Question 1

What unusual twist does the babysitter Lynn Belvedere bring to the King household?

Accepted Answer

Lynn Belvedere turns out to be a man, not a woman, and is an eccentric, outrageously forthright genius with many careers and experiences.

Question 2

Which film festival featured 'Sitting Pretty' in 1948?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Locarno International Film Festival in 1948.

Question 3

What unique skill does Clifton Webb demonstrate in this film, rare in his movie career?

Accepted Answer

Aside from one other film, this is one of the few that shows Clifton Webb's accomplished dancing skills, as he was a successful Broadway performer.

Question 4

How did Clifton Webb's Oscar nomination for this film differ from his previous nominations?

Accepted Answer

This was his third and final Oscar nomination, and his only nomination for lead actor; his two previous nominations were for supporting actor.

Question 5

What attempts were made to bring Mr. Belvedere to television before the 1985 series?

Accepted Answer

Pilots were shot in 1959 with Hans Conried and in 1965 with Victor Buono; the series finally aired in 1985 as 'Mr. Belvedere' on ABC.

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