Question 1

Which real-life figures inspired character names in The Poseidon Adventure?

Accepted Answer

The captain was named Gallico for writer Paul Gallico, the doctor was named Ballard for Robert Ballard who discovered Titanic's wreck, and the lounge was named Jak's Lounge for fan club president Jak Castro.

Question 2

Why did director John Putch avoid watching the final cut?

Accepted Answer

John Putch said he could not bring himself to watch the final product after much was edited out at the studio's request.

Question 3

What connection does C. Thomas Howell have to the 1972 version?

Accepted Answer

C. Thomas Howell's father worked as a stuntman on The Poseidon Adventure (1972).

Question 4

Where do paintings of the Titanic appear in the movie?

Accepted Answer

Two Titanic paintings appear: one in Cruise Director Leo's cabin on the Poseidon, another in the Dulcet Cruise headquarters in Sydney, Australia.

Question 5

How does this adaptation differ from the novel and 1972 film?

Accepted Answer

Many new characters were added, only a few original characters were retained, some were renamed, and others were dropped.

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