Ken Berry who played Thor Anderson, also starred with Betty White and Rue McClanahan on Mama's Family (1983).
At one point, Blanche chastises Rose for not remembering dating Thor in the past, but in two episodes before this one, Blanche could not remember dating the pharmacist in the past.
The living room used for Marvin & Sarah's house is a redressing and slightly remodeled living room set from All in the Family. The front closet was removed and a wall was added to the left side of the set where the dining table had been located.