Question 1

Why did Bud Abbott consider this his favorite film role?

Accepted Answer

Bud Abbott said this was his favorite film role because for a change he was the butt of all the punishment, instead of Lou Costello.

Question 2

What made this the most expensive Abbott and Costello feature up to that time?

Accepted Answer

The cost of the special effects made this the most expensive Bud Abbott and Lou Costello feature up to that time.

Question 3

Which song was inspired by this movie?

Accepted Answer

Gordon Lightfoot confirmed that the movie inspired a line in his song 'If You Could Read My Mind,' specifically 'just like an old time movie about a ghost in a wishing well.'

Question 4

How did Lou Costello's prop-taking affect the special effects crew?

Accepted Answer

Lou Costello's practice of taking home props was a major problem for the special effects crew. On one occasion when he removed a prop, it required two days of re-shooting.

Question 5

What happened when Lou Costello demanded his role be switched with Bud Abbott's?

Accepted Answer

Three weeks into shooting, Lou Costello demanded his role be switched with Bud Abbott's. When director Charles Barton explained it was unreasonable, Costello walked off the set. He returned two weeks later without apology.

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