Question 1

What happened to Kirk Douglas's nose while filming a horse stunt?

Accepted Answer

Kirk Douglas broke his nose when he leaned forward instead of back while yanking the horse's head, taking the full force in the face.

Question 2

Which actor turned down the lead role and a $400,000 payday?

Accepted Answer

John Wayne turned down the lead and a payday of $400,000.

Question 3

How did Hank Worden appear as two different characters in the film?

Accepted Answer

Hank Worden played Crazy Bear (with a dubbed voice) and also made a cameo as the jailer using his own voice.

Question 4

Who created the flaming arrow special effects and also appeared as an extra?

Accepted Answer

Ted V. Mikels created the flaming arrow special effects and appeared as both an Indian and a soldier.

Question 5

Which three actors in the cast were billed without 'Jr.' despite being juniors?

Accepted Answer

Lon Chaney Jr., Alan Hale Jr., and Elisha Cook Jr. had all dropped the 'Jr.' from their billing by this time.

The Indian Fighter

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