to our society.
That was so cool! Thank you for showing the map, it helped visualize. It's so amazing how they can draw you into thinking that it's an actual reality when it isn't 😊
Your series is fantastic, Judy, very informative and well done. Watching the Waltons on MeTV is much needed especially with all that's going on in the world. I brings you back to a much warmer , happier time. Thanks !
Great one today! I love the behind the scenes episodes. I laughed when you did the trigger warning. You can tell me every day that it's not real but your still like family to me!
@@judynorton2598 its such a nice respite in this crazy info overload, to have a familiar face talking about American Family Values. You are doing more here than alot of churches. These videos provide a short visit into the human heart and character
Thank you Judy and all of the cast for bringing such a nice show to tv.Its on every day on MeTv and I watch it.And its a wonderful tradition that me and my family watch the Homecoming every Christmas season.
This is very interesting! I was on google maps street view and „walked“ the dirt roads, they are still there...and the pond (without water). Thank you so much for sharing!!👍👏❤️
Thanks so much, Judy, for showing a Walton's map and explaining how the set was. Film is so different from live theater sets. No matter how much you reveal, The Walton's still looks to me as though it is located on a Blue Ridge Mountain somewhere in Virginia. Whereas, it's very apparent a theater stage is - well - staged! It's so nice you've continued The Walton's and treated us fans to listening to and talking with Mary Ellen/Judy! Have a wonderful week! Bless Walton's everywhere! 📝📚❤️
Cool judy love hearing about secrets and all the info that goes on around these locations on waltons it's very interesting to learn about all this cool I always like learning new things that I didn't know about it what goes on around the locations and behind the scenes it's interesting to know love learning judy appreciate you sharing all this interesting video love studying and finding out all this cool judy👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
That was awesome, I do enjoy Videos with these explanations to give an idea of what really went on. Sometimes telling and showing the secrets with pictures makes it more so interesting. Thank You Judy 👍👍💖💖💖💖
@@judynorton2598 These are the Special type of Videos that most of my friends Love to see also, seeing in pictures sneak peaks behind the scenes, the Hollywood Magic, your Videos are Awesome, Thanks You again, Keep up the Great Work👍👍💖💖💖💖
I love behind-the-scenes stories. This is great you are still doing these story about the show. I am glad you were able to have these great memories in life.
Wow! This was a great tour! I’m interested to learn about the extras on the show. I think you once mentioned that the cast member’s siblings sometimes worked as extras.
I loved watching the show on Thursday nights. I was ten when it first came out. It is one of my favorite theme songs as well and I play it just about every time I pick up my Martin D-18. That song has been stuck in my head all these years.
You’re like a magician revealing their secrets Judy! Knowing that all those familiar locations on the show were really close together does not diminish the enjoyment I get from watching the various episodes over the years. The amount of work that went into each scene really is amazing. Thanks again for sharing with us. Look forward to your next episode!😃😃😃
@3:27 regarding Will Geer and his vegetable garden. I noticed that in a few of his scenes throughout the series, his lines include detailed info about plants (species name, etc). I know that he was a botanist in real life, but I wonder if he ad-libbed these “plant fact” lines or did he work with the writers to include these plant facts.
Judy you didn't mention the small row of houses. There weren't too many of them so those houses had to be used again and again. Mrs. Brimmer's house, the house where Ron Howard's family lived (THE GIFT) and on and on. And then there were the times art director Ed Graves performed real magic like in the final scene of THE PONY CART -- the scene when Ben and Martha Corinne take the first ride in the pony cart, where Martha Corinne saw a field of daisies. Ben let her off of the cart, he left, she went into the field to collect daisies, had a heart attack and died. We spent a day up at Frazier Park for that episode (and I have to include a sidebar episode that occurred.) Ed and I spent a day scouting Frazier Park during my prep. As we were driving thru the area Ed spotted a rattle snake in the middle of the road. He ran over it and then did a back a forth a couple times to be sure he had killed it. We reported it to the Park authorities and they thanked us. Now to return to what i was discussing. The park wold have been an ideal place to film, but with all the other work that day,, there wasn't the time. So Graves found a place on the back lot, a fork in the dirt road where the road separated and went in 2 directions. That part of the road that went in the right direction he turned into a patch.of daisies; the road in the left direction was where Ben drove off in the cart. To add: Actually the houses weren't in a row. They wouldn't have been. They were separated as the Walton House was.
A highly interesting coverage of that back lot area. I am thankful for this and most all your explanations of the program.. You have became great spokesperson for the show of The Waltons, and how the TV business actually operated. My grandfather was born in 1889 and passed in 1973.He told me many things about the depression and farming as we were directly off the farm. We ate what we raised,cows ,milked, hogs for meat, and garden is exactly as you described on your TV set in the back lot. I look forward to all future videos. Thank you so so much from a viewer in Ky.
That was really good behind the scenes info, Judy. Just curious, where were the scenes set outside of Walton’s Mountain shot, like when there were scenes of John Boy in New York or when the characters had to be in another location like Westham, Virginia when John Boy was in college?
Most of those locations we still on the studio lot. There is a NY street set, and lots of variety on Midwest Street which is where Boatwright College location was as well as the nursing school Mary Ellen went to.
The Back lot,that's amazing Ralph had no problem with the running the sawmill,so cool to know where thing's were set up! A Fantastic veiw, Judy, We appreciate it! ✌
Nice share Judy...bubble bursting as it was...lol. have you done a video about the sherriff before...sorry I don't know his name but I always liked the scenes with him...especially when he bumped into an old love from the war...John Crawford
Judy, the information you provide is so cool. My family and I grew up watching the Waltons . Thank you so much for sharing your on set adventures with us. God Bless you and the whole cast for bringing the the Waltons to life.
Any idea how far the store was supposed to be away from the Walton house in the fictional world. They seemed to make the walk several times in each episode.
@@inkey2 I agree...kids today don't move around much at all. They just sit in front of their screens all day. That's a good thing unless they are watching the Walton's ....yeah....like kids today know what good tv is ....with so many more options than we had. I can remember..getting up...having breakfast and then heading outside ...to a park...or even just the back yard. Exploring the neighbourhood....ahhh good times
In the episode “The Diploma”, a Lt. from Camp Rockfish arrives at the Godsey’s store and asks where he can find John Walton, Ike points down the road and says that the Walton’s mill is a half mile down the road.
Very interesting, information. I never watched the show, growing up. I just discovered it, and started watching it, around 2007, or so. I'm so glad that I did. After a few episodes, I was "Hooked". I'm very proud to say, that I am now, "officially" a "True Walton's" fan. If I turn on the TV, I'm always scrolling through the channels, looking for the show. Thanks again for yourself, the entire cast and crew, for making such a "High Quality And Wholesome" show.
It did burn down, but was rebuilt for the reunion movies and then moved to Columbia Ranch Studio lot a few blocks away before the final reunion movie. That was the studio where the Baldwin house exterior was located as well.
I just ran across your channel. I love the Waltons and always have. I’m 55 and for the past several years I took care of my grandmother who passed away last year at age 96. She was born in 1923 and in these last years of her life we often talked of her childhood and the Waltons gave me a reference to her childhood. She was the youngest like Elizabeth and I can imagine her being much like her. She had two older sisters and one brother who was as special as the character of John Boy. They were poor but always had plenty. They lived in a large house and she recalls when her sister’s employer give her their old victrola and exciting that was. They did not have a phone so they had to take the buggy to the store to use the phone. My great grandfather and grandmother (who I knew well) never drove only the three oldest kids. Even my maternal great grandfather lived with them and I understand he was a character and a half. So longer story short, when I watch the Waltons, it helps me recall her stories, and it helps me recall my childhood sitting with the family watching the show. Hearing you talk about the behind the scenes of the show, also helps me recall my youth; especially since my family have all passed away and I’m really all that is left. Thank you and I hope you can sometime do some episodes and bring a guest cast member on to interview/chat with while we eavesdrop on your recollections and remembrances.
Thanks so much James for sharing a piece of your family with me. So happy to hear how much you have enjoyed The Waltons over the years and now my Behind the Scenes. Sorry to hear about your Grandmother.
Another EXCELLENT video with great info. Have you even done a video of any bloopers made during the filming of the series? That would be awesome to see :)
My Mother had no problems with us boys watching The Waltons growing up. I never missed an episode and was very excited to see the new daily episode. I am definitely your number one fan. 😁
Staging is part of the deal and is perfectly reasonable. Bad script or acting and lack of details would definitely be something not forgivable... but this was never the case in the Walton Series :)
I have often wondered how the actors kept the continuity when filming a scene that included part on the sound stage, then walking outside to continue outside. Obviously that would be filmed over more than one day in different locations, so I'd love to hear your experience with that:-)
I wonder that same thing every time I watch an episode now that I know about it. Really makes me wonder WHY the 'facades' aren't real inside in order to save time & continuity in filming.
Judy, I can't tell you how wonderful it is to see and learn about all of the sets and the production crews involved in making this lovely and one-of-a-kind show. It is amazing how realistic it all comes together. For me seeing this does not take anything away from the show. In some ways it adds to the show by explaining all of the hard work and techniques involved in making the series. I will admit that as I am now watching the DVD's I think about what is happening behind the cameras and what is out of sight and the angles needed to make the scenes. You explain it so perfectly that I can imagine myself with the crew in addition to the realistic scenes with you guys. That is awesome. It actually makes me appreciate the show even more knowing how it was made. It is too bad someone did not go around with a video camera of the time and just film the sets and lots as they were. In my imagination I always wished I could have been in one of the shows. Anyway, thank you for all the information about the actors, the stories and all of the behind the scenes information. I assume Drucilla's Pond was man made for the show.
So glad you are enjoying all this. Yes, Druscilla’s Pond was man-made on the backlot. But already there before The Waltons even started to film. It was also used for many other shows including Fantasy Island.
I wonder where the forest was (in the episode where Mama, Jim Bob and Elizabeth got lost after the car ran off the road and Elizabeth chased after the chicken). Frazier Park?
I'm currently watching "The Awakening". How about a segment on the ever evolving shed that seems to transform throughout the series to holding lawn tools/typewriter and then the printing press to seemingly get larger on the inside when Ben & Cindy moved in....
@@judynorton2598 I should have watched it before my comment. Though, was it ever some sort of fun running joke on how the interior of the shed seemingly became larger and larger as the series went on with the exterior remaining the same? I have to ask about the exterior "nature" views outside the kitchen window and through the screened in porch off of the kitchen... Did those continually change throughout the series? Not so much seasonal but just switching out the background scenery? Either way...Love the show..Can't stomach what is being produced today...sans just a few shows and nothing remotely close to what you were a part of. Thank you for taking the time to give background info. on what went into the production of The Waltons...It really has stood the test of time and seeing as it is continually shown via 4 hour nightly blocks on Hallmark TV, the demand is strong!
Thanks Judy for doing these. We only have 3 episodes left to watch in the original tv series. I have commented a few times before and mentioned to you that I bought the entire dvd set of the Waltons. Growing up with it, I remember it being a very good show. Then I saw, got my picture with and talked to Jon Walmsley several years ago when he worked at Disneyland. This was the beginning of a renewed interest in the Waltons. While writing this, my son just asked me if we are going to watch the Waltons. So looks like I am going to watch the Waltons. Thanks again, Todd
Even though I can see how the “magic trick” was done, it doesn’t lose any of its appeal to me...I think it actually gives me a greater appreciation for what the cast and crew did to bring the show to life. As always, thank you for sharing.
Great point!
Thank you to the cast, the writers, the staff for bringing so much joy to my childhood
Our pleasure
I feel the same way! I know I always say this but it definitely was/is my "happy place." Such joy and pleasure! Just like these videos!
Mine too ☺️
@@anitastodolak9882 I totally agree it was a huge part of my childhood and I enjoy hearing all the wonderful behind the scenes stories of the waltons
Judy what a beautiful woman you are and have always been, and of course a great actress!!
How adorable how you stop and warn people that their bubbles may burst!!
I know sometimes ignorance is bliss.!
@@m.e.d.7997 Yup. I chose not to view this one..
Thanks.
After hearing this, I have the upmost respect not only for the directors but the editors and production staff...what a lot of work ...whew...
Indeed. A lot of work to put the puzzle pieces together.
I agree, they don't get acknowledged enough for all that they do!
Agreed!! Editors are the real unsung heroes!!
I love the Walton’s still watch their programs over. And over
Yay! Thank you.
Great. Thanks for being a loyal fan!
I still watch too. Everyday at lunchtime , I get to go home through the show and feel those around me that have passed on through watching The Walton's. My Daddy, mama , and oldest sister are no longer with us but when I watch , were all here together in my heart. It brings the same feelings as the good days of our family all together. I hope that you and the rest of the cast never take lightly what you have brought to our hearts and homes through Mr. Earl Hamner's vision of his beloved family.
@@ednabourgoin9662 what a beautiful comment Edna,I feel the same I lost my Mother and Father young,and my memories of us watching the Walton's together are priceless,every time I see a episode now I catch myself reminiscing of how happy we all were watching this Show 🙂⚘
@@1SeanBondthank you . I'm sorry for your loss but so glad we have The Waltons that can take us right back there to our home (our old family home has been torn down) and seats that each one sat in to watch. In the words of my mama when she was struggling with alzhiemers, "they can tear down the home but they can never take my memories". In her heart she wanted to be back in her childhood home with her parents and brothers. Even though she raised 10 children, at that time, her mind went back to those days. So thankful for the memories Judy!!! We should never take them for granted.😥😘
Hello Judy! I’ve worked for Warner Bros for 27 years and you’ve shown me a whole new perspective of the Lot, the Jungle and Lima Rd. I love the history of this fine company and I’ll never walk thru the church, gazebo and various sets without thinking of this wonderful show.
That is so cool. Thank you for sharing that.
@@judynorton2598thats awesome see the impact your channel has
This was awesome! I loved learning about the true layout of where everything really was!
(Dont worry, it didn't ruin how I choose to imagine where every thing is in Walton land!)
Happy to hear that.
So glad to hear that.
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I always wondered where the old homestead fireplace and the cabin up on the mountain was. They seemed on a real mountain somewhere.
That's a good question 👍🏼
Great question! Have wondered that myself too.
Same here..I've always wondered if they are still standing...
Seeing the map was great but I know exactly what will happen every time I watch the show. I'll be transported to Walton's Mountain and totally forget that I've seen how close everything was!
Ahh thanks,
It's amazing that the lot was small and everything on the show seemed miles away. Very interesting Judy.
Yes, the magic of filming a editing.
Love this it gives a real insight to one of my favorite shows of my childhood.
Happy to hear that. Thanks
I'm so glad you're doing this Judy! It's so informative. Who would ever know?!
So much is just “ taken for granted “ - not even thought of , let alone, imagined , what all actually goes into a production [ unless one has seen it first hand.
Pretty incredible.
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Lots of stuff going on that the audience never sees. :)
When I was in first grade, I was in a Christmas play at school. I was an elf. I was forced to wear green tights. I was dreading the night the curtain would open. I remembered my one line and got through it. But my mean older brother said, “Everyone could see your underwear through those green tights. I was mortified with embarrassment and it it ended my acting career.
But I secretly wanted to be a Walton.
The Waltons and crew did a great job of making us viewers believe we were experiencing life in a bygone era, in the scenic mountains of West Virginia. It is my favorite show of all time!
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The first play I was in, [ summer camp], I had been on TV a couple times [ Mom worked at the TV station] - I was having a time at school, and was made fun of, so my self esteem was not very high. They chose me to be Charlie Brown - said I was “perfect “ for it. So I just left. [ and I mean I left❗️]
I was so upset I started walking home from the camp, which was a considerable hike through the city [St.Louis County - I’m guessing 20 miles or so, but a pretty straight route for most of it]. I made it several miles before they found me. I ended up playing Linus, which was still a great part, and I enjoyed it. The production was pretty simple, “ Your AGood Man Charlie Brown “, and it went over very well.
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@New England Pats.....mountains of Virginia not West Virginia.
As a TV/film production geek...and Waltons fan, this “Behind the Scenes” was really cool.
Happy to hear that
Thank you so much.
I do love these revelations. It shows all the hard work and planning and detail that goes into a production
Yep - definitely a lot of work :)
I alaways was wanting to know how the roads ended to the house🏠🌳 ..Now i know ☺ thank so much Judy!
You are so welcome
They did a lot with a little bit of land....And we would never have known...thanks for taking us behind the scenes.
You're so welcome.
This is the best series, Judy! I have never been to a set location, and absolutely loved learning this. Thank you for sharing your knowledge about everything about The Waltons. I appreciate everything you have shared with us. - Much love, Denise ❤️
You are so welcome!
Hi! Judy, Thank you for showing us the backstage area. Wow! That was alot of locations there. You did Great! with the map.😁👍👍❤
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Thank you so much 🤗
I have visit Warmer Brothers studio and I loved seeing all the Walton memories. Sadly the house is gone, but you can see Drucilla's pond, the Baldwin house, the chuch/school and other locations.
Thanks for sharing.
The Walton house was used in Gilmore Girls Dragonfly Inn.
I grew up in the 40s and loved seeing all the styles. Your show was pretty authentic. Also loved the house. I could just imagine living there, and eating at that big long table. I realize it was a set, but tried to imagine how it would be to live in a home like that, with a family like that. Thanks, Judy, for giving us more insight into how it was all done.
So happy to hear that.
Hello Judy,thanks for this,all of the episodes were so well put together,you would never believe it was fake,so bravo to all the behind the scenes people,they made the series like feel like we were watching a real life family👏🏽👏🏽it was awesome!also judy you're hair and makeup are pristine😊
Thank you so much.
I agree...judy and the other cast members are totally ageless...they all look GREAT
Thank you, Judy for sharing all of these videos. I watched the series as a child in the 70s, and now I'm watching it again, from a different perspective. When I was young, of course I identified with the kids. (I am about the same age as Kami.) Now, however, it is so interesting to watch it from the perspective as an empty nester and to see how the adult characters interact with each other and the kids. I really appreciate the wholeness and values presented in the show.
Happy to hear that. Glad you are enjoying.
Judy I adore you!❤️❤️❤️ You're one of the kindest,cutest and not stuck up young ladiy I Have ever known!!!❤️❤️🤗 Thank you sweetie 😗😗😗.....
Wow, thank you.
@@judynorton2598 your so welcome Judy
The more I learn about how programs were put together the more I appreciate the talented actors and actresses. Mary
Thank you.
Thanks, all all the behind the scenes crew!
Enjoyable Judy as usual 💕💕💕
So glad!
Thanks Judy... Love the Waltons history and how the filming was done... Good Memories! 🙂💟👍🇨🇦
You are so welcome
My Mom and I certainly loved when Blue beat out all the horses. Especially the one supposedly owned by the "College man" who couldn't seem to resist showing where he really was ignorant every time he tried to make Johnboy feel an outsider on the college campus by remarking about his "backwoodedness".
Yes that was great!
I dont care how they set it up because they played really well on the Walton's show and i watched that show every since it has been out.i loved that show and still watch it right today as well. Thank you all .
Thanks for watching.
Its always interesting to learn how sets were played out. The way we as viewers see it isn't always the way it is, more magic. It would be interesting to see what is in those specific locations now. Good stuff. Keep it coming, we love it.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Always
It all came together beautifully. My childhood memories
Happy to hear that. 🥰
I enjoy what goes on behind the scenes. I toured Universal Studios so learned some of movies how/where they were shot. When I was a kid watching many shows including The Walton's I had no clue how they were made.
Glad you understand more now.
Judy, in 1981, I was 11 years old. My friend's dad was a script supervisor at WB (or the Burbank Studios). One day in the summer I went to work with him and his dad. One of the things we did that day was cruise around the lot in a golf cart. One of the places we stopped was the Walton house!! So, I actually played in the front yard as a kid of the Walton house! Also, I was confused to see there was nothing inside of the house!! haha It's so odd to think that the time period from the show to when I was a kid, is the same amount of time that's passed between when I was a kid and now! About 40 years.
You and the cast, along with the crew and writers did a great job giving that 40's feel. There will never be a time like that again. People truly sacrificing and suffering through a REAL crisis, the depression; and families mattered.
God bless.
So true. Glad you also got to experience the magic of making movies first hand. Aren’t studio lots amazing? So much history.
I find this fascinating and thank you for sharing this! I enjoy learning how the series was filmed.
I'm so glad!
thank you Judy don’t believe anybody would know any of this without the great work your still doing with the show 🤗👍
Wow, thank you
Wow! Wow! Wow! No spoiler here! Super kool. 😎Very interesting. If there's more back lot and behind the scenes please do share. 💐Thank You! 💐It just makes my day when your video posts pop up! 💐
So happy to hear that.
I enjoyed this segment. Thanks Judy!😊
So glad!
I wonder if Warner Brothers would give you permission to go on location and let you do an episode from the backlot where the series was filmed. This way you can reveal more magic on how the series was filmed from where it was actually filmed.
ohh hope she can Love too see that
THAT would be SO COOL!!!!!
Don't see that happening.
I am sure it barely exists in 2021.
This was so interesting...you did a great job putting together the scenes to show us what you described. Fascinating. By the way, the one scene with the sheriff Ep..I really liked his appearances. Especially when he ended up marrying Sarah. I thought he was a nice looking man. Thanks as always. ❤️
I was born in 1958. Through the magic of television production you gave us the opportunity to see what life was like in the 1930s. Many thanks for your hard work and efforts.
Awesome. Our pleasure.
Thank you Judy for being so informative they were a lot of great actors and actresses thanks for putting your heart into these segments
You are so welcome.
The wonderful feeling you get from any series or film is all that matters !!!
Thanks so much for this upload, you provided some very interesting information, for me, what sticks out as memories of the series isn't as much the "sights," but the distinctive "sounds." The sound the screen door always made when shut or perhaps slammed, the squeaking, etc. and then that laugh of "Ben's."
I love that.
When I was just a boy , a very kind lady gave me all the Walton episodes on VHS tapes that she had recorded.
I didn’t have cable at home.
I fell in love with the Walton family as a young boy.
Now today, I’m 41 and I watch an episode of the Waltons on cable tv.
Yesterday was Season 3, episode 24.. “the woman”... it has to be one of my favorites.
Thank you for such great memories.
You're so welcome.
Reality, what a concept ! Knowing how things were shot is very interesting. Thanks, Judy.
You’re very welcome
You are so lucky to have experienced this and to see yourself at various stages of your life and career. We are lucky to experience it and I continue today. Thank you Judy, what a blessing.
Indeed. I feel so fortunate.
Thank you so much!
This is amazing. Intellectually, you know how many gifted artists are involved in the magic, but to see the immense amount of work that goes into it is unimaginable. Eternal thanks to you and all the artists that dedicate their lives to entertaining and educating us!
It's true, all the guys that work behind the scenes are every bit as talented as the actors. Thanks.
You will never truly know the joy your show brought to me.Escapism at it's best !
Happy to hear that
Ahhh, so happy to hear that.
It's really pretty remarkable to know how things were laid out. On my cable I've been enjoying the reruns. It all looks like it's all permanent. Looks like alot went in to make it appear that way. The magic of TV. Thanks again for these video's
Movie magic, right? :)
I did enjoy this segment as well as all the others.
Thank you.
Judy (alias Mary Ellen) I really enjoyed this look at the World of the Walton's .... The quality of the scenes and locations were so so good but thank you for mapping it out ... that's always fun to understand. Have a fantastic week and we'll catch you on another episode.
Glad you enjoyed it
@@judynorton2598 How much is still on that backlot today? It's still on my bucket list on a future trip to Los Angeles to do some of the studio tours.
I don't have anything new to add, but I just want to again thank you, Judy, for sharing your experiences with us. The Waltons was a wonderful show. The Waltons were my "surrogate family" as a child and I have endless curiosity about the cast, crew, and happenings on Waltons' Mountain. I really enjoy your videos and eagerly await them each week.
These vids are so enjoyable!
@@m.e.d.7997 I agree. Judy's confidence and warmth really shine through.
You are so welcome!
Wow, thank you!
So glad you like them.
How incredible! Great!
Thanks a lot!
I’m so glad I found your channel and if it’s actually you, Judy, who’s responding to all the comments, hats off to you! Talented actors, like yourself, as well as the creative writers who make up a show, help us all escape. Watching your old show from the 1970s is surprisingly a breath of fresh air, when comparing it to tripe they put on network television today. Shows, like the waltons, actually contributed to forming a better society and family structure; shows today contribute to tearing them down. Thank you for your informative channel and your talent as an actress contributing a positive influence to our society.
Thank you so much for your kind words.
Thanks for bringing the backlot to the forefront, very interesting and informative!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Your TV family gave us chance to escape to what looked like the perfect world. You still feel like family to me! Thank you all. I loved this episode!
Thank you.
You're so good at this. It is becoming a true historical record of a great TV series. Please keep it up. Thanks
Wow, thank you!
Thanks, will do!
Love these behind the scenes looks, Will Geer planting the garden for real cements my admiration of him as everyone's grandfather of the land
His love of nature was always in evidence.
That was so cool! Thank you for showing the map, it helped visualize. It's so amazing how they can draw you into thinking that it's an actual reality when it isn't 😊
My pleasure!
Great job Judy. It's always a lot of fun to take a trip down memory lane with you.
Glad you enjoyed it
Glad you enjoyed it.
Judy That Was Amazing Can't Wait For The Next Video 👍
Thanks! 😊
Your series is fantastic, Judy, very informative and well done. Watching the Waltons on MeTV is much needed especially with all that's going on in the world. I brings you back to a much warmer , happier time. Thanks !
I agree :). Great to be able to share the show still.
Glad you enjoy it!
Great one today! I love the behind the scenes episodes. I laughed when you did the trigger warning. You can tell me every day that it's not real but your still like family to me!
Ahhhh, thanks.
so great to hear & see!
thanks for all your hard work ""back in the day"" and for making these segments all these years later
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My pleasure!
My pleasure!
The cast were such professionals..you sold all the characters so well. Knowing some behind the scenes does not affect the magic at all.
So glad to hear that!
@@judynorton2598 its such a nice respite in this crazy info overload, to have a familiar face talking about American Family Values. You are doing more here than alot of churches. These videos provide a short visit into the human heart and character
Thank you Judy and all of the cast for bringing such a nice show to tv.Its on every day on MeTv and I watch it.And its a wonderful tradition that me and my family watch the Homecoming every Christmas season.
Thank you for watching :)
This is very interesting! I was on google maps street view and „walked“ the dirt roads, they are still there...and the pond (without water). Thank you so much for sharing!!👍👏❤️
So cool!
Thanks so much, Judy, for showing a Walton's map and explaining how the set was. Film is so different from live theater sets. No matter how much you reveal, The Walton's still looks to me as though it is located on a Blue Ridge Mountain somewhere in Virginia. Whereas, it's very apparent a theater stage is - well - staged! It's so nice you've continued The Walton's and treated us fans to listening to and talking with Mary Ellen/Judy! Have a wonderful week! Bless Walton's everywhere!
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You are so welcome!
Cool judy love hearing about secrets and all the info that goes on around these locations on waltons it's very interesting to learn about all this cool I always like learning new things that I didn't know about it what goes on around the locations and behind the scenes it's interesting to know love learning judy appreciate you sharing all this interesting video love studying and finding out all this cool judy👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Glad you enjoyed it
Thanks Judy I did interesting
That was awesome, I do enjoy Videos with these explanations to give an idea of what really went on. Sometimes telling and showing the secrets with pictures makes it more so interesting. Thank You Judy 👍👍💖💖💖💖
Awesome, thank you!
@@judynorton2598 These are the Special type of Videos that most of my friends Love to see also, seeing in pictures sneak peaks behind the scenes, the Hollywood Magic, your Videos are Awesome, Thanks You again, Keep up the Great Work👍👍💖💖💖💖
Another outstanding video; thanks Judy!! :)
You are so welcome!
I love behind-the-scenes stories. This is great you are still doing these story about the show. I am glad you were able to have these great memories in life.
Me too! Thanks.
Wow! This was a great tour! I’m interested to learn about the extras on the show. I think you once mentioned that the cast member’s siblings sometimes worked as extras.
Yes, siblings and our stand ins were utilized regularly as extras.
I loved watching the show on Thursday nights. I was ten when it first came out. It is one of my favorite theme songs as well and I play it just about every time I pick up my Martin D-18. That song has been stuck in my head all these years.
I love that.
@@judynorton2598 Thank you Judy!
I like the scene when Olivia was selling the cleaning products, she's àt someone's house and you can see the Walton's house in the background.
I never noticed that!!! Now I have to pop the dvd in. Lol
Thanks for sharing.
You’re like a magician revealing their secrets Judy! Knowing that all those familiar locations on the show were really close together does not diminish the enjoyment I get from watching the various episodes over the years. The amount of work that went into each scene really is amazing. Thanks again for sharing with us. Look forward to your next episode!😃😃😃
My pleasure. Glad you enjoyed it.
So glad to hear that.
@3:27 regarding Will Geer and his vegetable garden. I noticed that in a few of his scenes throughout the series, his lines include detailed info about plants (species name, etc). I know that he was a botanist in real life, but I wonder if he ad-libbed these “plant fact” lines or did he work with the writers to include these plant facts.
I noticed that Elizabeth majored in Botany in one of the two hour movies. It was when she came upon her old beau Drew. Nice reference to Will Geer.
I’m guessing a lot of that was Will adding in things.
Thank you we still watched every day at the fire dept in West Tenn where I have worked for 26 years.
Thanks so much for watching.
Wow- thanks for being such a long time fan!
Judy you didn't mention the small row of houses. There weren't too many of them so those houses had to be used again and again. Mrs. Brimmer's house, the house where Ron Howard's family lived (THE GIFT) and on and on. And then there were the times art director Ed Graves performed real magic like in the final scene of THE PONY CART -- the scene when Ben and Martha Corinne take the first ride in the pony cart, where Martha Corinne saw a field of daisies. Ben let her off of the cart, he left, she went into the field to collect daisies, had a heart attack and died. We spent a day up at Frazier Park for that episode (and I have to include a sidebar episode that occurred.) Ed and I spent a day scouting Frazier Park during my prep. As we were driving thru the area Ed spotted a rattle snake in the middle of the road. He ran over it and then did a back a forth a couple times to be sure he had killed it. We reported it to the Park authorities and they thanked us. Now to return to what i was discussing. The park wold have been an ideal place to film, but with all the other work that day,, there wasn't the time. So Graves found a place on the back lot, a fork in the dirt road where the road separated and went in 2 directions. That part of the road that went in the right direction he turned into a patch.of daisies; the road in the left direction was where Ben drove off in the cart. To add: Actually the houses weren't in a row. They wouldn't have been. They were separated as the Walton House was.
Ralph, as always thanks for sharing all this and adding your wonderful story!
A highly interesting coverage of that back lot area. I am thankful for this and most all your explanations of the program..
You have became great spokesperson for the show of The Waltons, and how the TV business actually operated.
My grandfather was born in 1889 and passed in 1973.He told me many things about the depression and farming as we were directly off the farm. We ate what we raised,cows ,milked, hogs for meat, and garden is exactly as you described on your TV set in the back lot. I look forward to all future videos.
Thank you so so much from a viewer in Ky.
You're so welcome.
That was really good behind the scenes info, Judy. Just curious, where were the scenes set outside of Walton’s Mountain shot, like when there were scenes of John Boy in New York or when the characters had to be in another location like Westham, Virginia when John Boy was in college?
Most of those locations we still on the studio lot. There is a NY street set, and lots of variety on Midwest Street which is where Boatwright College location was as well as the nursing school Mary Ellen went to.
I have recognized the "Laverne & Shirley" apartment many times in different city scenes in show.
The Back lot,that's amazing Ralph had no problem with the running the sawmill,so cool to know where thing's were set up! A Fantastic veiw, Judy, We appreciate it! ✌
Glad you enjoyed it
Nice share Judy...bubble bursting as it was...lol. have you done a video about the sherriff before...sorry I don't know his name but I always liked the scenes with him...especially when he bumped into an old love from the war...John Crawford
Not yet! He was great. I’ll see what I can do.
@@judynorton2598 ..thank you
Judy, the information you provide is so cool. My family and I grew up watching the Waltons . Thank you so much for sharing your on set adventures with us. God Bless you and the whole cast for bringing the the Waltons to life.
You are so welcome!
Any idea how far the store was supposed to be away from the Walton house in the fictional world. They seemed to make the walk several times in each episode.
It's never really said.
@@inkey2 I agree...kids today don't move around much at all. They just sit in front of their screens all day. That's a good thing unless they are watching the Walton's ....yeah....like kids today know what good tv is ....with so many more options than we had. I can remember..getting up...having breakfast and then heading outside ...to a park...or even just the back yard. Exploring the neighbourhood....ahhh good times
In the episode “The Diploma”, a Lt. from Camp Rockfish arrives at the Godsey’s store and asks where he can find John Walton, Ike points down the road and says that the Walton’s mill is a half mile down the road.
@@timrichards4931 Thanks!
Very interesting, information. I never watched the show, growing up. I just discovered it, and started watching it, around 2007, or so. I'm so glad that I did. After a few episodes, I was "Hooked". I'm very proud to say, that I am now, "officially" a "True Walton's" fan. If I turn on the TV, I'm always scrolling through the channels, looking for the show. Thanks again for yourself, the entire cast and crew, for making such a "High Quality And Wholesome" show.
Thanks for watching.
Love these insights. I wonder if the house is still there or has it been demolished now its no longer in use.
I heard it burned.
@@midgie4410 o dear I didn't know that. Thank you.
It did burn down, but was rebuilt for the reunion movies and then moved to Columbia Ranch Studio lot a few blocks away before the final reunion movie. That was the studio where the Baldwin house exterior was located as well.
@@judynorton2598 hi Judy is it still there and does it get used for anything thank you. Please love the waltons here in the uk.
@@judynorton2598 Do you know how it burned down?
I just ran across your channel. I love the Waltons and always have. I’m 55 and for the past several years I took care of my grandmother who passed away last year at age 96. She was born in 1923 and in these last years of her life we often talked of her childhood and the Waltons gave me a reference to her childhood. She was the youngest like Elizabeth and I can imagine her being much like her. She had two older sisters and one brother who was as special as the character of John Boy. They were poor but always had plenty. They lived in a large house and she recalls when her sister’s employer give her their old victrola and exciting that was. They did not have a phone so they had to take the buggy to the store to use the phone. My great grandfather and grandmother (who I knew well) never drove only the three oldest kids. Even my maternal great grandfather lived with them and I understand he was a character and a half. So longer story short, when I watch the Waltons, it helps me recall her stories, and it helps me recall my childhood sitting with the family watching the show. Hearing you talk about the behind the scenes of the show, also helps me recall my youth; especially since my family have all passed away and I’m really all that is left. Thank you and I hope you can sometime do some episodes and bring a guest cast member on to interview/chat with while we eavesdrop on your recollections and remembrances.
Thanks so much James for sharing a piece of your family with me. So happy to hear how much you have enjoyed The Waltons over the years and now my Behind the Scenes. Sorry to hear about your Grandmother.
Another EXCELLENT video with great info. Have you even done a video of any bloopers made during the filming of the series? That would be awesome to see :)
Wish I had some of those. Will see about talking about what I remember
@@judynorton2598 Great, thank you!
My Mother had no problems with us boys watching The Waltons growing up. I never missed an episode and was very excited to see the new daily episode. I am definitely your number one fan. 😁
That is awesome!
Thanks Judy. Very interesting.
Glad you think so!
@@judynorton2598 I'm 64 and The Waltons remains one of my very favorite shows.
I loved hearing about the backlot filming. Thank you Judy 👍🏻😘
I'm so glad!
You are so welcome.
@@judynorton2598 😘
I know it was all staged, but my childhood mind wants to rememeber the way I thought it really was. 😅 I appreciate all your work in these videos.
They do make it all seem so real.
You're so welcome.
Staging is part of the deal and is perfectly reasonable. Bad script or acting and lack of details would definitely be something not forgivable... but this was never the case in the Walton Series :)
Nice to see what went on behind the curtains and you do great telling it, so glad you on UA-cam talking bout the show
Thanks for listening
I have often wondered how the actors kept the continuity when filming a scene that included part on the sound stage, then walking outside to continue outside. Obviously that would be filmed over more than one day in different locations, so I'd love to hear your experience with that:-)
Glad you enjoyed it.
I wonder that same thing every time I watch an episode now that I know about it. Really makes me wonder WHY the 'facades' aren't real inside in order to save time & continuity in filming.
Ok, so it was a set!
I still enjoy walking your back roads in my memory 🤠👍
Ahhh, that's sweet.
Love it 😊
Thanks 😁
Judy, I can't tell you how wonderful it is to see and learn about all of the sets and the production crews involved in making this lovely and one-of-a-kind show. It is amazing how realistic it all comes together. For me seeing this does not take anything away from the show. In some ways it adds to the show by explaining all of the hard work and techniques involved in making the series. I will admit that as I am now watching the DVD's I think about what is happening behind the cameras and what is out of sight and the angles needed to make the scenes. You explain it so perfectly that I can imagine myself with the crew in addition to the realistic scenes with you guys. That is awesome. It actually makes me appreciate the show even more knowing how it was made. It is too bad someone did not go around with a video camera of the time and just film the sets and lots as they were. In my imagination I always wished I could have been in one of the shows. Anyway, thank you for all the information about the actors, the stories and all of the behind the scenes information. I assume Drucilla's Pond was man made for the show.
You're so welcome.
So glad you are enjoying all this. Yes, Druscilla’s Pond was man-made on the backlot. But already there before The Waltons even started to film. It was also used for many other shows including Fantasy Island.
I wonder where the forest was (in the episode where Mama, Jim Bob and Elizabeth got lost after the car ran off the road and Elizabeth chased after the chicken). Frazier Park?
Probably, I don't recall every episode- especially if I wasn't part of that scene.
Loved the way you warned of spoiler alert. Thanks for the map. It really helped to understand the tricks the camera person used to make the shots.
Glad it was helpful!
Glad it was helpful!
I'm currently watching "The Awakening". How about a segment on the ever evolving shed that seems to transform throughout the series to holding lawn tools/typewriter and then the printing press to seemingly get larger on the inside when Ben & Cindy moved in....
See it this helps: Backlot locations - behind the scenes with Judy Norton- ua-cam.com/video/13NJ2G0OGyo/v-deo.html
@@judynorton2598 I should have watched it before my comment. Though, was it ever some sort of fun running joke on how the interior of the shed seemingly became larger and larger as the series went on with the exterior remaining the same? I have to ask about the exterior "nature" views outside the kitchen window and through the screened in porch off of the kitchen...
Did those continually change throughout the series? Not so much seasonal but just switching out the background scenery?
Either way...Love the show..Can't stomach what is being produced today...sans just a few shows and nothing remotely close to what you were a part of. Thank you for taking the time to give background info. on what went into the production of The Waltons...It really has stood the test of time and seeing as it is continually shown via 4 hour nightly blocks on Hallmark TV, the demand is strong!
Thanks Judy for doing these. We only have 3 episodes left to watch in the original tv series. I have commented a few times before and mentioned to you that I bought the entire dvd set of the Waltons. Growing up with it, I remember it being a very good show. Then I saw, got my picture with and talked to Jon Walmsley several years ago when he worked at Disneyland. This was the beginning of a renewed interest in the Waltons. While writing this, my son just asked me if we are going to watch the Waltons. So looks like I am going to watch the Waltons. Thanks again, Todd
How wonderful. I’m so happy to hear that. Thank you.