Brock Pierce, who plays the president's son, was on the ballot for the 2020 presidential election.
Bill Clinton's cameo appearance is the only time a sitting U.S. president has portrayed himself in a feature film.
When First Kid (1996) was rated for video release by the BBFC, 1 minute and 31 seconds were cut, due to the hostage attack in the shopping mall. At the time the BBFC felt that this, and the sudden onslaught of violence, were too intense for a 'PG' certificate. In 2002, all cuts were waived for a 'PG' rating.
The mall scenes were filmed at the Tysons Galleria in Tysons Corner, Virginia.
The dance scene was shot at Harry F Byrd Middle School in Richmond for the senators' logo on the gym walls and floor.