Gravity Falls is a popular animated TV series created by Alex Hirsch. Here are some interesting facts about the show:
Cipher Wheel: Throughout the series, there are hidden symbols and cryptograms, including the Cipher Wheel, which has symbols representing different characters. Fans spent a lot of time deciphering these codes to uncover hidden messages and clues.
Real Mystery Shack: The Mystery Shack, the main setting of the show, is based on the Oregon Vortex, a real tourist attraction in Gold Hill, Oregon, known for its optical illusions and mysterious phenomena.
Voices by Creator: Alex Hirsch, the show's creator, provided the voices for two of the main characters: Grunkle Stan and Bill Cipher. He often used different voice modulation techniques for Bill Cipher to make him sound more eerie and otherworldly.
Short Production Timeline: Gravity Falls was known for its relatively short production timelines compared to other animated shows. Each episode took about 9 months to create, from writing to animation.
Hidden Clues in the Theme Song: The show's theme song, "Gravity Falls Main Title Theme," hides a cryptogram that says, "Stan is not what he seems." This is a reference to the mysterious nature of Grunkle Stan's character.
Real-World References: The show is filled with references to real-world conspiracy theories, cryptids, and paranormal phenomena. For example, the show's town, Gravity Falls, is based on the real town of Boring, Oregon.
Guest Voices: Gravity Falls featured several guest voices, including Neil deGrasse Tyson, Nick Offerman, and Justin Roiland (the co-creator of Rick and Morty), among others.
Bill Cipher's Mysteries: Bill Cipher, the show's main antagonist, has a pyramid-shaped appearance. This is because he represents the Illuminati, a real-world secret society often associated with pyramid imagery and conspiracy theories.
Secret Society References: The show features various references to secret societies and organizations, such as the "Society of the Blind Eye," which erases people's memories of supernatural events.
Hidden Messages: Alex Hirsch included hidden messages in the show that could only be decoded by fans with a keen eye. Some of these messages foreshadowed events in the series or provided additional background information.
Gravity Falls is known for its intricate storytelling, attention to detail, and the dedication of its fanbase in unraveling its mysteries, making it a beloved and unique animated series.