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Top 100 ranked quizzes in the Movies category

1.The Shop Around the Corner By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 11 site-wide)
    A film with a great deal of charm and grace, 1940's 'The Shop Around the Corner' is a real treat for classic movie enthusiasts. Let's take a quick look at this great film, now preserved by the National Film Registry.
2."12 Angry Men" (1957) By Author: jmorrow (rank 30 site-wide)
    In this classic 1957 film, a lone juror, with doubts about the case against a boy accused of murder, has to stand up to 11 other men who are convinced of his guilt. Tempers flare and temperatures rise as the jurors go over the evidence in the case.
3.Streets of Fire By Author: Elder1954 (rank 38 site-wide)
    This cult classic has a great rock and roll soundtrack as well as interesting characters, good story line and several young actors on the verge of stardom. How well do you know it?
4.Hellfighters By Author: cag1970 (rank 40 site-wide)
    Instead of wearing spurs, John Wayne wore a hard hat for his role in "Hellfighters", an homage to the men who fight and put out oil-well fires.
5.John Wayne's "The Shootist" By Author: dcpddc478 (rank 46 site-wide)
    John Wayne's last movie was "The Shootist". With a wonderful supporting cast and an interesting plot, many people find this movie to be one of John Wayne's finest works. This will be a quiz on one of the most unique westerns ever filmed.
6.Universal's "Dracula" Series By Author: stuthehistoryguy (rank 47 site-wide)
    Between 1931 and 1948, Universal Studios produced seven films that transformed Dracula from a literary character into an icon of the mass consciousness. I hope you’ve enjoyed these movies as much as I have!
7."Star Trek" 2009, Part I By Author: CellarDoor (rank 53 site-wide)
    In May 2009, after five television shows and ten movies, the "Star Trek" franchise proved that it wasn't done yet. Join me in watching the first half of the movie that rebooted the franchise and brought back the characters from the original show.
8.The Kite Runner By Author: jmorrow (rank 83 site-wide)
    Released in 2007 and based on the bestselling book of the same name by Khaled Hosseini, "The Kite Runner" told the story of one man's journey towards redemption for a terrible betrayal he committed when he was a boy. Warning: Contains spoilers.
9.The Russians are Coming the Russians are Coming By Author: Polaris101 (rank 95 site-wide)
    Norman Jewison's 1966 film poked fun at the cold war attitudes of the US and Russia. The movie starred Carl Reiner, Alan Arkin, Eva Marie Saint and John Phillip Law.
10.The Railway Children By Author: Plodd (rank 102 site-wide)
    The 1970 version of 'The Railway Children' has a timeless quality that is hard to resist. Let me take you back to a gentler era full of sweet innocence and steam trains.
11.'Dune' (Part V) By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 116 site-wide)
    Paul Atreides and his mother find themselves stranded in the desert, but not for long. Soon they will be discovered by the mysterious Fremen and Paul will discover his destiny. Good luck!
12.'Dune' (Part III) By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 135 site-wide)
    The members of the House of Atreides will soon be on their way to the planet Dune, but first, Paul Atreides must pass a certain test. Is he the messianic figure of prophecy?
13.Barbie Fairytopia By Author: tiffanyram (rank 147 site-wide)
    There are three Barbie movies in the "Barbie Fairytopia" series. This is a quiz about the main characters and events from these movies. Good luck!
14."Star Trek" 2009 - Part II By Author: skunkee (rank 150 site-wide)
    With a new cast of fresh faces, the 'Star Trek' series is rebooted in a very exciting film. Join me in an exploration of the second part of this terrific movie.
15.John Wayne for People Who Hate John Wayne By Author: stuthehistoryguy (rank 155 site-wide)
    Recently, a well-respected Funtrivia.com personality remarked that he had been unable to sit through "any but one" John Wayne movie. Gatsby, this quiz is for you.
16."Star Trek" 2009, Part II By Author: CellarDoor (rank 163 site-wide)
    In May 2009, after five television shows and ten movies, the "Star Trek" franchise proved that it wasn't done yet. Join me in watching the end of the movie that rebooted the franchise and brought back the characters from the original show.
17.Inkheart By Author: Polaris101 (rank 169 site-wide)
    Cornelia Funke's imaginative story comes to life in this entertaining film from 2008. Brendan Fraser, Paul Bettany and Eliza Bennett star as Mo, Dustfinger and Meggie. Questions pertain only to the movie.
18.Who Said That in "Harry Potter 5"? Part 2 By Author: skunkee (rank 172 site-wide)
    This quiz contains lines from the second part of the movie "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix". All you have to do is tell me who said the line.
19.Forbidden Planet By Author: christopherm (rank 177 site-wide)
    This nonpareil sci-fi entry is astounding. I offer a quiz for those who have had the pleasure of seeing this 1956 film.
20.My Life as a "Slumdog" By Author: jmorrow (rank 194 site-wide)
    Dev Patel was great in "Slumdog Millionaire", but it was the children who played the younger versions of Jamal, Salim and Latika who stole the show. This quiz explores the early events in the lives of these three children.
21.'Dune' (Part IV) By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 219 site-wide)
    The House of Atreides has established itself in power on Dune, but how long will it last? This quiz begins at the point where Duke Leto and Paul are introduced to Dr. Kynes. Good luck!
22.Midway By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 254 site-wide)
    Instead of focusing on the history, this quiz will largely deal with the actors and the characters they played in this sweeping 1976 historical epic. Good luck!
23.The Man Who Would Be King (Part II) By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 259 site-wide)
    This quiz covers the second half of the 1975 film 'The Man Who Would Be King', starring Michael Caine and Sean Connery. Good luck!
24.'Dune' (Part VI) By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 260 site-wide)
    This quiz completes our tour of the film 'Dune'...the sleeper has awakened! Join me as we recall together the final scenes of the film.
25.The Man Who Would Be King (Part I) By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 271 site-wide)
    'The Man Who Would Be King' is a charming and magnificent film from 1975 that, unfortunately, does not get quite the attention that it deserves. This pair of quizzes is my contribution to rectifying that situation.
26.The Verdict By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 273 site-wide)
    One of the best courtroom-based films in American cinematic history, 1982's 'The Verdict' was nominated for five Oscars. Here are a few refresher questions about this top notch legal drama!
27."Dr. Zhivago" (1965) By Author: irpit (rank 282 site-wide)
    These are a few questions from one of my favourite films and also my first attempt at a quiz. I hope you enjoy the quiz as much as I enjoyed the film.
28.The Films of Powell and Pressburger By Author: Snowman (rank 298 site-wide)
    Probably the greatest collaboration in the history of British cinema, Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger were responsible for some of the finest cinema to come from these shores. See what you know about their films.
29.'Beau Geste' (1939) By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 309 site-wide)
    One of the all-time classic adventure films, 1939's 'Beau Geste' has it all, action, romance and even a bit of comedy. Please join me in recalling this exciting film from one of the greatest years in film. Good luck!
30.The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian By Author: skunkee (rank 336 site-wide)
    The Pevensie children are finally summoned back to Narnia, after a year of their time. However, it has been hundreds of years in Narnia, and things are very much different from when they left. Join me in an exploration of this excellent film.
31.Kelly's Heroes By Author: Oddball (rank 349 site-wide)
    This has been a long time in coming. A quiz about this witty, light-hearted, sorta-anachronistic Clint Eastwood WWII movie that gave me my Fun Trivia name. There are definitely some spoilers here, but otherwise, enjoy.
32.Leon's "The Professional" By Author: play_dead (rank 351 site-wide)
    "No women, no kids, that's the rules". This 1994 film involved a hitman named Leon, an abused preteen named Mathilda, and a pill-popping, crooked cop named Stansfield.
33."Live Free or Die Hard" Part 2 By Author: skunkee (rank 377 site-wide)
    This fourth instalment of the "Die Hard" franchise offers almost non-stop action. Let's take a look at the middle part of the film.
34.We Are Marshall By Author: austinnene (rank 381 site-wide)
    When a plane crash killed 45 of the Marshall University football team and coaching staff, a new coach came to rebuild the football program. The film is sad, happy, inspiring, based on truth and stars Matthew McConaughey. Great! Beware--lots of spoilers.
35.Death Proof By Author: kyleisalive (rank 382 site-wide)
    "A White-Hot Juggernaut At 200 Miles Per Hour!" Eight women meet one diabolical man and his 'death proof' cars in Quentin Tarantino's contribution to "Grindhouse": "Death Proof". Good luck!
36.Cinema Smackdown 1: "Rio Bravo" vs. "El Dorado" By Author: doorsfan58 (rank 400 site-wide)
    Welcome to ringside! During this competition, we will attempt to determine the most worthy of these two classic but extremely similar westerns, both directed by Howard Hawks. Good luck, have fun, and please refrain from tossing objects into the ring.
37.'Dune' (Part II) By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 452 site-wide)
    This 'Dune' quiz picks up from the end of the opening sequence, after the Emperor has met with the navigator from the Spice Guild. Good luck!
38.Bad Day at Black Rock By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 486 site-wide)
    'Bad Day at Black Rock' is a screen gem from 1955. With a stellar cast, nifty writing and excellent cinematorgraphy, this thriller has it all. Join me in recalling some of the basics about this great film.
39.To Be Or Not To Be By Author: FussBudget (rank 494 site-wide)
    Mel Brooks surprised a lot of people in 1983, by allowing someone else to direct one of his films. Brooks takes the Nazi occupation of Poland and turns his little part of WWII into the way it should have been!
40.The Pride of the Yankees By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 518 site-wide)
    Lou Gehrig is one of the greatest baseball players of all time. 'The Pride of the Yankees' documents his short life on and off the field. Join me in a short quiz about this classic 1942 film.
41.Doubt By Author: CellarDoor (rank 532 site-wide)
    In 1964, in the parish of St. Nicholas in the Bronx, a charismatic priest spends extra time with a lonely boy, and two nuns worry that he may not have the child's best interests at heart. This 2008 film explores what happens next.
42.'Corpse Bride' III By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 563 site-wide)
    More trivia from Tim Burton's 2005 film 'Corpse Bride', an instant animated classic. This quiz enters as Victor and his Corpse Bride return to the land of the dead, and moves to the glorious finale. Good luck!
43."Them!" A Classic Sci-Fi Film from 1954 By Author: christopherm (rank 564 site-wide)
    Certainly one of the predominant sci-fi films of the fifties, I hope this quiz will bring back some memories.
44.Who Said That in "Order of the Phoenix"? Part 1 By Author: skunkee (rank 592 site-wide)
    This quiz contains lines from the first part of the movie "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix". All you have to do is tell me who said the line.
45.A Letter to Three Wives By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 595 site-wide)
    With its biting humor and clever dialogue, 1949's 'A Letter to Three Lives' is a relatively uncelebrated classic. This quiz is meant to give this high quality film some needed attention. Enjoy!
46.Godzilla By Author: Gzillaquizzer (rank 598 site-wide)
    To make this quiz is the reason I first joined this site. The ultimate "Godzilla" quiz on all things Goji-related (as of "Godzilla: Final Wars"). Only true G-fans should you enter. If not, you will probably be crying by the time you finish. ...Enjoy!
47.'The Man From Snowy River' (Part II) By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 600 site-wide)
    This quiz is the second in a series devoted to the loveliest little movie about horses that no one has ever heard of, namely 'The Man From Snowy River'. Give it a try and good luck!
48."Live Free or Die Hard" Part 1 By Author: skunkee (rank 605 site-wide)
    This fourth installment of the "Die Hard" franchise offers almost non-stop action. Join me for an examination of the first part of the movie.
49.The Pursuit of Happyness By Author: CellarDoor (rank 612 site-wide)
    A modern rags-to-riches tale based on a true story, this charming, poignant 2006 movie found a surprising level of success at the box office. Let's follow the story of Chris Gardner, as played by Will Smith.
50.Now, Voyager By Author: jfye (rank 613 site-wide)
    This is a high romance from 1942 starring Bette Davis and Paul Henreid. Davis plays a repressed spinster who transforms into a beautiful butterfly, only to fall in love with a married man. Scandalous! Enjoy the quiz.
51."At World's End" Part 2 By Author: skunkee (rank 653 site-wide)
    This third installment of the "Pirates of the Caribbean" series continues to delight. Come follow the continuing adventures of Captain Jack Sparrow and his friends and crew.
52.Return to Me By Author: zh1322 (rank 695 site-wide)
    "Return to Me" is a romantic comedy starring Minnie Driver, David Duchovny, Bonnie Hunt, and Carroll O'Connor.
53.Star Trek VIII: First Contact By Author: darthrevan89 (rank 706 site-wide)
    The Enterprise crew from "Star Trek: TNG" is in the line of fire once again, fighting to protect Earth from assimilation by the Borg and to ensure that history unfolds correctly. Is resistance futile, as the Borg claim? Find out in "First Contact"!
54.To Have and Have Not By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 710 site-wide)
    One of the classics from the 1940s, this film has it all, intrigue, romance, action and fine music. Join me in reminiscing about one of Hollywood's most enjoyable films.
55.Scary Movie 2 By Author: ThurstAsh (rank 713 site-wide)
    This is a quiz about "Scary Movie 2".
56.'Dune' (Part I) By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 733 site-wide)
    'Dune' is one of those 1980's movies that grows on you over time. Directed by David Lynch, it really is a wonderful, if not slightly-flawed, adventure. Join me on a quest through that epic 1984 adventure film!
57.Complete the "Silence of the Lambs" Quote By Author: jmorrow (rank 797 site-wide)
    Ted Tally won an Oscar for his screenplay for "The Silence of the Lambs", which he adapted from the thrilling book by Thomas Harris. In this quiz, all you have to do is pick the missing word(s) and complete the line that was heard in the movie.
58.'Troy' Quotes By Author: ladyarwen17 (rank 841 site-wide)
    This is a quiz about some famous lines from the movie 'Troy'. Enjoy!
59.Friday the 13th: Part III By Author: rieker01 (rank 842 site-wide)
    Questions from the third installment of the popular slasher series.
60."The Order of the Phoenix" Part 1 By Author: skunkee (rank 859 site-wide)
    With Voldemort back and the Ministry of Magic refusing to believe it, things get interesting at Hogwarts. Join me in an examination of the first part of this amazing movie.
61."The Order of the Phoenix" - Part 2 By Author: skunkee (rank 876 site-wide)
    With Voldemort back and the Ministry of Magic refusing to believe it, things get interesting at Hogwarts. Join me in an examination of the second part of this amazing movie.
62.Black and White Classics! By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 894 site-wide)
    I love the classics, and now I have a chance to give back. Here are some questions about some of my favorite classic movies, all films in black and white!
63.Kind Hearts and Coronets By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 900 site-wide)
    'Kind Hearts and Coronets' is a classic 1949 comedy from Ealing Studios in the UK. Enjoy this quiz on one of the all-time greatest comedy films!
64."Star Trek" 2009 Part I By Author: skunkee (rank 923 site-wide)
    With a new cast of fresh faces, the "Star Trek" series reboots with a very exciting film. Join me in an exploration of the first part of the film.
65.This Quiz is a Real Slap in the Face By Author: Polaris101 (rank 931 site-wide)
    These questions are about movies which contain scenes where someone is, you guessed it, slapped in the face. When this quiz was born it was so ugly, the doctor slapped its mother. :)
66.Attack of the Movie Clones By Author: jmorrow (rank 934 site-wide)
    Hollywood has a disturbing habit of releasing movies around the same time with similar subjects or storylines. This quiz covers 10 pairs of movies from the 1990s and 2000s which inflicted cinematic deja-vu on movie audiences everywhere.
67.'Ghostbusters' from Script to Screen By Author: looney_tunes (rank 948 site-wide)
    Come test how much you remember about this now classic film, and perhaps learn something about how different it would have been if the actors had actually followed the script! Based on the 1999 DVD release and the final shooting script.
68.Ratatouille By Author: tiffanyram (rank 949 site-wide)
    This is a quiz all about Disney and Pixar's 2007 movie "Ratatouille". Good luck and enjoy!
69.Hush, Hush Sweet Charlotte By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 959 site-wide)
    With a classic cast, replete with award winners, the horror thriller 'Hush, Hush Sweet Charlotte' from 1965 certainly turned some heads (and made others roll!) I hope this quiz will turn a few heads here at Funtrivia...good luck!
70.Dying to Be a Star, Part 9 By Author: skunkee (rank 967 site-wide)
    All of these deaths are important, although some of them occur outside of the movie. They either set the stage, tie up the ending, or have an effect on the way the movie unfolds. All you have to do is tell me what movie they're from.
71."The Day the Earth Stood Still" (1951) By Author: christopherm (rank 976 site-wide)
    Here is another quiz on this classic 1951 Golden Globe winner. A 2008 remake is in the works, so I thought that I would write a quiz on the original.
72.So You Want to Be in a Chuck Norris Movie By Author: deputygary (rank 982 site-wide)
    Do you want to be in pictures? Are you willing to take a roundhouse kick to the head in order for that to happen? If so, you may have what it takes to be in a Chuck Norris movie.
73."The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" Part 2 By Author: skunkee (rank 1025 site-wide)
    Indiana Jones is finally back! This quiz examines the second half of the fourth movie. Don't take the quiz if you haven't seen the movie, because it does contain spoilers!
74."Postcards from the Edge" - Part 1 By Author: Eric7272 (rank 1049 site-wide)
    This quiz is about the hilarious movie "Postcards from the Edge" starring Meryl Streep and Shirley MacLaine.
75."Heartbreak Ridge" Quotes By Author: mrgrouchy (rank 1051 site-wide)
    Clint Eastwood's 1986 movie "Heartbreak Ridge" is one of my favorite films. Please take this fun quiz about some quotes from the movie.
76.Top Hat By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 1061 site-wide)
    Numerous quizzes exist at Funtrivia on a film like 'The Sweetest Thing', but none about an all-time classic like 1935's 'Top Hat', starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers? This quiz means to rectify that situation. Good luck and enjoy.
77."At World's End" Part 1 By Author: skunkee (rank 1065 site-wide)
    This third installment of the "Pirates of the Caribbean" series continues to delight. Come follow the continuing adventures of Captain Jack Sparrow and his friends and crew.
78."In Harm's Way " - Part 3 By Author: rblayer (rank 1086 site-wide)
    If you played Parts 1 and 2 of this quiz about John Wayne's WWII heroics in the Pacific, you met 20 members of the all-star cast. You might be interested in finding out what happened to them.
79.For "Moonstruck" Mavens By Author: jouen58 (rank 1100 site-wide)
    Is there anyone who grew up in an Italian-American family who doesn't know practically every line in this film by heart? If you're a "Moonstruck" maven, let's see how you do!
80.Pussies Galore: Cats in the Mewvies By Author: glendathecat (rank 1116 site-wide)
    Cinema-goers love a good sequel so please welcome the return of Kitty Kyle. This time, instead of countries and proverbs, he's roaming through time and movies. He'll find the cats. See if you can name the movies.
81.Mamma Mia! By Author: skunkee (rank 1130 site-wide)
    With a plot loosely woven from ABBA songs, this light, frothy movie featured the voice talents of Meryl Streep. Warning - spoilers!
82."The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" Part 1 By Author: skunkee (rank 1133 site-wide)
    Indiana Jones is finally back! This quiz examines the first half of the fourth movie. Don't take the quiz if you haven't seen the movie, because it does contain spoilers!
83."Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" Part I By Author: skunkee (rank 1134 site-wide)
    In this sixth film in the franchise, Harry and his friends are back for another exciting year at Hogwarts. How much do you remember from the first portion of the film?
84.Hedwig and the Angry Inch By Author: Rizeeve (rank 1160 site-wide)
    This quiz is about the 2001 movie "Hedwig and the Angry Inch", directed by and starring John Cameron Mitchell.
85."Robocop": Part II By Author: Bruce007 (rank 1177 site-wide)
    This quiz is about the second half of the 1987 blockbuster hit "Robocop". Questions will start after the event in which Bob Morton is killed. Thank you for your co-operation!
86.WALL-E By Author: skunkee (rank 1196 site-wide)
    This Pixar animated film shows us a future time, when the Earth has been abandoned due to too much garbage. Left behind to clean up that garbage, WALL-E makes a find that gives the people new hope.
87."Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" Part III By Author: skunkee (rank 1200 site-wide)
    In this sixth film in the franchise, Harry and his friends are back for another exciting year at Hogwarts. How much do you remember from the end portion of the film?
88."Dances With Wolves" 101 By Author: ben3 (rank 1230 site-wide)
    A true masterpiece of a movie. Here are some questions that have not been covered in other quizzes.
89.Dying to Be a Star, Part 8 By Author: skunkee (rank 1248 site-wide)
    All of these deaths are important, although some of them might occur outside of the actual movie. They either set the stage, tie up the ending, or have an effect on the way the movie unfolds. All you have to do is tell me what movie they're from.
90.City Lights By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 1267 site-wide)
    One of the all-time best movies, 'City Lights' (1931) was one of the important milestones in the film career of Charlie Chaplin. Join me in recollecting the basics from this film.
91."Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" Part II By Author: skunkee (rank 1353 site-wide)
    In this sixth film in the franchise, Harry and his friends are back for another exciting year at Hogwarts. How much do you remember from the middle portion of the film?
92.10 Movies That Didn't Win 'Best Picture' [1] By Author: kyleisalive (rank 1355 site-wide)
    Every year, so many get nominated, but so many fall by the wayside, as only one can be crowned the year's 'Best Picture' and take home an Oscar statuette. What do you know about these runners-up? Good luck!
93.Angels and Demons By Author: skunkee (rank 1358 site-wide)
    Based on the novel by Dan Brown, this Ron Howard film finds symbologist Robert Langdon racing against the clock to save thousands of lives. Please don't take the quiz unless you have seen the film.
94.John Wayne and the Oldest Profession By Author: stuthehistoryguy (rank 1369 site-wide)
    In his career of over 150 films, the Duke's interaction with "fallen" women was a recurring motif. How much do you remember about these classic, challenging films?
95.The Curse of the Were-Rabbit By Author: Quiz_Beagle (rank 1378 site-wide)
    This animated film took an incredible four years to make and is the first full-length film starring the popular heroes Wallace and Gromit. Cracking film, and I hope you enjoy the quiz!
96.Bruce Lee's "Enter the Dragon" By Author: Bruce007 (rank 1420 site-wide)
    This quiz is all about Bruce Lee's most widely recognized film. It was the first to be done in collaboration with a Hollywood studio. It premiered six days after Bruce Lee's death, on July 26, 1973. Enjoy!
97.Deer Hunter By Author: d2407 (rank 1438 site-wide)
    Ten questions about characters, actors, and events from the Oscar-winning Best Picture of 1978.
98.'Corpse Bride' I By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 1444 site-wide)
    Tim Burton's 2005 film 'Corpse Bride' is certainly a head turner. With beautiful animation and high quality voice renditions by a stellar cast, the film is one to remember. Let's recall it here!
99.Planet Terror By Author: kyleisalive (rank 1448 site-wide)
    "Humanity's last hope stands on a high-powered machine gun" in Robert Rodriguez' fully-loaded, high-intensity entry to the "Grindhouse" double feature. Good luck!
100.Shane By Author: thejazzkickazz (rank 1469 site-wide)
    The western film 'Shane' is one of Hollywood's all-time classic hero stories. This quiz covers the very basics of this excellent film about heroism and family.