Question 1

Why did MGM sign Abbott and Costello for Rio Rita?

Accepted Answer

Abbott and Costello were under contract to Universal, but a clause allowed them to do one film per year for another company. MGM signed them for three films, starting with Rio Rita.

Question 2

How does the 1942 Rio Rita differ from the 1929 film?

Accepted Answer

Only 2 songs from the stage musical were used, and the screenplay is an original story, bearing no resemblance to the 1929 version. The SAB designated it as an original story.

Question 3

Which actor was mistakenly credited for a role in Rio Rita?

Accepted Answer

William Tannen is listed in studio records for the role of 'Pet Shop Owner', but he did not appear. The part was played by Joe Kirk, Lou Costello's brother-in-law.

Question 4

What unique car does Ricardo Montera drive in Rio Rita?

Accepted Answer

Ricardo Montera (John Carroll) drives a 1942 De Soto Custom with hidden headlights called 'New Airfoil Lights - Out of Sight Except At Night'.

Question 5

What is the conflict in Rio Rita?

Accepted Answer

Doc and Wishey run into Nazi agents who want to smuggle bombs into the USA from a Mexican border hotel.

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