Question 1

What made the casino set in Johnny O'Clock so expensive?

Accepted Answer

According to Columbia's press releases, it was the most expensive set built in Hollywood since WWII, when government limits capped set construction at $5,000. The set included 14 gaming rooms with $50,000 worth of Las Vegas gambling equipment shipped from the producers' casino.

Question 2

Which actor made his screen debut in Johnny O'Clock?

Accepted Answer

Jeff Chandler made his screen debut in the film, playing a gambler in a card-playing sequence. Dick Powell, who had acted with Chandler on radio, helped him get the role by bringing him to Columbia.

Question 3

How did Lee J. Cobb's HUAC testimony connect to Johnny O'Clock?

Accepted Answer

When called before the House Un-American Activities Committee in 1953, Cobb named Shimen Ruskin, who plays the dry cleaner in this film, as a communist. Many fellow actors never forgave Cobb for this.

Question 4

What car does Johnny O'Clock drive in the film?

Accepted Answer

Johnny's car is a 1941 Cadillac Series 62 convertible coupe.

Question 5

Which radio adaptation of Johnny O'Clock aired in 1947?

Accepted Answer

On 12 May 1947, Lux Radio Theater presented a version of the story. Dick Powell and Lee J. Cobb reprised their roles for the live radio broadcast.

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