The Wildest Myths Viewers Have Been Led to Believe by Movies & Media

Myth #16 – It’s Illegal to Yell “Fire” In a Crowded Theater

There is no law against yelling “fire” in a crowded theater. The idea comes from a court decision regarding the distribution of pamphlets in opposition to the draft during WWI.

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The More You Know

  • In the entire Lord of the Rings film trilogy, no two female characters ever speak to each other.
  • The ornaments that Marv steps on in Home Alone are actually candy.
  • Samuel L. Jackson has a clause in his film contracts that allows him to play golf during film shoots whenever he wants.
  • A "Harry Potter" stunt double was paralyzed on the job.
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