Question 1

Why did Charles Laughton join Abbott and Costello for this film?

Accepted Answer

Charles Laughton had long admired Lou Costello's slapstick abilities and decided to learn from the best, so he let Abbott and Costello know he was interested in working with them.

Question 2

How did Abbott and Costello manage to make this film in color?

Accepted Answer

Universal wouldn't spend extra for color, so using a contractual agreement allowing one independent film per year, they made it through Abbott's company, Woodley Productions, using the less costly SuperCinecolor.

Question 3

What historical inaccuracy exists regarding Anne Bonny in the film?

Accepted Answer

Anne Bonny could never have been a rival to Captain Kidd; he was hanged in 1701, and she was born in 1702.

Question 4

Which sea-going roles was Charles Laughton known for before this film?

Accepted Answer

Charles Laughton had played various sea roles including Capt. Bligh in Mutiny on the Bounty (1935) and Captain Kidd in 1945, among others.

Question 5

What mix-up leads the waiters to be kidnapped by Captain Kidd?

Accepted Answer

Two hapless waiters mix up a love letter with Captain Kidd's treasure map of Skull Island, leading to their kidnapping and being taken to the pirate's island.

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