Question 1

What surprising athletic talent did Alan Turing possess that is subtly hinted at in the film?

Accepted Answer

Alan Turing was a world-class distance runner, having run a marathon in 2:46:03 in 1946, though this is never mentioned in the film.

Question 2

How did a 1942 crossword puzzle connect to the real-life recruitment for Bletchley Park, as referenced in the film's promotion?

Accepted Answer

In 2014, The New York Times reprinted a 1942 crossword puzzle from The Daily Telegraph used to recruit code-breakers at Bletchley Park, with solvers eligible to win a trip to London.

Question 3

What did Winston Churchill reportedly say about the Bletchley Park code-breakers' contribution to World War II?

Accepted Answer

Winston Churchill is said to have called the Bletchley Park code-breakers 'the geese that laid the golden eggs,' implying their crucial role in defeating the Nazis.

Question 4

Which actor had an emotional breakdown while filming a final scene, and why?

Accepted Answer

Benedict Cumberbatch confessed to crying and having a breakdown in a final scene, due to his fondness for Alan Turing and reflecting on Turing's suffering.

Question 5

What historical event did Benedict Cumberbatch comment on regarding Alan Turing's treatment?

Accepted Answer

Benedict Cumberbatch said Turing's Royal Pardon was shameful, stating Turing should be pardoning others, and hoped the film highlights his extraordinary life and disgraceful treatment.

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