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What is the official term for animated programs that originate in Japan?	Anime
What was the US equivalent of British music hall entertainment called?	Vaudeville
Who was 007’s boss?	M
Which radio soap opera is set in Ambridge?	The Archers
Which comedy partnership starred in the films Saps at Sea and Way Out West?	Lauren and Hardy
Which ‘Hotel’ was visited by The Eagles in 1977?	California
Which painter was portrayed by Timothy Spall in his biopic?	JMW Turner
What company designed the PlayStation console?	Sony
What music conductor composed Star Wars, Harry Potter, Jurassic Park and Home Alone?	John Williams
What animated film is the character Olaf from?	Frozen
Which feature motion picture marked Whitney Houston's first starring role?	The Bodyguard
Who were ‘The Carpenters’?	Brother and Sister Vocal & Instrumental Duo
"Ay carumba!", "Eat my shorts" and "Don't have a cow, man", are all trademark quotes of which cartoon character?	Bart Simpson
'Lamb to the Slaughter' was a short story featured in the 'Tales of the Unexpected' collection by which popular British author?	Roald Dahl
'Sheep' is a ten-minute long track on the album 'Animals', by which band?	Pink Floyd
'The Silence of the Lambs' (1991), based on the Thomas Harris novel of the same name, starred which actor in his Academy Award-winning role as Dr. Hannibal Lecter?	Anthony Hopkins
'Walk the Line' was a biopic of which Country Music legend?	Johnny Cash
‘Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?’ is a dystopian novel written by which American author?	Philip K. Dick
Actor Mark Wahlberg was once charged with attempted murder	True
Actress Joan Sanderson cropped up as a battleaxe in an episode of "Fawlty Towers". She played the part of Mrs Richards, a woman with impaired hearing and an imperious nature. However, Ms Sanderson also played the part of the formidable battleaxe Doris Ewell in which sitcom?	Please Sir
After his death, Elvis Presley's head was removed and buried in a secret location so that it wouldn't be a target for thieves	Myth
As a child, One Direction star Harry Styles once represented his Country at Chess	Myth
As is so often the case, this lady's real personality was the opposite of her screen persona. Who starred with Sid James and John Le Mesurier in the sitcom "George and the Dragon"?	Peggy Mount
Being married to the hopeless George for so many years, it's no wonder Mildred developed into a Battlexe. Although they later had their own series, imaginatively titled "George and Mildred", in which series did they first appear?	Man About The House
Characters in videogames who cannot be outrightly controlled by players are acronymed as what?	NPC's
Complete the name of the Disney film 'Dumbo the....'?	Elephant
Diana Trent was prematurely consigned to live in a retirement home. She conspired with the eccentric Tom Ballard to battle against the yuppie manager of the home in "Waiting for God". What was the name of the retirement home in question?	Bayview
During their 1969 Hyde Park gig, The Rolling Stones released thousands of which insect?	Cabbage White Butterflies
For which newspaper does Clark Kent work?	The Daily Planet
Former Olympic swimmer Johnny Weissmuller played this swinger in a series of films, and Ron Ely played him on the short lived television series. Christopher Lambert has also played the part on the silver screen, and Tony Goldwyn gave his voice talents to the Disney animated character. Which popular role has seen these, as well as other portrayals?	Tarzan
Fred Quimby was partly responsible for bringing which duo to the big screen?	Tom & Jerry
Grandma Giles appeared alongside her family for an astonishing 46 years. In which newspaper did they appear?	The Daily Express
Harvey Keitel is particularly known for his work with which director?	Martin Scorsese
Heather _____ appeared in two of The Hangover films?	Heather Graham
How did Joanne Whalley style herself during her 1988-1996 marriage?	Joanne Whalley-Kilmer
How tall is actor Warwick Davis?	3ft 6inch (1.07m)
In 2001, Angelina Jolie played the title role in a film based on which video game?	Lara Croft: Tomb Raider
In radio, what does the F in FM stand for?	Frequency
In Swordfish, John Travolta starred along with which actress?	Halle Berry
In the 2017 film 'Beauty and the Beast' who plays Belle?	Emma Watson
In the film ‘Tangled’, what is the name of the girl that stayed imprisoned in the tower?	Rapunzel
In the series 'Friends' what was the name of Matt LeBlanc and Matthew Perry's characters?	Joey Tribbiani and Chandler Bing
In the title of a 'Wallace and Gromit' film by Nick Park, which item of clothing is referred to as 'Wrong'?	Trousers
In the TV Series 'How I Met Your Mother', the lead character, Ted Mosby has a job as what?	Architect
In Walt Disney's film 'Cinderella', what does the fairy godmother turn into a carriage?	Pumpkin
In what film does Leonardo DiCaprio play Arnie?	What's Eating Gilbert Grape
In which 1999 movie were Harvey Keitel and Jennifer Jason Leigh replaced by Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman?	Eyes Wide Shut
In which 'Wallace and Gromit' animated film did Shaun the Sheep make his first appearance?	A Close Shave
In which decade was Asteroids, the space shooter arcade video game released?	1970s
In which seaside town did Sybil (Sybil Fawlty, Fawlty Towers) carry out her reign of terror?	Torquay
In which soap opera would you find the character Ken Barlow?	Coronation Street
In X-Men, who is Scarlet Witch’s father?	Magneto
Kathy Staff is an actress with a reputation for playing dour northern women. However, her most famous role must surely be the one that she plays in "Last of the Summer Wine". What is the name of that character?	Nora Batty
Liza Minnelli and Lorna Luft are daughters of which Hollywood great?	Judy Garland
Luke Hemmings is a member of which band?	5 Seconds of Summer
Madonna was once sacked from a job at Dunkin' Donuts	True
Mareep and Flaaffy are sheep-like creatures from which popular series of video games for Nintendo devices?	Pokemon
Marilyn Monroe divorced Arthur Miller a week after the premier of which movie?	The Misfits
Miley Cyrus's real name is Destiny Hope Cyrus	True
Mimi Rogers was the first wife of which superstar of the 80’s and 90’s?	Tom Cruise
Mollie Sugden seems to be have been born to play the part of a battleaxe. She is probably best known as the feline loving Mrs Slocombe on "Are You Being Served" (1972-1985). However, she has played the role of a pub landlady in which long-running soap?	Coronation Street
Murderer Charles Manson auditioned to be one of the Monkees on the 1960s TV series	Myth
My name's Peter Parker. In my time, I've been a freelance photographer and graduate student, all the while protecting what precious secret?	I'm Spider-Man
On The Beatles ‘Abbey Road’ Album, who goes barefoot?	Paul McCartney
Over the years, 'The Sheep Look Up' has become one of the classics of dystopian science fiction. Who is the protagonist who lends his name to an environmental protest movement in the story?	Austin Train
Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy travel to _____?	Narnia
Pokémon was originally released on which videogame console?	Game Boy
Princess Diana once participated in a TV phone-poll and voted to abolish the monarchy	Myth
Pygmalion is the basis for which musical?	My Fair Lady
Robert Conrad played Pappy Boyington in the 1970s TV show 'Baa Baa Black Sheep'. Who was Pappy Boyington	WWII Marine Corps pilot
Robert Plant was the lead singer of which band?	Led Zeppelin
Rock star Sting used to be a Milkman	True
Roy Wood was the lead singer of which seventies group?	Wizzard
Singer Susan Boyle is a cousin of comedian Frankie Boyle	Myth
Stan Lee's final cameo appearance was in which film?	Avengers: End Game
The 1980s comic series "Adolescent Radioactive Black Belt Hamsters" was a parody of what popular series featuring "heroes in a half-shell"?	Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
The role of Margo in "The Good Life" (1975-1978) is the one that bought actress Penelope Keith to public notice. In 2002, Ms Keith was given a one year post as High Sheriff of which county?	Surrey
The twin teen actresses ‘Mary-Kate and Ashley’ have what surname?	Olsen
This caped crusader was played by Adam West on the small screen, and covered by such notable actors as Michael Keaton, Val Kilmer, George Clooney and Christian Bale on the silver screen. Which crime fighter has been blessed by these, and so many other, fine interpretations?	Batman
This dashing archaeologist was played by Harrison Ford in the movie franchise, and by Sean Patrick Flanery in the short-lived television series. What cracking good character was this?	Indiana Jones
This displaced doctor was first portrayed on the silver screen by Donald Sutherland, and then by Alan Alda in the television series. Which mobile surgeon was this?	Hawkeye Pierce
This simple man was able to take his family from rags to riches due to some lucky hunting. He was played in the television series by Buddy Ebsen, and by Jim Varney in the movie. Who was this man who never really left his simple roots behind?	Jed Clampett
Walt Disney banned his employess from growing moustaches	True
What are the little yellow creatures in Despicable Me called?	Minions
What catchphrase was the late actor Leonard Nimoy associated with?	Live Long & Prosper
What character does Robert Pattinson play in the 2008 film Twilight?	Edward Cullen
What colour is Alice's hair in Disney's 'Alice in Wonderland'?	Blonde
What company originally produced the 'Walkman'?	Sony
What did Humphrey Bogart study before entering the Navy in the World War One?	Medicine
What did the 7 dwarfs do for a job in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs film?	Miners
What does Alvin from The Chipmunks want for Christmas?	A Hula Hoop
What does the abbreviation for the popular children's game FNAF mean?	Five Nights At Freddys
What gaming company made the Mario series?	Nintendo
What is Ed Sheeran's real name?	Edward Christopher Sheeran
What is the best-selling video game of all time?	Tetris
What is the highest level a player can reach in "Pac-Man"?	256
What is the last name of Dorothy in 'The Wizard of Oz'?	Gale
What is the longest running franchise in video gaming?	Pong
What is the missing word - sporty, scary, posh, baby and ______?	Ginger
What is the most used web search?	Google
What is the name of the 2014 film based on a comic book starring an anthropomorphic talking raccoon and his giant tree companion in space?	Guardians of the Galaxy
What is the name of the actress who plays Penny on the hit TV Comedy 'The Big Bang Theory'?	Kaley Cuoco
What is the name of the crocodile in Disney's Peter Pan?	Tick Tock
What is the name of the government agency in Marvels Avengers?	S.H.I.E.L.D
What is the name of the human form of the Hulk (Marvel Comics)?	Bruce Banner
What is the name of the lazy animal in Ice Age?	Sid the Sloth
What is the name that was given to Chris Martin and Gwyneth Paltrow’s son?	Moses
What is the theme song for the classic film ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’?	Moon River
What performance gave Irish Dance International fame?	Riverdance
What was Robert De Niro’s role in Martin Scorsese’s ‘Cape Fear’ in 1991?	Max Cady
What was Superman's dogs name?	Krypto (AKA Superdog)
What was the excavation team searching for in the film Titanic?	Diamond Necklace
When was the Addams Family released animated?	2019
Which actor is known for the phrase 'Here's Johnny'?	Jack Nicholson
Which Actor Mel was born in the US but brought up in Australia?	Gibson
Which Actress Melanie married Don Johnson - twice?	Griffith
Which actress plays Gamora in Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy films?	Zoe Saldana
Which British Band played a part in ‘Just My Luck’?	McFly
Which character does Samuel L Jackson play in the Marvel Universe?	Nick Fury
Which character in the ‘Big Bang Theory’ has a twin sister?	Sheldon
Which Children’s TV Presenter had a number 1 hit in the 1980s with ‘Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Polka Dot Bikini’?	Timmy Mallett
Which country banned Grand Theft Auto in 1998?	Brazil
Which director was Geena Davis’s third husband?	Renny Harlin
Which Disney classic first introduced a blue genie?	Aladdin
Which female singer released a song called ‘Video Games’ in 2012?	Lana Del Rey
Which film gave the real-live tough guy Steve McQueen his first lead role?	The Blob
Which Holly won an Oscar for a silent role in 'The Piano'?	Hunter
Which James Bond actor was born in Wales?	Timothy Dalton
Which Johnny starred as Edward Scissorhands?	Depp
Which Looney Tunes character, known for their bright yellow plumage and knack for outwitting the "puddy tat", was originally pink and named Orson?	Tweety Pie
Which Mel Gibson movie tells of the first major battle of the Vietnam conflict?	We Were Soldiers
Which member of One Direction has four nipples?	Harry Styles
Which organization officially classified "gaming disorder" as a mental-health condition in 2018?	World Health Organization (The Who)
Which popstar died in August 2001 when their plane crashed on take-off?	Aaliyah
Which Queen song has the lyric 'Mama, just killed a man, put a gun against his head...'?	Bohemian Rhapsody
Which Robin became Mrs Doubtfire?	Williams
Which science fiction novel by Matthew Thomas was sold with the tag-line 'A Novel About Exploding Sheep, Nostradamus, and the End of the World'?	Before and After
Which Scottish actor Sean has an actor son Jason?	Connery
Which star of ‘Twins’ married John Travolta?	Kelly Preston
Which Tom reprised his role as the superhero, Peter Parker/Spider-Man in the 2021 Spider-Man: No Way Home?	Tom Holland
Which tough guy was Judas in Martin Scorsese’s ‘The Last Temptation of Chris’?	Harvey Keitel
Which two people fell in love but could not be together?	Romeo and Juliet
Which Warner Brothers "Looney Tunes" character was billed as "The Fastest Mouse in all Mexico"?	Speedy Gonzales
Which Welsh actor starred with Jodie Foster in 'The Silence of the Lambs'?	Anthony Hopkins
Who appears when Aladdin rubs the lamp?	Genie
Who created Romeo and Juliet?	Shakespeare
Who did Adele tour with in 2006?	Jack Penate
Who did Danny Boyle direct in both ‘Trainspotting’ and ‘Shallow Grave’?	Ewan McGregor
Who directed the 2007 film 'Lions for Lambs', and starred in it alongside Meryl Streep and Tom Cruise?	Robert Redford
Who does Paul Rudd play in the Marvel Cinematic Universe?	Ant-Man
Who is commonly referred to as 'The Prince of Darkness'?	Ozzy Osbourne
Who is Donald Sutherland's actor son?	Kiefer
Who is Shrek's wife?	Fiona
Who is Sue Storm’s husband in The Fantastic Four?	Reed Richards
Who is the inventor of windows operating system?	Microsoft
Who is the only singer to have UK Number 1 Singles in five consecutive decades?	Cliff Richard
Who is the original creator of the Spider-Man comic books?	Stan Lee
Who is the singer of the hit 2013 song 'Roar'?	Katy Perry
Who joined Robert De Nero and Joe Pesci on the poster for Goodfellas?	Ray Liotta
Who played Goldfinger in 1964?	Gert Frobe
Who played Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games films?	Jennifer Lawrence
Who played the role of Norman Bates in ‘Psycho’ (1960)?	Anthony Perkins
Who plays Wolverine in the X-Men films?	Hugh Jackman
Who sang 3 Little Birds, I Shot the Sheriff and Trenchtown Rock?	Bob Marley
Who was lead villain to Clint Eastwood in ‘For A Few Dollars More’?	Lee Von Cleef
Who was Sweeney Todd's female accomplice?	Mrs Lovett
Who was the director of The Avengers?	Joss Whedon
Who was the first actor Doctor Who in the Science Fiction series?	William Hartnell
Who was the first drawer of Spiderman?	Steve Ditko
Who was the original regular chef featured on ‘Multi-Coloured Swap Shop’?	Delia Smith
Who was the star of the first four Police Academy films?	Steve Guttenberg
Who was the violent hustler in ‘Looking for Mr Goodbar’?	Richard Gere
Who was Uma Thurman’s on-and-off-screen partner in Gattaca?	Ethan Hawke
With her glass of milk stout and ever present hairnet, actress Violet Carson played the part of which battleaxe in "Coronation Street"?	Ena Sharples