Novel Police

The author of what classic novel was also a founder of London's first police force?
Clue: His novel shares its name with a Welsh singer.

Soap Opera

What was the longest-running soap opera in production, running from 1937 - 2009?

Tallest Mountain

Mount Kosciuszko is the tallest mountain on which continent?

First Sale

What American company sold its first item, a broken laser pointer, for $14.83?

Pirate Flag

What is the name for the skull and crossbones flag of piracy?

Since this question is on the easy side, I've got a follow-up bonus question. What 2009 movie had a reference to a hotel of this name?

note: I've decided to post the correct answer in the comments section the day after the question. That way you'll have to click to see it.

Famed Quotes

What do the quotes, "Beam me up, Scotty,"
"Luke, I am your father," and
"It's Elementary, my dear Watson"
have in common?