Hugh Laurie and David Shore showed up at a local film festival this weekend, and yeah, it’s exactly what you think. The actor behind Dr. Gregory House and the show’s creator did a Q&A before screening the “Three Stories” episode.

According to festival-goers, the pair clearly respect each other and their work. The discussion gave fans a look at how they collaborated on one of TV’s most memorable medical dramas.

“Three Stories” is known for its innovative storytelling structure, so it made sense as the episode to screen. The conversation covered the show’s creative process and how Laurie and Shore worked together to pull off that kind of complex narrative.

Some attendees got to meet Laurie in person. For a local festival, landing guests like this is a pretty big deal and shows the event’s growing reputation.

The episode itself is widely regarded as one of the series’ best examples of innovative TV writing. Its complex structure and character development made it a solid choice for discussing how actor and creator worked together.

Keep an eye on what next year’s festival brings. If this weekend’s turnout and reaction are any indication, the organisers have set the bar pretty high.