Question 1

What surprising connection does Jodie Foster have to Star Wars while making Freaky Friday?

Accepted Answer

Jodie Foster was offered the Princess Leia role in Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977) during this film's development, but her mother decided to honor her Disney contract, so she completed Freaky Friday instead.

Question 2

Which actor appears in both the 1977 and 2003 versions of Freaky Friday?

Accepted Answer

Marc McClure, who plays Boris Harris in the 1977 film, also appears as Boris the parcel delivery man in the 2003 remake, making him the only actor in both films.

Question 3

What unusual nomination situation occurred at the Golden Globes for this film?

Accepted Answer

Both Jodie Foster and Barbara Harris were nominated for Best Actress - Musical or Comedy at the 1977 Golden Globes, technically nominated for playing the same character(s) since they swapped bodies in the story.

Question 4

What song do Barbara Harris and Jodie Foster sing together in the opening credits?

Accepted Answer

The opening credits song "I'd Like to be You for a Day" is sung by Barbara Harris and Jodie Foster.

Question 5

What did Jodie Foster say about making different kinds of films like Freaky Friday?

Accepted Answer

Jodie Foster said she thought it was important for her career to make all different kinds of films, was proud of Freaky Friday, and liked working for Disney, with many friends considering it her best picture.

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