Question 1

Which novel did Frank Sinatra's character come from, and what surprising sequel connection does it have?

Accepted Answer

Sinatra played Detective Joe Leland from Roderick Thorp's novel 'The Detective'. Thorp's sequel 'Nothing Lasts Forever' was later adapted into 'Die Hard' (1988), with Leland becoming John McClane.

Question 2

Why did Frank Sinatra replace his wife Mia Farrow with Jacqueline Bisset in this film?

Accepted Answer

Mia Farrow was supposed to co-star but refused due to a scheduling delay on another film. Sinatra made the film without her and served her divorce papers on the set of 'Rosemary's Baby'.

Question 3

Which two actors played the same character in this and other films, and what were those films?

Accepted Answer

Frank Sinatra and Ralph Meeker both played Francis X. 'Iron Balls' Delaney. Meeker played him in uniform in 'The Anderson Tapes' (1971), Sinatra as a detective in 'The First Deadly Sin' (1980).

Question 4

Who was originally set to direct, and why did Frank Sinatra prefer Gordon Douglas?

Accepted Answer

Mark Robson was originally set to direct, but Sinatra preferred Gordon Douglas, with whom he had made four previous films.

Question 5

What unique interior design trend is featured in Dr. Roberts' office?

Accepted Answer

The set design reflects a brief early-1960s trend where walls, doors, and cabinetry were painted the same flat color, as seen in Dr. Roberts' office.

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