Dustin Diamond’s Earliest Roles: Before Screech & Bayside (Deep Dive Part III)

Описание: Did you know that Dustin Diamond’s first best friend in a movie was ALSO named Zack? In this "Deep Screech Dive," we’re exploring the early filmography of the man who became Screech Powers. From dystopian sci-fi to rocking out with a young Neil Patrick Harris, we’re uncovering the roles that built the foundation for his iconic career.

We break down his appearances in the cult classic Purple People Eater, his physical comedy highlights in The Wonder Years, and his questionable connection to a Star Trek: The Next Generation hologram. Plus, we look at the behind-the-scenes links between Dustin’s early guest spots and the producers who eventually brought him to Bayside.

In this Deep Dive:

The Debut: Analyzing Dustin’s first role in the dystopian short film The Price of Life [00:21].

Neil Patrick Harris & Purple People Eater: A look at the 1988 kids' movie where Dustin plays a shredding guitarist [02:34].

The Wonder Years: Spotting Dustin as Joey Harris and Joey Lapman, showcasing his early physical comedy skills [07:29].

TV Oddities: From voicing a "chubby kid" in Yogi's Great Escape to his meta-greeter role in Star Trek: TNG [05:33].

Timestamps: [00:00] - Introduction to Part III [00:21] - The Price of Life: Dustin’s Dystopian Debut [01:32] - It’s a Living: Playing the Young Piano Prodigy [02:11] - Behind the Scenes: The R.J. Colleary Connection [02:34] - Purple People Eater: Neil Patrick Harris & Guitar Shredding [04:40] - The Tonal Shifts of 80s Kids' Movies [05:33] - Voice Acting: Yogi's Great Escape [06:19] - She’s Out of Control: Cameo with Tony Danza [07:29] - The Wonder Years: Getting Picked Last in Basketball [08:22] - The Wonder Years Part 2: The Boy's Glee Club [09:43] - The Munsters Today: Playing Rob the Class Suck-up [10:55] - Star Trek: TNG: The Parallax Free Spirits Greeter [11:27] - The "Lost" Appearance: Getting By & Pinball Wizard

Which of Dustin’s early roles surprised you the most? Let us know in the comments!

Covers appearances in:
"The Price of Life"
"Big Top Pee Wee"
"It's a Living"
"Purple People Eater"
"Yogi's Great Escape"
"She's Out of Control"
"The Wonder Years" as both Joey Harris and Joey Lapman
"The Munsters Today"
"Star Trek: The Next Generation"
"Getting By"

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