In an interview from while the show was on air, the cast of “That ’70s Show” discussed why Wisconsin was picked for the show’s setting (the town, Point Place, is fictional) and why it’s so vital to the core of the sitcom. Danny Masterson said, “Wisconsin was picked by our creators because it’s kind of everytown, USA. It’s the middle of the country, we’re not close to any major cities, there’s no hipster vibe going on.” Because it’s in the middle of nowhere, Masterson explained, the friend group ends up hanging out in more ordinary settings, such as the diner, the water tower or, of course, the basement.
Laura Prepon added that the characters are forced to use their imagination to have fun, which leads to them hanging out in the basement or just making jokes with each other. Prepon continued, “[The characters] have nothing else to do so the relationships are way more intimate and there’s more of a dynamic there.”
Topher Grace then chimed in, noting that “That ’70s Show” showcases what life is like when you grow up in the type of suburb that is separated from any major city. Finally, Wilmer Valderrama added, “What you have is the opportunity to really listen to the characters instead of watching them do things.”
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