Pre-production · term
Bottle episode
Also known as bottle show.
An episode designed to use a limited cast, few standing sets, and constrained production resources while still serving the series story.
In practice
The form often concentrates on character conflict and can reduce company moves, builds, and guest costs, though it is not automatically cheap. “Bottle show” is a common variant.
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Sources
- E-learning glossary · ScreenSkills
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.