Question 1

Why was 'It Ain't Hay' considered a 'lost' film by Abbott and Costello fans?

Accepted Answer

It was unavailable for viewing for many years due to legal issues with the Damon Runyon estate, but was never actually lost.

Question 2

What inside joke is hidden in a restaurant sign in the film?

Accepted Answer

A shot of the 'Windsor House Band Box' refers to The Windsor House (Lou Costello's restaurant) and The Band Box (Bud Abbott's nightclub).

Question 3

Which previous Abbott and Costello movie is referenced in the 'Glory Be' number?

Accepted Answer

The cast marches past a poster of 'Who Done It?' (1942), their previous film directed by Erle C. Kenton.

Question 4

What injury did Lou Costello sustain while filming a scene with a horse?

Accepted Answer

He was slightly injured when the horse rolled over on top of him during the scene where he was in bed with the horse.

Question 5

What is the connection between the character Umbrella Sam and Damon Runyon?

Accepted Answer

Umbrella Sam says, 'I don't know. I'm a Damon Runyon character,' and the film is based on Runyon's story 'Princess O'Hara'.

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