This episode guest stars Robert Cuccioli, who originated the dual role of Dr. Jekyll/Mr. Hyde on Broadway before eventually being replaced by David Hasselhoff.
C.J. tells Cody "Don't call me babe." which Pamela Anderson frequently said in the previous year's Barb Wire (1996).
This episode marks the final appearances of Pamela Anderson (C.J.) and Nancy Valen (Sam)
The Phantom Lifeguard looks to have been inspired by the movie "Darkman", an action/drama directed by Sam Raimi about a disfigured man who hides in the sewers while trying to figure out way to fix his looks.