Question 1

Why did James M. Cain sue the filmmakers of When Tomorrow Comes?

Accepted Answer

Author James M. Cain sued Universal Pictures and director John M. Stahl for copyright violation, claiming the church storm scene was taken from his novel 'Serenade.' The judge ruled against Cain, citing significant differences between the scenes.

Question 2

Which real-life event inspired the hurricane scenes in When Tomorrow Comes?

Accepted Answer

The hurricane scenes were inspired by the Great New England Hurricane of 1938, which struck Long Island the year before the movie was made.

Question 3

How many writers reportedly worked on the script for When Tomorrow Comes?

Accepted Answer

It was reported that at least 21 writers worked on the script, which was incomplete when production began.

Question 4

What is the synopsis of When Tomorrow Comes?

Accepted Answer

A waitress destined for a better life falls in love with a handsome stranger, only to find that he is already married.

Question 5

Which two films pair Charles Boyer and Irene Dunne in 1939?

Accepted Answer

When Tomorrow Comes and Love Affair (1939) are the two films pairing Charles Boyer and Irene Dunne in 1939. Both feature a scene where Boyer plays piano while Dunne sings.

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