Question 1

What dangerous incident occurred between Errol Flynn and director Michael Curtiz during a sword fight?

Accepted Answer

During a fight scene, Flynn was jabbed by an actor using an unprotected sword after Curtiz had the safety feature removed. Flynn reportedly grabbed Curtiz by the throat and asked if he found that "exciting enough."

Question 2

Why was a planned sequel to The Adventures of Robin Hood never made?

Accepted Answer

A sequel was commissioned but delayed due to WWII-era government restrictions on film investment. By 1945, key actors Olivia de Havilland and Claude Rains were no longer at Warner Bros., so the project was scrapped.

Question 3

Where was the archery tournament scene filmed, and what famous film later used the same location?

Accepted Answer

The archery tournament was shot at Busch Gardens in Pasadena, CA, which was later used for the Wilkes plantation exteriors in Gone with the Wind (1939).

Question 4

How many Technicolor cameras were used during production, and what happened to them daily?

Accepted Answer

The production used all 11 Technicolor cameras in existence in 1938, and they were all returned to Technicolor at the end of each day's filming.

Question 5

What was the unusual payment arrangement for actors and stunt players who were shot with arrows?

Accepted Answer

Heavily padded stunt players and actors were paid $150 per arrow for being shot by Howard Hill during production.

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