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The Son of a Gunn Show - Thingee's Eye Pop

Television (Full Length) – 1994

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The moment Thingee's eye popped out has become a legendary event in Kiwi television history, as an unflappable Jason Gunn continues hosting duties, despite his co-presenter being in a spot of bother. The ocular incident occurred during filming of The Son of a Gunn Show. Although some swear they saw it happen live, the moment did not go to air until weeks after the event — on a nighttime bloopers show. Thingee debuted on After School and appeared in several children's shows, including What Now?. He retired from New Zealand television after returning to his home planet.

Whoops!
– Thingee

Key Cast & Crew

Thingee

Presenter

Jason Gunn

Presenter

Mike Rehu

Director

Alan Henderson

Voice of Thingee

Rob Stowell

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Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision - TVNZ Collection

Acknowledgements

Made with funding from NZ On Air

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