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:''For episode-specific trivia, see [[List of Metalocalypse episodes#Trivia|Metalocalypse episode trivia]].''

* The series was originally pitched as ''Deathclock'', but the name could not be used due to an existing trademark. The show and the main characters' band were then renamed ''Dethklok''. The show's title was then extended to ''Death Clock Metalocalypse'', although the starring band still retained the name Dethklok. The crew finally shortened the title to ''Metalocalypse'' because the extended show title was too complicated.

*Musicians [[Archthat Enemyhave (band)|Archguest Enemy]]voiced guitarist [[Michael Amott]] has recorded some voices foron the show, though he's not sure when and where they will be used.include [[James Hetfield]] and [[Kirk Hammett]] fromof [[Metallica]], have[[Jeff alsoLoomis]], recorded[[Steve voicesSmyth]], asand have[[Warrel various membersDane]] of [[Nevermore]], and [[Michael Amott]] of [[Arch Enemy]]. Also, [[King Diamond]] has recorded voices for four episodes. [[Cannibal Corpse]] frontman [[George Fisher (musician)|George Fisher]] will also be appearing in an upcoming episode.

* The ''Metalocalypse'' premiere was the #1 rated show in its timeslot among males aged 18-34, and earned the network's best premiere delivery and ratings to date in 2006. Among the top ad-supported basic cable programs of the week, ''Metalocalypse'' ranked #12 among men 18-34 and #6 among men 18-24. The series premiere ranked #30 for the week among adults 18-34.<ref>[http://www.turnerinfo.com/newsitem.aspx?P=CARTOON&CID01=a10ceda5-0c8a-4621-8468-25086aab1d1d Turner Broadcasting ratings information]</ref>

* Thus far, not one episode has been aired without Murderface making a reference to urinating.