44 trivia, guesses & fun facts — synced to Things to Come
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Q1. In 'Things to Come', what year did Wells predict WWII would begin? Medium · 200 pts
1940
Wells predicted 1940 - just months after WWII actually began in 1939!
Q2. How large were the miniature cityscapes built for 'Things to Come'? Medium · 200 pts
30 feet
The 30-foot miniatures were the most detailed ever created at that time!
Q3. Which iconic 1977 film borrowed Things to Come's sleek spacecraft designs? Medium · 200 pts
Star Wars
Star Wars' iconic Star Destroyer design was directly influenced by Things to Come!
Q4. How long did the Cold War last compared to the film's 30-year war? Medium · 200 pts
44 years longer
The Cold War lasted 44 years (1947-1991), far exceeding Wells' 30-year prediction!
Q5. What profession did Theotocopulos use to argue against endless progress? Medium · 200 pts
Sculptor
As a sculptor, he argued humanity should pause to enjoy art and life rather than endless progress.
… and 39 more trivia, guesses & fun facts — play along free to get them all live as you watch.
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"Whither mankind?" In this thought-provoking sci-fi classic, John Cabal (Raymond Massey) envisions a future of war and ruin, followed by a utopian society. Oswald Cabal (Raymond Massey), Roxana Black (Margaretta Scott), Theotocopulos (Cedric Hardwicke), and Rudolf (Ralph Richardson) bring this visionary tale to life.
Directed by William Cameron Menzies. Written by H.G. Wells. Starring Raymond Massey, Margaretta Scott, Cedric Hardwicke, and Ralph Richardson. Test your knowledge of this prophetic film with our interactive trivia game!
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