Question 1

Why did Oliver Hardy initially hesitate to act in this film?

Accepted Answer

Hardy feared it would make people think he and Stan Laurel had broken up as a team. He agreed only after Laurel insisted he take the role.

Question 2

What offer did John Wayne make to Oliver Hardy after this movie?

Accepted Answer

Wayne offered Hardy the role of 'permanent comic sidekick' in subsequent movies, but Hardy declined because Stan Laurel had recovered and returned to their team.

Question 3

What was John Wayne's later criticism about the film's co-star?

Accepted Answer

Wayne blamed poor critical response on Vera Ralston, saying studio chief Yates forced him to use her, costing the chance for a fine movie.

Question 4

How many movies did Oliver Hardy make without Stan Laurel during their 23-year partnership?

Accepted Answer

This was one of only two movies in which Hardy acted without Laurel during their 23-year comedy partnership.

Question 5

What conflict drives the plot of The Fighting Kentuckian?

Accepted Answer

John Brean, a Kentucky militiaman, falls in love with French exile Fleurette De Marchand and discovers a plot to steal the land her exiles plan to settle on.

The Fighting Kentuckian

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