Question 1

Which presidential election influenced a line in June Bride?

Accepted Answer

During filming, the Thomas E. Dewey/Harry S. Truman race was ongoing, so one of Mary Wickes' character's lines was shot with both candidates' names. The original print used Dewey; after Truman won, the other version was rushed to theaters.

Question 2

What was Edith Head's first time working with Bette Davis?

Accepted Answer

June Bride marked Edith Head's first time designing costumes for Bette Davis.

Question 3

Which actress made her movie debut in June Bride?

Accepted Answer

Debbie Reynolds made her movie debut in June Bride.

Question 4

Why did Bette Davis initially resist casting Robert Montgomery?

Accepted Answer

Bette Davis wanted Jack Carson or Dennis Morgan for the lead, but was convinced by the director and producer that Robert Montgomery had more box-office appeal at the time.

Question 5

What new contract did Bette Davis receive due to June Bride's success?

Accepted Answer

As a result of this film's success, Warner Brothers gave Bette Davis a new contract for four films at $10,285 per week (about $104,000/wk in 2016), making her the highest-paid woman in the U.S. at the time.

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