Question 1

Which Reno casino was featured in 5 Against the House?

Accepted Answer

Harolds Club casino, opened in 1935 by brothers Harold and Raymond Smith, was featured. It was sold to Howard Hughes in 1970 and later demolished in 1999.

Question 2

What unique feature of Harold's Club's parking garage is highlighted?

Accepted Answer

The 'pigeon-hole' parking garage at Harold's Club was brand new in 1954, powered by a steam boiler. By the 1960s it became unreliable, and by 1970 only the ground floor was usable; it was demolished in 1999.

Question 3

Why were there more female patrons in Reno's casinos compared to Las Vegas?

Accepted Answer

Reno was unofficially known as the divorce capital of the USA, with hotels and dude ranches where women could establish residency to get a divorce, leading to more female casino patrons.

Question 4

Which university campus stood in for the fictional Midwestern University in the film?

Accepted Answer

The University of Nevada, Reno campus stood in for the fictional Midwestern University. Founded in 1874, its classical architecture attracts film crews.

Question 5

What was notable about this film for writer Stirling Silliphant?

Accepted Answer

It was the first filmed screenplay for writer/screenwriter Stirling Silliphant.

5 Against the House

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