Question 1

What real-life emergency led to Dan Aykroyd and Carrie Fisher's engagement during filming?

Accepted Answer

Dan Aykroyd saved Carrie Fisher from choking by applying the Heimlich maneuver, and they became engaged shortly after during the shoot.

Question 2

Why did Dan Aykroyd affectionately nickname John Belushi 'America's Guest' during production?

Accepted Answer

Belushi disappeared during a night scene and was found in a nearby house where he'd asked for milk and a sandwich, then crashed on the homeowner's couch.

Question 3

How did some musical performers handle the lip-syncing requirements for their numbers?

Accepted Answer

James Brown sang live with recorded backing, John Lee Hooker performed live at Chicago's Maxwell Street Market, and Aretha Franklin's performance was edited from many takes.

Question 4

What is the story behind Cab Calloway's famous 'Hody-hody-hody ho' chorus in 'Minnie The Moocher'?

Accepted Answer

Calloway forgot the original lyrics during a performance and improvised 'Hody-Hody-Hody-ho!', which became more popular than the original version.

Question 5

What hidden Muppet references appear in the Toys'R'Us crash scene?

Accepted Answer

A man asks for Miss Piggy while holding a Grover toy, with Animal and Cookie Monster visible nearby - nods to Frank Oz who voiced those Muppets.

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