Question 1

Why was director Richard Fleischer surprised to be hired for this Disney film?

Accepted Answer

Richard Fleischer was surprised because he was the son of Disney's biggest competitor, Max Fleischer. Walt Disney hired him anyway, saying he was the best man for the job.

Question 2

What unusual method did cast members use to work with the sea lion Esmerelda?

Accepted Answer

Cast members carried herring in their pockets to reward Esmerelda the sea lion after scenes. Director Richard Fleischer said the cast smelled like the Fulton Fish Market.

Question 3

What happened to the Nautilus sets after the film's release?

Accepted Answer

Many sets representing the Nautilus interior were used as a Disneyland attraction until the late 1960s, including an animated squid over an observation window.

Question 4

Which actor joked that the giant squid got his usual type of role?

Accepted Answer

Peter Lorre claimed that the giant squid got the role that was usually reserved for him.

Question 5

Where was the undersea footage filmed for this adaptation?

Accepted Answer

The undersea footage was shot in the Bahamas in the same location used for the silent 1916 version of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea.

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