Question 1

Which comedy legend worked as a gag writer on this film at Stan Laurel's request?

Accepted Answer

Buster Keaton worked as a gag writer on this film at the request of his good friend Stan Laurel, according to the 'Laurel & Hardy Encyclopedia'.

Question 2

Why was this film the last under Laurel and Hardy's MGM contract?

Accepted Answer

This was Laurel and Hardy's second and last film under their MGM contract; the other was Air Raid Wardens (1943).

Question 3

What was the initial box office gross of Laurel and Hardy's biggest success?

Accepted Answer

This film was Laurel and Hardy's biggest box office success, grossing $1,500,000 on its initial release.

Question 4

Which writer admitted he didn't know much about Laurel and Hardy and disliked what he knew?

Accepted Answer

Writer Ray Golden admitted he didn't know much about Laurel and Hardy and what he knew about them he didn't like.

Question 5

What unusual item is used to cut a tough steak in a dinner party scene?

Accepted Answer

The script includes a gag where a tough steak is cut with a hacksaw at a dinner party.

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