Early Sports Quiz: What's Your I.Q. No. 13

About This Movie

So, 'Early Sports Quiz: What's Your I.Q. No. 13' is one of those quirky little Pete Smith Specials that invites you into the realm of sports trivia. It’s all about audience engagement—there's a certain charm in having viewers guess the answers to multiple-choice questions. The pacing is interesting, as the reveal happens either after 5 or 10 seconds, creating this sort of suspenseful atmosphere. While the director remains unknown, the format itself stands out in the landscape of 1940s short films, blending light entertainment with a competitive edge. It’s fascinating how it blends educational content with that vintage quiz show vibe, making it a unique piece in the trivia genre of its time.

This short film has become a subtle curiosity among collectors, especially those who focus on Pete Smith's work or 1940s cinema. While it's not widely available, copies do pop up occasionally, often in niche auction sites or through specialty film distributors. Its scarcity and unique format make it an interesting find for anyone diving into the trivia genre or exploring the oddities of classic entertainment.