8 Behind-the-Scenes Facts About Days of Our Lives

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Originally a 30-minute show, Days of Our Lives transitioned to an hour-long format in 1975.

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Faced with cancellation concerns in 2008, the show managed to survive and renewals became shorter over the years.

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Actors often learn their lines the night before filming due to the tight shooting schedule.

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Macdonald Carey has been the voice of the theme song since 1966.

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Bryan Dattilo admitted to actors borrowing props from the set, but the props department keeps track.

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Renewal uncertainties have plagued Days of Our Lives since 2008, often securing short-term renewals.

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Costume designers aim to reuse old outfits to save money amid budget constraints.

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