Question 1

Why did the production of 'Don't Open Till Christmas' take almost two years?

Accepted Answer

Original director Edmund Purdom quit, Derek Ford was fired after two days, then Ray Selfe completed direction and Alan Birkinshaw rewrote parts, including the original ending and London Dungeon sequence, with much footage re-filmed.

Question 2

Which actor died before the film's release?

Accepted Answer

Alan Lake, one of the main actors, died before the film was released.

Question 3

How long did Caroline Munro's scene take to shoot?

Accepted Answer

Caroline Munro's scene was shot in a single day.

Question 4

What condition did Edmund Purdom set for starring in the film?

Accepted Answer

Edmund Purdom agreed to star only after stipulating that he also direct it.

Question 5

What happened to the character Dr. Bridle in the final film?

Accepted Answer

Although referred to in the script, Dr. Bridle never appeared in any print. His scenes were likely filmed but deleted. The Vinegar Syndrome Blu-Ray includes these lost scenes as a bonus feature.

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