Half-Assed Internet Research
Reported training, casting endorsement, billing and speedboat facts, plus the actors age gap.
In the discussion (6)
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- A research anecdote says Michael Mann arranged fake drug busts that Farrell initially believed were real; the account is questioned before being read. — Bill Simmons
- Don Johnson reportedly selected Farrell when asked who should play Crockett. — Bill Simmons
- Farrell reportedly received European top billing, while Fox received American top billing and emphasis in advertising. — Bill Simmons
- The Cuba boat is identified as an MTI powerboat named Mojo, reportedly on sale for $500,000, inspiring an imagined purchase. — Bill Simmons
- A lookup reports a maximum speed of 120 mph, prompting a shorter travel estimate but continued objections to the ocean ride. — Chris Ryan
- Farrell is reported to be eleven years younger than Gongli. — Bill Simmons