Bob Fuller plays numerous minor roles over the course of the series. In this episode he plays the part of a grocery Clerk. His other roles are as follows:
- 8.17 We're Going to Disney World (1996) (airline steward)
- 8.18 Disney World War II (1996) (bellhop)
- 8.21 Morning Becomes Obnoxious (1996) (makeup artist)
- 9.10 Home Is Where the Afghan Is (1996) (caterer)
- 9.21 The Truth Be Told (1997) (clothing salesman)
When Jackie takes the phone from Roseanne at the grocery store, it breaks off, but she continues on with scene.
The title derives from a boxing match between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman that was billed as "The Thrilla in Manila" won by Ali by TKO in the 14th round.