Pre-Code
Siblings
200
Before the creation of the code, this Presbyterian elder was brought in by multiple studios to rehabilitate Hollywood's image. His legacy endures as his name is included in the popularized version of the code.

Who is Will Hays?

200

Coming Home
The Wild Angels

Who is Peter Fonda & Jane Fonda?

400

In 1927, Paramount Studios released the silent movie "It" and the well-renowned performance from this actress introduced the term "It Girl" to the social lexicon.

Who is Clara Bow?

400

The Children's Hour
Splendor In The Grass

Who is Shirley MacLaine & Warren Beatty?
600

This actress/screenwriter has been erroneously referred to as the reason why the production code was created. In reality, her presence in movies after the code enforcement saved Paramount from financial ruin.

Who is Mae West?

600

The Fabulous Baker Boys

Who is Jeff Bridges & Beau Bridges?

800

The prominence of gangster films were high during pre-code with The Public Enemy, Little Caesar, and this Paul Muni classic based on the life of Al Capone.

What was Scarface?

800

Hold Back The Dawn
Suspicion

Who is Olivia de Havilland & Joan Fontaine?

1000

The production code also applied to cartoons, with this iconic female character receiving very visible alterations to her famous outfit.

Who is Betty Boop?

1000

A League of Their Own

Who is Penny Marshall & Garry Marshall?

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