Under the Dome

In the novel, a news helicopter crashes into the dome. That helicopter has the CBS logo on it (current home to the series).

Within the course of the series Dean Norris assumes a role as an officer of the law in Chester's Mill. Norris previously played as a member of law enforcement in a small role in 'Lethal Weapon 2' as Detective Dick Cavanaugh. He also played a SWAT officer in 'Terminator 2' and a DEA agent in 'Breaking Bad'.

Joe is "addicted to the graphic novels of Brian K. Vaughn" in the novel. Brian K. Vaughn became the creator and writer of the TV series.