Question 1

Which superstar actress made her first feature-film appearance as an uncredited extra in this movie?

Accepted Answer

Ava Gardner appears uncredited as a 'Young Socialite' in what may be her first feature-film appearance, though she is almost impossible to identify as a background extra.

Question 2

What was the original title of the novel when it was serialized in McCall's magazine?

Accepted Answer

The novel was originally titled 'Gone Tomorrow' when serialized in McCall's from September 1940 to January 1941, before being published as 'H.M. Pulham, Esq.'

Question 3

Which two actors from this film later co-starred in another adaptation of a John P. Marquand novel?

Accepted Answer

Van Heflin and Charles Coburn later co-starred in 'B.F.'s Daughter' (1948), another film based on a John P. Marquand novel.

Question 4

What oddity about the heroine's name is never commented on in the film?

Accepted Answer

No one comments on the extreme oddity of the distinctly male first name of heroine Marvin Myles, nor is her native country or ethnic background ever identified despite her European accent.

Question 5

Which famous actress considered this film her favorite?

Accepted Answer

Hedy Lamarr, who stars in the film, considered 'H.M. Pulham, Esq.' her favorite movie.

H.M. Pulham, Esq.

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