Question 1

Which actors turned down 'Road to Singapore' before Bob Hope and Bing Crosby?

Accepted Answer

Fred MacMurray and George Burns turned down the chance to make the film, leading producer Harlan Thompson to offer it to Bob Hope and Bing Crosby after seeing them clowning on the Paramount lot.

Question 2

What happened during a lunch break on the set of 'Road to Singapore'?

Accepted Answer

Bob Hope threw soap suds at Dorothy Lamour, starting a suds fight that involved Bing Crosby. Lamour cornered both and threw suds at them. The director was displeased because it would take hours to repair hair, makeup, and clothing.

Question 3

Why was the soap suds used for Spot-O specially created?

Accepted Answer

The soap suds used for Ace Lannigan's stain removing product Spot-O were heavy duty suds created by the prop department to hold up under the hot lights.

Question 4

Which 'Road' picture was the first to pair Bing Crosby and Bob Hope?

Accepted Answer

'Road to Singapore' was the first of the 'Road' pictures that paired Bing Crosby and Bob Hope, though Hope was given third billing behind Dorothy Lamour.

Question 5

Who plays the character Ace Lannigan in 'Road to Singapore'?

Accepted Answer

Bob Hope plays the character Ace Lannigan in 'Road to Singapore'.

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