The "Broadcast Nuisance" segment was slightly edited and redubed after its initial release. In the original version, Phil Hartman's character was originally named Slam Fondlesome rather than the generic Dan Anchorman, and much of the more violent segments were cut. This is because Steven Spielberg thought the Warners were too harsh with the anchorman, notably the part where they electrocute him. The reason for the name change, however, is unknown.