Question 1

Why was The Seven Year Itch shot in color instead of black and white?

Accepted Answer

Billy Wilder preferred black and white, but Marilyn Monroe's contract with Fox required all her movies to be shot in color because she believed she looked more attractive in color.

Question 2

What record did Marilyn Monroe's white dress from the film set at auction?

Accepted Answer

Monroe's iconic white dress set a record when auctioned for $4.6 million in June 2011 (rising to $5.5 million after fees), quintupling the previous movie costume record.

Question 3

Which historic New York City landmark appears briefly in the film?

Accepted Answer

The film includes footage of New York City's original Pennsylvania Station, with a glimpse of its glass ceiling when Richard takes his family to catch their train.

Question 4

What deal did Marilyn Monroe have to make to star in The Seven Year Itch?

Accepted Answer

Monroe was eager to work with Billy Wilder but had to agree to star in There's No Business Like Show Business (1954) before Fox would allow her to make this film.

Question 5

Who was Billy Wilder's first choice for the lead role of Richard Sherman?

Accepted Answer

After seeing Walter Matthau's screen-test, Billy Wilder believed he had found his leading man, but Fox was unwilling to risk a newcomer, so he turned to Tom Ewell instead.

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