20 factoids from the top movies of the '60s

Silver Screen Collection // Getty Images The 1960s was a banner decade for movies. From Western films and Disney animated movies to blockbuster musicals and the now-classic horror genre, the ’60s were the advent of some of the most iconic films of the 20th century. This pivotal decade in cinema launched the careers of stars like Audrey Hepburn, Sean Connery, Barbra Streisand, and Julie Andrews. Hollywood was rife with drama on and off screen, and the Civil Rights Movement was in full swing. Inspiration for a diverse range of stories and themes flourished. But many of these famous films have their own stories behind the scenes–sometimes even more interesting than what played out on screen. For example, did you know that the first cinematic James Bond actor ended up hating the character? Do you know the reason why “never work with children or animals” is such a popular adage in the industry? How about the way that cars were “auditioned” for “The Love Bug?” To offer a few answers to those questions and more, Stacker compiled a list containing 25 factoids from the top movies of the 1960s. These fun facts come from articles and interviews of the creative teams that brought them to life, as well as from sources like the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the Smithsonian, and IMDb. Marilyn Monroe turned down ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’