Think you know everything about movies? Even the most die-hard film buffs might miss these hidden gems. From behind-the-scenes secrets to Easter eggs even sharp-eyed viewers overlook, movie trivia has a way of surprising even the biggest fans. Test your knowledge with these 30 secret movie buff trivia questions that will challenge what you think you know.
You can change the meaning of a scene with a subtle detail or with an iconic line with an unexpected origin, these tidbits will make you see your favorite films in a whole new light. Ready to prove your expertise? Let’s find out.
Best Movie Buff Trivia Questions
1. What was the name of the spaceship in the movie “2001: A Space Odyssey”?
Discovery One
2. In “The Matrix,” what color pill does Neo take to learn the truth about the simulated reality?
Red
3. Who played the role of Regan MacNeil in “The Exorcist”?
Linda Blair
4. What is the name of Han Solo’s ship in the “Star Wars” universe?
The Millennium Falcon
5. In “Inception,” what is the name of the device used to enter and manipulate dreams?
None of the options provided in is correct; it is actually called a “shared dreaming device” or “dream-sharing technology,” not explicitly named in the film.
6. Who directed the 2014 science fiction film “Interstellar”?
Christopher Nolan
7. What is the name of Riley’s imaginary friend in “Inside Out”?
Bing Bong
8. Who played the Green Goblin in the 2002 film “Spider-Man”?
Willem Dafoe
9. What is the substance that allows for interstellar travel in the film “Dune”?
Mélange
10. Who played the lead role in the 2015 film “The Martian,” directed by Ridley Scott?
Matt Damon
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Tricky Movie Buff Trivia Questions
1. What was the first film to use a Steadicam, a handheld camera stabilizer?
Rocky (1976)
2. Who played the role of the villainous Nurse Ratched in the film “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest”?
Louise Fletcher
3. In what year did the first film adaptation of Bram Stoker’s “Dracula” occur?
1922 (Nosferatu, an unauthorized adaptation)
4. What is the name of the film where a character says, “You had me at hello”?
Jerry Maguire
5. Who directed the 1968 science fiction film “2001: A Space Odyssey”?
Stanley Kubrick
6. What was the name of the famous film studio that produced many classic Disney movies?
Walt Disney Productions
7. In the film “The Shawshank Redemption,” what is the name of the prison where the story takes place?
Shawshank State Penitentiary
8. Who played the role of the character Keyser Söze in the film “The Usual Suspects”?
Kevin Spacey
9. What is the name of the film where a character says, “I’ll be back”?
The Terminator
10. Who directed the 1994 film “Pulp Fiction”?
Quentin Tarantino
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Hard Movie Buff Trivia Questions
1. What was the original title for the film “Scream” before it was changed?
Scary Movie
2. In “The Godfather,” what was the unexpected element in the famous scene where the cat appears?
The cat was a surprise addition, not planned in the script.
3. Who was initially considered to play Batman and Robin in a proposed 1989 film?
Bill Murray as Batman and Eddie Murphy as Robin.
4. What unusual material was used for the snow and witch’s broomstick in “The Wizard of Oz”?
Asbestos
5. What was the inspiration for the scene in “Spirited Away” where a character pulls a bicycle out of a river?
Hayao Miyazaki once pulled a bicycle out of a river near his home.
6. In “The Matrix,” where did the code for the Matrix come from?
Sushi recipes
7. What was the first film to show a toilet being flushed on screen?
Psycho (1960)
8. Who was initially considered to direct and star in “The Silence of the Lambs” as FBI agent Jack Crawford?
Gene Hackman
9. What was the name of the mechanical computer used in the opening credits of “Vertigo”?
A WWII mechanical computer initially used for anti-aircraft targeting
10. In “It: Chapter Two,” how much fake blood was used for a memorable scene?
5,000 gallons
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