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135 fact-checked movies & tv facts, each with the trivia question, the verified answer, and the story behind it.
In 'The Shawshank Redemption,' what is the name of Andy Dufresne's closest friend and narrator of the story?
The Shawshank Redemption flopped at the box office in 1994 but became the #1 rated film on IMDb after its home video release.
Read the fact →Which director is known for the 'Godfather' trilogy?
The first 'Godfather' won 10 Academy Awards including Best Picture in 1973.
Read the fact →Which Disney animated film released in 1989 features the Oscar-winning song 'Under the Sea'?
Under the Sea won two Academy Awards for Best Original Song and Best Original Score.
Read the fact →What is the name of the fictional news organization in 'Newsroom'?
The HBO series was created by Aaron Sorkin and aired for three seasons from 2012 to 2014.
Read the fact →Who directed the critically acclaimed film 'Parasite'?
'Parasite' was the first film in a non-English language to win Best Picture at the Oscars, marking a watershed moment.
Read the fact →What is the full title of the first 'Lord of the Rings' film?
The entire trilogy was filmed simultaneously, a rare and complex undertaking in filmmaking.
Read the fact →What is the name of the main antagonist in the 'Harry Potter' series?
Voldemort's name is an anagram of 'Tom Marvolo Riddle,' his real name, revealed in the sixth book.
Read the fact →Which actor won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in 'Oppenheimer'?
'Oppenheimer' won seven Academy Awards including Best Picture and became Christopher Nolan's first Best Picture win.
Read the fact →What is the real name of the Batman character in Christopher Nolan's trilogy?
In Nolan's trilogy, Christian Bale played Batman, delivering iconic performances.
Read the fact →Which TV series features a dragon that hatches from a stone egg?
The three dragons become central to the story and Daenerys's rise to power.
Read the fact →Who directed the 2013 film 'Gravity'?
'Gravity' won 7 Academy Awards including Best Director and Best Cinematography.
Read the fact →What animated film studio is known for movies like 'Toy Story' and 'Finding Nemo'?
Pixar was founded by Edwin Catmull, Alvy Ray Smith, and Steve Jobs in 1986.
Read the fact →Which actress plays the main character in the TV series 'Fleabag'?
Fleabag won multiple Emmy Awards and was praised for its innovative fourth-wall breaking storytelling.
Read the fact →What is the iconic one-word title of the 1997 James Cameron film about a ship sinking?
'Titanic' won 11 Academy Awards, tying the record held by 'Ben-Hur' for 40 years.
Read the fact →Which director created the 'Twilight' film series?
'Twilight' was based on Stephenie Meyer's novel series and became a massive cultural phenomenon.
Read the fact →What is the name of the fictional country in the 'Black Panther' films?
'Black Panther' (2018) broke box office records and won three Academy Awards.
Read the fact →What is the name of the villain in the 'Frozen' films?
Hans's twist ending was unexpected and subverted typical Disney princess narratives.
Read the fact →Which director is known for films like 'Inception' and 'Interstellar'?
Nolan is known for avoiding green screen and using practical effects whenever possible.
Read the fact →Which film featuring Quentin Tarantino's signature dialogue won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay in 1995?
Pulp Fiction is famous for its non-linear narrative and iconic dialogue that defined a generation.
Read the fact →What is the name of the character played by Paul Rudd in the Marvel Cinematic Universe?
Rudd's portrayal of Ant-Man is known for its humor and charm within the MCU.
Read the fact →Which film starring Leonardo DiCaprio features the famous 'I'm Flying' scene?
The scene has become one of the most parodied moments in cinema history.
Read the fact →In the TV series 'Mad Men,' which real-life beverage brand is featured in the iconic series finale?
'Mad Men' featured meticulously researched 1960s details and influenced fashion trends decades later.
Read the fact →What is the name of the central location where 'The Office' TV series takes place?
The American version of 'The Office' was almost canceled after its first season due to poor initial ratings but became a cultural phenomenon.
Read the fact →Which superhero film featured the line 'With great power comes great responsibility'?
The phrase originates from Stan Lee and Steve Ditko's original Spider-Man comics.
Read the fact →What is the name of Scorsese's 2019 film featuring Robert De Niro and Al Pacino?
'The Irishman' was released on Netflix and spans decades of mob history.
Read the fact →In 'Casablanca,' what is the name of the nightclub where much of the film takes place?
Rick's Café was a studio set at Warner Bros., not an actual location in Morocco.
Read the fact →What is the name of the island in 'Jurassic Park'?
The T-Rex was a $1.1 million mechanical head—one of cinema's most expensive props.
Read the fact →What does 'MASH' stand for in the TV series 'M*A*S*H'?
M*A*S*H's series finale in 1983 was watched by 125 million viewers, a record for 23 years.
Read the fact →Who won the Academy Award for Best Actress for 'La La Land' in 2017?
Emma Stone performed all her own singing in 'La La Land,' including the song 'Audition.'
Read the fact →Which Pixar film marked the studio's first feature-length theatrical release?
'Toy Story' was the first full CGI feature film and reportedly saved Pixar from bankruptcy.
Read the fact →In 'Breaking Bad,' what alias does Walter White use when dealing with his meth business?
The alias 'Heisenberg' references quantum physics and suggests unpredictability.
Read the fact →Which actor plays Tony Stark in the Marvel Cinematic Universe?
Robert Downey Jr.'s casting as Tony Stark was considered risky but launched the entire MCU.
Read the fact →Which 'Star Wars' film was released first chronologically in the saga's timeline?
'The Phantom Menace' features the legendary Duel of the Fates lightsaber battle with Darth Maul.
Read the fact →In 'Game of Thrones,' who sits on the Iron Throne at the end of the series?
'Game of Thrones' finale sparked a 1.7 million-signature petition for a remake by fans.
Read the fact →Which director made the film 'Inception'?
'Inception' won 4 Academy Awards, including Best Cinematography, with Hans Zimmer's iconic score.
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