Question 1

Why did Errol Flynn and Walter Pidgeon swap roles in That Forsyte Woman?

Accepted Answer

Originally Pidgeon was cast as Soames and Flynn as young Jolyon, but the actors felt they wanted to go against type and agreed to switch roles.

Question 2

What caused Greer Garson to scream and faint on set?

Accepted Answer

When Greer Garson flung her wardrobe open to change into a dress, Errol Flynn jumped out of the wardrobe, causing her to scream and faint.

Question 3

Which novel is That Forsyte Woman based on?

Accepted Answer

The film was based on the first of Galsworthy's Forsyte novels, 'The Man of Property.'

Question 4

Which actor was originally scheduled to play Jolyon Forsyte but could not due to illness?

Accepted Answer

C. Aubrey Smith was originally scheduled to play Jolyon Forsyte, but illness preceding his death prevented it.

Question 5

How much money did That Forsyte Woman lose at the box office?

Accepted Answer

Because of the big-name cast, expensive sets and period costuming, the film was a financial failure, losing $564,000.

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