Richard Pryor's last solo starring vehicle.
Ji-tu Cumbuka and Richard Pryor have worked with each other on several movies, including Moving (1988), Brewster's Millions (1985), and Harlem Nights (1989).
Rodney Dangerfield wrote all the lines in his brief appearance which only took two hours to film.
When Arlo's Saab is brought back, there is a car door from a police car attached to the bumper with the words "GO POLICE" visible. The font and color are the same as the Chicago Police Department, used at the time of filming.
Richard Pryor's gaunt appearance is caused by his MS. His unusual facial hair is an attempt to hide how thin his face had gotten.