Question 1

What chilling real-life encounter did actor William Talman have after playing the hitchhiker?

Accepted Answer

After the film's release, William Talman was recognized by another driver who slapped him across the face, saying 'You're the hitchhiker, right?'

Question 2

Why are many available copies of The Hitch-Hiker of such poor quality?

Accepted Answer

The film fell into public domain when the copyright wasn't renewed, leading to many badly edited or low-quality copies being duplicated from second- or third-generation sources.

Question 3

What physical trait makes the hitchhiker particularly dangerous to his captives?

Accepted Answer

The hitchhiker has an eye that never closes, even when he sleeps, making it impossible for Roy and Gilbert to know when they can safely attempt escape.

Question 4

What unusual newspaper detail appears in multiple films and TV shows?

Accepted Answer

A prop newspaper in the film contains a 1934 story about 'Mercury New X-ray Source, Two Scientists Report' that appears in many other movies and TV shows.

Question 5

Who directed The Hitch-Hiker and also contributed to the screenplay?

Accepted Answer

Ida Lupino directed the film and also worked on the screenplay as a writer.

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