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    What film starring Cyril O'Reilly as Tim was released in 1981?

    • The Accused
    • Porky's
    • Joe Dirt
    • Before Sunrise
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Explore key characters from films spanning decades in this engaging quiz. Identify movies by their notable characters, enhancing your knowledge of film history and character analysis.

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  • 2. 

    In what film did Robin Gammell play Colonel Niles?

    • Happiness

    • Project X

    • On Golden Pond

    • Joe Versus The Volcano

    Correct Answer
    A. Project X
    Explanation
    Robin Gammell played Colonel Niles in the film "Project X".

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  • 3. 

    What film starring Andrew Cassese as Wormser was released in 1987?

    • Ice Age

    • Revenge Of The Nerds II: Nerds In Paradise

    • The Pillow Book

    • Drop Dead Gorgeous

    Correct Answer
    A. Revenge Of The Nerds II: Nerds In Paradise
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Revenge Of The Nerds II: Nerds In Paradise. This film, released in 1987, features Andrew Cassese in the role of Wormser.

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  • 4. 

    In what film did Eric Stoltz play MacDonald?

    • Rob Roy

    • Madonna: Truth Or Dare

    • Immortal Beloved

    • Scream

    Correct Answer
    A. Rob Roy
    Explanation
    Eric Stoltz did not play MacDonald in any of the given films.

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  • 5. 

    What film starring Ronny Cox as Dick Jones was released in 1987?

    • Robocop

    • Firefox

    • Strange Days

    • Dead Ringers

    Correct Answer
    A. Robocop
    Explanation
    In 1987, the film "Robocop" was released starring Ronny Cox as Dick Jones. This film is a science fiction action movie that tells the story of a police officer who is killed in the line of duty and then resurrected as a powerful cyborg law enforcement officer. Ronny Cox plays the character of Dick Jones, a corrupt executive who plays a significant role in the plot of the film.

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  • 6. 

    What film starring Harris Yulin as Agent Sterling was released in 2001?

    • Wayne's World

    • Big Daddy

    • Rush Hour 2

    • U Turn

    Correct Answer
    A. Rush Hour 2
    Explanation
    Rush Hour 2 is the correct answer because it is the only film listed that was released in 2001 and features Harris Yulin as Agent Sterling. Wayne's World was released in 1992, Big Daddy was released in 1999, and U Turn was released in 1997. Therefore, Rush Hour 2 is the only film that matches the given criteria.

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  • 7. 

    In what film did Jason Schwartzman play Max Fischer?

    • The Spy Who Loved Me

    • Sea Of Love

    • Donnie Darko

    • Rushmore

    Correct Answer
    A. Rushmore
    Explanation
    Jason Schwartzman played the character Max Fischer in the film Rushmore.

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  • 8. 

    In what film did John Tesh play TV Newscaster?

    • Dogfight

    • Unforgiven

    • Shocker

    • Wyatt Earp

    Correct Answer
    A. Shocker
    Explanation
    John Tesh played the role of a TV Newscaster in the film "Shocker."

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  • 9. 

    In what film did Ian Michael Smith play Simon Birch?

    • Simon Birch

    • Prelude To A Kiss

    • Mystic Pizza

    • Lone Star

    Correct Answer
    A. Simon Birch
    Explanation
    Ian Michael Smith played the character of Simon Birch in the film "Simon Birch."

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  • 10. 

    What film starring Jeffrey Jones as Reverend Steenwyck was released in 1999?

    • The Punisher

    • Sleepy Hollow

    • Boyz N The Hood

    • Hercules

    Correct Answer
    A. Sleepy Hollow
    Explanation
    Sleepy Hollow, released in 1999, is the correct answer. The film stars Jeffrey Jones as Reverend Steenwyck. The movie is a gothic horror film directed by Tim Burton, based on Washington Irving's short story "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow." It follows the story of Ichabod Crane, a detective investigating a series of murders in the town of Sleepy Hollow, where he encounters the mysterious Headless Horseman. Jeffrey Jones portrays Reverend Steenwyck, a character involved in the supernatural events that unfold in the film.

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  • 11. 

    What film starring Phil Hartman as Phil Fimple was released in 1998?

    • Small Soldiers

    • Save The Last Dance

    • Overboard

    • Leap Of Faith

    Correct Answer
    A. Small Soldiers
    Explanation
    In 1998, the film "Small Soldiers" was released, starring Phil Hartman as Phil Fimple. This film revolves around a group of action figures that come to life and engage in a battle between good and evil. Phil Hartman's character, Phil Fimple, is the father of two boys who become involved in the chaos caused by the living action figures. Therefore, "Small Soldiers" is the correct answer to the question.

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  • 12. 

    What film starring Tom Skerritt as Darryl Cooper was released in 1992?

    • Poison Ivy

    • Bad Taste

    • Mr. Mom

    • The Thin Red Line

    Correct Answer
    A. Poison Ivy
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Poison Ivy because it is the only film on the list that was released in 1992 and stars Tom Skerritt as Darryl Cooper.

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  • 13. 

    What film starring Carl Weathers as Dillon was released in 1987?

    • Harlem Nights

    • Police Academy 6: City Under Siege

    • Predator

    • Bird On A Wire

    Correct Answer
    A. Predator
    Explanation
    In 1987, the film "Predator" was released, which starred Carl Weathers as Dillon.

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  • 14. 

    What film starring Adrian Lester as Henry Burton was released in 1998?

    • The Adventures Of Rocky & Bullwinkle

    • Primary Colors

    • New Jack City

    • Boyz N The Hood

    Correct Answer
    A. Primary Colors
    Explanation
    Primary Colors is the correct answer because it is a film released in 1998 that stars Adrian Lester as Henry Burton. The film is based on the novel of the same name by Joe Klein and explores the political campaign of a fictional Democratic presidential candidate. Adrian Lester's portrayal of Henry Burton, a young and idealistic campaign aide, is a notable aspect of the film.

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  • 15. 

    What 1987 film starred Martin Rosenblatt as Mr. Needleman?

    • Radio Days

    • Contact

    • Sweet November

    • Crocodile Dundee

    Correct Answer
    A. Radio Days
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Radio Days. In this 1987 film, Martin Rosenblatt portrayed the character of Mr. Needleman.

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  • 16. 

    What film starring Brawley Nolte as Sean Mullen was released in 1996?

    • Ransom

    • Alien+

    • The Man In The Iron Mask

    • Nell

    Correct Answer
    A. Ransom
    Explanation
    The film starring Brawley Nolte as Sean Mullen that was released in 1996 is "Ransom".

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  • 17. 

    What film starring Richard Gere as Jack Moore was released in 1997?

    • The Burbs

    • A Walk In The Clouds

    • Red Corner

    • Harry And The Hendersons

    Correct Answer
    A. Red Corner
    Explanation
    "Red Corner" is the correct answer because it is a film released in 1997 that stars Richard Gere as Jack Moore. The other options listed are not films that starred Richard Gere as Jack Moore or were released in 1997.

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  • 18. 

    What film starring Kevin Pollak as Detective Larry Doyle was released in 1991?

    • The Matrix

    • The Net

    • Night On Earth

    • Ricochet

    Correct Answer
    A. Ricochet
    Explanation
    "Ricochet" is the correct answer to the question. Released in 1991, this film starred Kevin Pollak as Detective Larry Doyle.

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  • 19. 

    In what film did John Glover play Magnavolt Salesman?

    • Robocop 2

    • Young Guns

    • Shattered

    • What Women Want

    Correct Answer
    A. Robocop 2
    Explanation
    John Glover played the role of Magnavolt Salesman in the film "Robocop 2".

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  • 20. 

    What film starring Pat Boone as Himself was released in 1989?

    • City Of Angels

    • Crocodile Dundee II

    • Crash

    • Roger & Me

    Correct Answer
    A. Roger & Me
    Explanation
    "Roger & Me" is a documentary film directed by Michael Moore, released in 1989. It follows Moore's attempts to interview Roger Smith, the CEO of General Motors, about the impact of plant closures on his hometown of Flint, Michigan. The film does not star Pat Boone as himself, making the other options incorrect.

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  • 21. 

    What film starring Sean Patrick Thomas as Derek Reynolds was released in 2001?

    • Clueless

    • Mission To Mars

    • 8mm

    • Save The Last Dance

    Correct Answer
    A. Save The Last Dance
    Explanation
    "Save The Last Dance" is the correct answer because it is the only film listed that stars Sean Patrick Thomas as Derek Reynolds and was released in 2001. "Clueless" does not feature Sean Patrick Thomas, "Mission To Mars" does not have a character named Derek Reynolds, and "8mm" does not star Sean Patrick Thomas.

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  • 22. 

    What film starring Ben Kingsley as Don Logan was released in 2000?

    • Brazil

    • The Full Monty

    • Bicentennial Man

    • Sexy Beast

    Correct Answer
    A. Sexy Beast
    Explanation
    "Sexy Beast" is the correct answer because it is a film released in 2000 that stars Ben Kingsley as Don Logan. The other options, "Brazil," "The Full Monty," and "Bicentennial Man," do not fit the description of the film in question.

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  • 23. 

    In what film did Jack Lemmon play Paul Finnigan?

    • Shoot To Kill

    • Kate & Leopold

    • Short Cuts

    • 101 Dalmatians

    Correct Answer
    A. Short Cuts
    Explanation
    Jack Lemmon played Paul Finnigan in the film "Short Cuts."

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