Question 1

Why did production on Gentleman Jim shut down temporarily?

Accepted Answer

Production was shut down after Errol Flynn suffered a mild heart attack, but he recovered and finished the picture.

Question 2

Who trained Errol Flynn for his fight scenes and doubled for his footwork?

Accepted Answer

Former Junior Welterweight champion Mushy Callahan trained Flynn and his feet doubled for the actor in shots showing off his footwork.

Question 3

Which sailing ship from a previous Errol Flynn film was used in Gentleman Jim?

Accepted Answer

The sailing ship used during the dock-side fight was the same one used in The Sea Hawk (1940).

Question 4

How did the real Jim Corbett's personality differ from the film's portrayal?

Accepted Answer

According to Variety, the real Corbett was 'self-effacing' and had a 'quiet personality,' at odds with the brash extrovert depicted in the film.

Question 5

What health issue kept Errol Flynn from serving in WWII during the film's production?

Accepted Answer

Flynn suffered a mild heart attack during filming, and his weak heart kept him from serving in the Armed Forces during World War II.

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