Question 1

Why did the producers cast a white actress as the black servant Molly?

Accepted Answer

Producers feared poor box office results in southern U.S. states if a black actress played the role, so they cast white actress Mary Anderson as Molly.

Question 2

What controversial language was overdubbed in some versions of the film?

Accepted Answer

The 'N' word is overdubbed with 'Negro' on at least two occasions in some versions; TCM shows the uncensored version.

Question 3

Which actor's final film was The Underworld Story?

Accepted Answer

This was Edward Van Sloan's final film before his death on March 6, 1964 at age 81.

Question 4

What is the film's plot about a blacklisted reporter?

Accepted Answer

A blacklisted reporter brings his shady ways to a small-town newspaper after being fired from a big city daily.

Question 5

When was The Underworld Story filmed and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

The film was shot in 1949 but not released until 1950.

The Underworld Story

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