Question 1

Which actress was originally set to star in Best Foot Forward before Lucille Ball took over?

Accepted Answer

Lana Turner was originally going to star but discovered she was pregnant, so Lucille Ball was given the role.

Question 2

What was the film debut for Nancy Walker and the first full-length feature for June Allyson?

Accepted Answer

Best Foot Forward marks the film debut of Nancy Walker and the first full-length feature of June Allyson, both reprising their roles from the Broadway play.

Question 3

Which actress retired from acting at age 16 after appearing in this film?

Accepted Answer

Virginia Weidler retired from acting at age 16 after Best Foot Forward, which was her final film.

Question 4

How much did MGM pay to acquire the rights to the musical from Columbia Pictures?

Accepted Answer

MGM bought the rights from Columbia Pictures for $150,000 (about $2.6M in 2021) and the services of Gene Kelly for one picture.

Question 5

Which festival featured Best Foot Forward in 2001?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the International Film Festival Rotterdam in 2001.

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