Opening Credits and Theme Song
The opening credits to Phyllis parody other TV series opening credits of the period, specifically The Mary Tyler Moore Show, by depicting the character in a variety of local settings while the theme song plays. In addition to scenes shot on location in San Francisco, various scenes from her appearances in The Mary Tyler Moore Show are shown. The theme song parodies spectacular Broadway musical numbers, such as Jerry Herman's title songs to "Hello Dolly" and "Mame." In keeping with the sour disposition of the character, the song resolves with a deprecating line in a minor key, as Phyllis—who has been smiling broadly at the foregoing flattering hyperbole—makes an ugly face at the camera:
- Lyrics:
- Who makes the fog surrounding the Golden Gate simply disappear?
- Phyllis... Phyllis...
- Who makes the warning bells on the cable cars play, "The Gang's All Here"?
- Phyllis... Phyllis...
- Who charms the crabs on Fisherman's Wharf right out of their shells?
- Who lights the lamps of Chinatown just by walking in view? Who?
- Phyllis! Phyllis! Phyllis...
- ...it sure isn't you.
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