For the scenes filmed in Walmart, myriad Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999) merchandise prominently depicting Natalie Portman as Queen Amidala had to be removed, to preserve the suspension of disbelief.
Dennis Letts (Sheriff) was the husband of the author of the novel "Where the Heart Is," Billie Letts.
In this film, Novalee's unlucky number is 5; in the book, it was 7.
The Walmart featured in this movie has since been renovated into a county judicial facility as most small town Walmarts are being eliminated in favor of Super Walmart stores nationwide. The supercenter is extremely close to the location of the Walmart featured in the movie.
The trailer has many alternate takes of different scenes. Most notably, Sister's daily prayer, asking forgiveness for her "fornication" with Mr. Sprock, is changed to "whoopie."
