Question 1

Why did Frank Sinatra not receive top billing in Pal Joey despite being a bigger star?

Accepted Answer

Rita Hayworth got top billing, which Sinatra attributed to her being Columbia Pictures' longtime star, and he joked about being 'stuck in the middle' between Hayworth and Kim Novak.

Question 2

What unusual scheduling change was made during the filming of Pal Joey?

Accepted Answer

Shooting ran from noon until 8 p.m. instead of the normal 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. to allow the cast to sleep later and improve performances.

Question 3

Who was originally considered to direct Pal Joey, and what happened with the studio head?

Accepted Answer

Billy Wilder was the original choice to direct, but Columbia head Harry Cohn turned him down and later sent Wilder a bill for their lunch meeting.

Question 4

How did Marlene Dietrich contribute to the casting of Frank Sinatra in Pal Joey?

Accepted Answer

After turning down the role of Vera Simpson, Dietrich suggested her friend Frank Sinatra for the role of Joey, following Gene Kelly's denial and before Jack Lemmon was considered.

Question 5

What is the central plot conflict in Pal Joey?

Accepted Answer

An opportunistic singer woos a wealthy widow to boost his career.

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