The Boy Meets World stars recently discussed a memorable and “intense” moment involving Jennifer Love Hewitt on the Pod Meets World podcast. During the recap of the season 5 episode “And Then There Was Shawn,” the actors reflected on a scene where Will Friedle’s character, Eric Matthews, shares a passionate kiss with Hewitt’s character, Jennifer Love Fefferman.
In the episode, the cast finds themselves in a slasher film parody, with a mysterious killer stalking them in the school during detention. Despite the plot being revealed as a dream, the kiss between Friedle and Hewitt stood out as one of the most intense moments of the show’s entire run.
Friedle, along with Rider Strong and Danielle Fishel, who played Shawn Hunter and Topanga Lawrence respectively, admitted that the scene felt uncomfortable in hindsight. They acknowledged that while the decision to include the scene may have been for comedic purposes, it may have come across as inappropriate to viewers who were unaware of the off-screen relationship between Friedle and Hewitt.
The actors expressed surprise at the level of intensity in the scene, with Fishel noting that it was more than she had remembered. Friedle mentioned that some fans had even told him they were unaware of the real-life relationship between him and Hewitt, adding to the awkwardness of the moment.
Despite the discomfort, the actors agreed that the scene was played for laughs and was meant to be a humorous addition to the episode. Friedle described it as the most intense makeout scene in the show’s seven-season run, emphasizing the passion and intensity of the moment.
Boy Meets World, which aired from 1993 to 2000, remains a beloved coming-of-age sitcom that continues to resonate with audiences. The show, now available on Disney+, featured a talented cast that included Ben Savage, William Daniels, and William Russ.
The discussion on the Pod Meets World podcast offered fans a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the iconic episode and shed light on the challenges of filming intimate scenes for a family-friendly show. Despite the awkwardness of the moment, the Boy Meets World stars look back on the experience with humor and fondness, appreciating the unique bond they shared both on and off the screen.
