Question 1

Which actress was originally intended for the role of Ruth before Elana Eden was cast?

Accepted Answer

The role of Ruth was intended for Susan Strasberg, who was tested, but the studio cast Elana Eden after being stunned by her screen test for The Diary of Anne Frank (1959).

Question 2

What was Victor Buono's first film, and what did he later achieve?

Accepted Answer

Victor Buono's first film was The Story of Ruth. He later received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962).

Question 3

Which actor was originally cast as Boaz but left the project?

Accepted Answer

Stephen Boyd was originally cast as Boaz but pulled out of the project.

Question 4

Which actresses were offered the role of Naomi before Peggy Wood was cast?

Accepted Answer

Helen Hayes and Irene Dunne were offered the role of Naomi before Peggy Wood was cast.

Question 5

Which director had earlier planned a biblical film called 'The Song Of Ruth' with Audrey Hepburn?

Accepted Answer

Howard Hawks had announced a biblical film called 'The Song Of Ruth' about half a dozen years earlier, with Audrey Hepburn in the lead, but made 'Land Of The Pharaohs' instead.

The Story of Ruth

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