Question 1

Why was Alan Ladd determined to keep working despite a serious infection on set?

Accepted Answer

Alan Ladd became seriously ill with an infection on set but insisted on continuing his work on the movie.

Question 2

Which Canadian big band leader and his musicians appeared as extras in this film?

Accepted Answer

Canadian big band leader Moxie Whitney and his musicians were extras, playing bad guys, good guys, and Mounties.

Question 3

Where was Saskatchewan actually filmed, despite its title?

Accepted Answer

None of the filming was done in Saskatchewan; it was filmed in Alberta and at Universal's studios in California.

Question 4

What role did Hugh O'Brian play in this film that mirrored his TV series role?

Accepted Answer

Hugh O'Brian played a deputy U.S. Marshal, exactly the same role he played for years on The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp.

Question 5

What historical event led to Sitting Bull's refuge in Canada, as noted in the film's trivia?

Accepted Answer

Led by Sitting Bull, a band of Sioux escaped to Canada following the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1877.

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