Question 1

What real-life opera singer is referenced in the plot?

Accepted Answer

The opera singer 'Melba', whose concert is robbed, is Australian soprano Dame Nellie Melba (1861-1931). Peach Melba and Melba toast are named for her.

Question 2

Which actor did director René Clair initially want for the lead role?

Accepted Answer

Director René Clair initially wanted Cary Grant for the lead role in 'It Happened Tomorrow'.

Question 3

What TV series later used a similar plot?

Accepted Answer

A similar plot was the basis for the TV series 'Early Edition' (1996), where a man received the next day's newspaper and had 24 hours to prevent a reported calamity.

Question 4

What is the nod in Larry Stevens' line about love keeping him warm?

Accepted Answer

Larry Stevens (Dick Powell) quips 'Don't you think love might keep me warm?' as a nod to Powell's song 'I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm' from 'On the Avenue' (1937).

Question 5

Who initially purchased the film rights before selling them?

Accepted Answer

Frank Capra initially purchased the film rights to the story, but upon entering the U.S. Army during World War II, he sold them to Arnold Pressburger.

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