Question 1

Why did Lou Costello initially refuse to make Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein?

Accepted Answer

Lou Costello didn't want to make the movie, declaring, "No way I'll do that crap. My little girl could write something better than this." He was convinced by a $50,000 advance and director Charles Barton.

Question 2

What makes Bela Lugosi's role as Dracula in this film historically significant?

Accepted Answer

This was only the second and last time Bela Lugosi played Dracula in a feature film, and it was his last involvement in a film for a major studio (Universal).

Question 3

Which comedic scene required multiple takes due to Lou Costello's improvisation?

Accepted Answer

The scene where Wilbur unknowingly sits on the Frankenstein monster's lap required multiple takes because Lou Costello improvised wildly, causing Glenn Strange to break up laughing constantly.

Question 4

What monster was originally planned to appear but was eventually dropped from the film?

Accepted Answer

Originally the Mummy was to be included in the cast of monsters, but that idea was eventually dropped.

Question 5

Who plays the Wolf Man in Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein?

Accepted Answer

Lon Chaney Jr. plays Lawrence Talbot, also known as The Wolfman, in the film.

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