The Silver Screen—Answers

Here are the answers to the questions in my earlier post.

Bullitt.
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One

Answer: San FRAncisco and Dodge Charger

The iconic car chase scene in Bullitt, filmed in San Francisco, featured Steve McQueen driving a Ford Mustang through the city’s hilly streets. The 10-minute scene, filmed over three weeks, showcased modified Mustangs and Chargers, with McQueen performing close-up scenes and stunt drivers handling the high-speed stunts. Bullitt was released on this date in 1968.


The Misfits starring Clark Gable, Marilyn Monroe and Montgomery Clift.
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Two

Answer: Clark Gable and Marilyn Monroe

Clark Gable played Gaylord Langland and Marilyn Monroe as Roslyn Taber. Montgomery Clift, an American actor, was known for his emotional depth and vulnerability in roles.


Rita Hayworth. 1945.
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Three

Answer: Rita Hayworth

Rita Hayworth, an American actress and dancer, was a prominent figure in the Golden Age of Hollywood, starring in 61 films over 37 years. Known for her role in Gilda, she was a top pin-up girl during World War II and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960.


Question 4. George Wendt as Norm Peterson.
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Four

Answer: George Wendt; Cheers and Norm Peterson

Hilary Norman ‘Norm’ Peterson, a semi-unemployed accountant, is a regular at the bar. His character, originally named George, was rewritten after George Wendt’s audition.

George Wendt was born on this date in 1948 and passed away in May 2025.


James Stewart in Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.
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Five

Answer: Mr. Smith Goes to Washington


The American classic Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, starring James Stewart, had its world premiere; although it angered the political establishment, the drama won wide acclaim from the public and film industry.

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Author: Scott F

As a retired trivia writer, editor and quiz compiler, I wholeheartedly agree with Bertrand Russell’s quote: “There’s much pleasure to be gained in useless knowledge.” Trivia of all sorts has always fascinated me, and for many years, I’ve written and compiled trivia for various media, including traditional TV and radio quiz shows, newspapers and magazines, apps, and other digital platforms.

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