Question 1

Why did Fox rush 'The Pirate Movie' into production?

Accepted Answer

Fox hurriedly pushed the send-up into production to beat Universal Pictures' planned faithful film adaptation of the Broadway revival of 'The Pirates Of Penzance' to the screen.

Question 2

Which song from the movie charted on the Billboard Hot 100?

Accepted Answer

The song 'How Can I Live Without Her?' sung by Christopher Atkins reached No. #71 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart.

Question 3

How did 'The Pirate Movie' gain a cult following?

Accepted Answer

The film started gaining a cult status in the late '80s largely due to repeat screenings on HBO.

Question 4

What record was set by this film's budget in Australia?

Accepted Answer

Publicity declared that with a budget of $9 million, the film was the most expensive Australian movie ever made at the time of release.

Question 5

What happens to Mabel in the story?

Accepted Answer

Left behind by her friends on a boat trip, contemporary teen Mabel takes pursuit but is knocked unconscious on an island, where she has a dream involving pirates, romance, and adventure.

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