Nobody Has Scored 30/35 On This 2000s Movie Quiz. Who Can?
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Following the turn of the century, Hollywood began to produce a slew of blockbuster hits. With the exception of Lion King which was released in 1994, Showgirls 1 which was released the following year, and 1990s classic Gone With The Wind, movies that were released post-2000 hold every single box office record. From highest domestic earnings to worldwide earnings, and highest earnings for a PG-13 movie, movies produced post-2000 have continued to impress thanks to new advances in cinematography and animation.
This year alone, the release of 'Incredibles 2' set the record for highest earning PG movie, also coming in as the fourth highest grossing moving in the past year, and ninth for the highest grossing film of all time. Similarly, the 2015 release of 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' saw a new record set for the highest grossing domestic film of all time, in addition to setting the record for highest grossing PG-13 film of all time.
The post-2000 movie era has also seen Marvel largely dominate the box office with several yearly releases. The 2018 'Avengers: Infinity War' release also saw a new record set for an opening weekend, not only in the United States but also highest grossing opening weekend release worldwide.
As box office records continue to be set, the nostalgia factor of past movies also reaches an all-time high. In this article we're going to be taking a look at some of the most popular movies post-2000 based on their box office scores, compiling the ultimate 2000s movie quiz based on viewership.
Only a true movie buff can get 30/35.
Who Directed The 2000 Hit Castaway Starring Tom Hanks?
In 2000, Tom Hanks put on a stellar performance as Chuck Noland, a FedEx exec who finds himself stranded on an island after a plane crash. The film saw Tom Hanks nominated for Best Actor in a Leading Role, and won Hanks the Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture Drama at the Golden Globes in 2001. To date, the film remains one of Hanks most popular works. Do you know the name of the director of the film?
What Was The Filming Location Of The Shire For Lord Of The Rings?
In 2001, the film adaptation of JRR Tolkien's famed Lord Of The Rings series was brought to the big screen. The film, and trilogy, are widely regarded to be one of the best ever created. The first film in the trilogy won four Oscars, including Oscars for Best Cinematography, Best Makeup, Best Music, and Best Visual Effects, in addition to nominations for Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Writing. Throughout the film we follow Hobbits, who are from the fictional region of The Shire. Do you know the filming location of The Shire?
What Year Was King Kong Set In?
In 2005, famed director Peter Jackson, who also notably directed the Lord of the Rings trilogy, took on the task of bringing King Kong to the big screen in the modern age. The film was a massive success, drawing in $218 million gross, leading the box office in its opening weekend, and landing it at fifth for highest grossing films of 2005. The film is set in New York, where main characters Ann and Carl encounter King Kong. Do you know what year the film was set in?
Who Voices Shrek?
In 2001, Dreamworks released the first Shrek film, based on the 1990 book by William Steig. The film, and series, remain one of Dream Works most successful projects, with the 2004 sequel Shrek 2 earning $919 million worldwide and ranking it as the highest grossing film in 2004, as well as the highest grossing film worldwide the same year. The first film won an Oscar for Best Animated Feature, and was nominated for the Best Motion Picture Golden Globe Award. Do you know who voices Shrek?
What Is The Name Of The Location Carl Flies To In Up?
In 2009, Walt Disney Pictures and Pixar Animation Studios released Up, one of the most successful Disney films of all time. The film was co-directed by Pete Docter and Bob Peterson, grossing a total of $735 million worldwide. In regards to films produced by the Pixar brand, Up ranks as the sixth most successful film released by the company, as well as the fifth highest grossing film of 2009. Do you know the name of the fictional location Carl flies his house to in Up?
What Is The Name Of The Final Battle In 300?
In 2006, viewers were taken on the wildly inspirational journey that is 300. The film takes viewers through Greece as the Spartan army led by King Leonidas plans to defend their city against the invading Persians. Vastly outnumbered, the Spartans famously attempt to hold their ground as long as possible. The film was received well by audiences, and dominated opening weekend, ranking it as the most successful Dark Horse Comic production of all time. Do you know the name of the final battle?
Who Plays The Antagonist In The First Spider-Man Film?
In 2002, Marvel Studios cast Tobey Maguire to play the iconic role of Peter Parker in the Marvel Spider-Man trilogy. Maguire went on to star as Parker in all three movies, with the first film dominating the box office on opening weekend. In addition, the film remains the highest-grossing Spider-Man film of all time, beating out all of Andrew Garfield and Tom Holland's Spider-Man films. In the first film, Spider-Man must defeat the Green Goblin. Do you remember which actor played Norman Osborn, aka the Green Goblin, in this film?
How Many Limbs Does Every Creature In Avatar Have With The Exception Of Humans & Na'vi?
In 2009, Avatar hit theatres and what happened next couldn't have been predicted by anyone. Not only did the film unsurprisingly absolutely dominate opening weekend, but it also wound up ranking as the second-highest grossing film domestically of all time. To add to the film's already impressive credentials, it ranks as the highest grossing film of all time worldwide with a whopping $2.7 million in earnings. Fans who have paid close attention to the other species of creatures on Pandora, may have noticed that every creature besides the Na'vi and humans have the same number of limbs. Do you know how many?
What US City Served As The Film Location For Gotham?
In 2005, mastermind Christopher Nolan partnered with Warner Bros Pictures to bring Batman to the big screen. Played by Christian Bale, Batman Begins dominated opening weekend, and closed out the year as the 8th ranked movie for 2005. The second installment of the film 'Batman: The Dark Knight' however closed out 2009 as the biggest film of the year, and ranks as the highest grossing Batman film of all time. For all three movies in the trilogy, directors used the same US city for filming. Do you know which one?
Which Senator Helps Maximus In Gladiator?
In 2000, Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix joined the cast of Gladiator, directed by Ridley Scott. Prior to the film, Scott had previously worked on notable films such as Thelma & Louise, and Blade Runner starring Harrison Ford. Gladiator follows former Roman General Maximus as he looks to exact revenge on a corrupt emperor. During his journey, Maximus is helped by an Italian Senator who doesn't like the ambition of Commodus. Do you remember the name of the senator?
The 2006 Film 'The Pursuit of Happyness' Is Based On A Best-Selling Memoir By Who?
In 2006, Will Smith and his son Jaden Smith captured the hearts of moviegoers as the duo teamed up for 'The Pursuit Of Happyness'. The film remains the top-grossing drama film of Will Smith's career, and it also earned him a nominee for Best Performance by an Actor from the Oscars as well as the Golden Globes and the Screen Actors Guild Awards. The film is of course based on a true story, and adapted for film based on a best-selling memoir by who?
How Many Members Of The Fellowship Of The Ring Are There?
In 2001, the Lord Of The Rings series saw its first big-screen adaptation. Starring Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Orlado Bloom, Sir Ian McKellen, and Viggo Mortensen in addition to several others, the film follows Frodo Baggins and his quest to destroy the ring of power. The second film of the series, The Two Towers, was released the following year, and the finale of the trilogy, The Return Of The King was released a year after that. Do you remember how many members were in the fellowship that pledged to help Frodo destroy the ring?
Who Directed 'A Beautiful Mind'?
In 2001, Russell Crowe took on the role of Economic Nobel Laureate John Nash, as he begins work in cryptography while simultaneously battling schizophrenia, resulting in the deterioration of his personal life. The film was based on the life of Nash, and while it wasn't adapted from a memoir, was written by Akiva Goldsman who has notably worked on I. Robot, Cinderella Man, and I Am Legend to name a few. Do you remember what famed actor directed the film however?
How Many Children Do Donkey & Dragon Have In 'Shrek the Third'?
During the course of Shrek 1, viewers are treated to an adventure involving not only Shrek, but his semi-faithful, occasionally cooperative sidekick Donkey. Donkey, who is voiced by Eddie Murphy, travels with Shrek to rescue Princess Fiona for Lord Farquaad. During the course of their quest, Donkey meets and falls in love with Dragon, who he winds up marrying and raising children with. In the third Shrek film released in 2007, we learn that Donkey and Dragon have how many kids?
What TV Legend Voices Carl In Up?
In Up we are introduced to 78-year-old Carl Fredricksen, who is adamant to fly his home to Paradise Falls to live. The idea was a dream of he and his wife, who bonded over their mutual love for a famous explorer, who questionably found an exotic bird during both Carl and Ellie's childhood. After losing Ellie, Carl decides to fly his house to the island. Throughout the course of the film, Carl is voiced by an American TV icon. Do you remember who?
What Time Period Is The 2009 Sherlock Holmes Film Set In?
In 2009, Robert Downey Jr and Jude Lawmade their on-screen debuts as a delightfully witty duo of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson. The pair must stop Lord Blackwood, played by Mark Strong, from offing a woman. Throughout the course of the film, the pair attempt to outwit and outplan Blackwood. The film was nominated for two Oscars, and saw Robert Downey Jr win a Golden Globe for 'Best Performance by an Actor'. Do you remember what time period the film was set in?
What Is The Name Of The Move Po Uses To Defeat Tai Lung?
In 2008, the world was introduced to its favorite Kung Fu fighting Panda, Po, voiced by Jack Black. The film also stars Dustin Hoffman, Angelina Jolie, Jackie Chan, and Seth Rogen as voice actors and actresses in addition to several other high-profile stars. The film finished as the first in the box office for the opening weekend and sparked two Kung Fu Panda sequels. The film follows Po on his journey to learn Kung Fu despite his obvious size disadvantage. Do you remember the name of the move Po uses to defeat Tai Lung at the end of the first film?
What Is The Name Of The Doctor That Saves Tony Stark In Iron Man 1?
In 2008, Robert Downey Jr took on what many believe to be his most iconic role, that of Tony Stark. Downey Jr has portrayed Iron Man in every Marvel film over the past decade and has starred in the Iron Man trilogy. Early on in the film, Tony Stark is nearly offed thanks to shrapnel embedded in his chest, however a doctor in Afghanistan where he is captured manages to construct an electromagnetic implant that goes in his chest to keep the shrapnel from penetrating his heart. Do you remember the name of the doctor?
What College Did John Nash Go To In 'A Beautiful Mind'?
In the 2001 film, A Beautiful Mind, Russell Crowe portrays Nobel Laureate John Nash. While the film was inspired by a novel by Sylvia Nasar, it was criticized for not being entirely accurate, and embellishing some parts of Nash's life, while ignoring other parts of his life. With that being said, the college Nash attended in the 1940s was factually correct in the film. Do you remember what major university John Nash went to in real life, as well as in A Beautiful Mind?
What Type Of A Dish Is Ratatouille?
In 2007, Pixar released their eighth film, Ratatouille. The film follows a young rat named Remy, voiced by Patton Oswalt, who dreams of becoming a chef with the help of Linguini, a young garbage boy who befriends the rat. At the end of the movie, Remy and Linguini must craft the French dish, Ratatouille. While some fans may not have paid much attention to what went into the dish, others will know that Ratatouille is this kind of a dish.
When Is Guy Fawkes Day?
In 2005, Warner Brothers released the highly anticipated film: 'V for Vendetta' starring Natalie Portman, Hugo Weaving, Stephen Rea, and John Hurt. The film follows a masked vigilante that goes by 'V' as he attempts to spark a revolution in the United Kingdom by using drastic means. The film was supposed to release on Guy Fawkes Day, a day celebrating historical figure Guy Fawkes, who tried to fight back against the English king in the late 1500s. The date is significant and stated in the film. Do you know when it is?
How Tall Are Are The Na'vi Species?
In the 2009 film, viewers are taken on an adventure with Jake Sully as he struggles with the decision to either help the Na'vi people or continue the mission he's filling in on for his brother. The RDA Jake is working for use 'avatars' in order to insert humans into the Na'vi society while taking the form of a Na'vi. We learn in the film just how tall the blue species of people are. Do you remember how tall they are?
What Is The Name Of The Starliner That Is Clinging Onto EVE?
In 2008, the Walt Disney Pictures produced Wall-E hit theaters in America. The film was a box office hit, pulling in $63 million in the opening weekend, finishing as the top G Rated movie of 2008. In the film, we learn that Buy-N-Large has evacuated Earth on a massive fleet of ships called starliners. During the course of the movie, as we travel on Wall-E's adventure, we see him board a starliner while clinging to EVE. Do you remember the name of the Starliner?
What Was The Name Of The Queen That Tried To Rally Support For The Spartans In 300?
During the Battle of Thermopylae (high-five if you answered that question correctly earlier in the quiz), one queen attempts to raise support for her husband's army. She attempts to persuade the Council of Sparta to send reinforcements. After exposing one of the council members for corruption, the council winds up sending reinforcements to help King Leonidas. Do you remember the name of the Queen that not only exposed the corruption in the Spartan Council and helped the Spartans get reinforcements?
Who Wrote The Novel That The 'Bourne' Trilogy Was Based On?
In the early 2000s, director Paul Greengrass and star Matt Damon combined for arguably one of the best American spy thrillers in Hollywood history. While the first film in the trilogy did mediocre at the box office, it was the second film in the trilogy, The Bourne Supremacy, released in 2004 that took the series to new heights, ranking as the highest grossing film in the summer of '04. The third film, The Bourne Ultimatum was the highest grossing film of the series however, going down as one of the highest grossing spy films ever. Do you know who wrote the novel the movies were based on?
Who Played Sandman In The Third Spider-Man Movie?
In 2007, the finale of the Tobey McGuire Spider-Man trilogy was released. The film also starred James Franco, reprising his role as Parker's best-friend turned enemy Harry Osborne. While the two start the movie as enemies, they wind up reconciling in an attempt to defeat the Sandman. The film was the third highest grossing film in the trilogy behind the first two, but despite that wound up being the highest grossing film for 2007 domestically, and worldwide. Do you remember who played Sandman?
Heath Ledger Posthumously Won What Major Award For His Role In 'Batman: The Dark Knight'?
'Batman: The Dark Knight' released in 2008 to much praise from viewers and critics alike. The film dominated opening weekend at the box office, and ranks as the second highest grossing superhero film of all time. In addition to being the highest grossing film worldwide in 2008, the film ranks as the 10th highest grossing film of all time in America. Following the success of the film, Heath Ledger was posthumously awarded with an award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role. Do you remember what award showcase he won the award through?
Who Voices Mr. Incredible?
In 2004, Pixar released one of the best family feel-good movies of the year with The Incredibles. The film unsurprisingly dominated opening weekend, and wound up grossing $633 million worldwide. The film finished 2004 as the 4th highest grossing film worldwide, earning it an Oscar for Best Animated Feature, as well as a nomination for Best Writing. The film features what notable actor/producer as the voice of Incredibles family patriarch Bob Parr in both the first and second movies in the series?
What Is The Name Of This Actor, Who Appeared In Inglorious Basterds?
In 2009, Pulp Fiction mastermind Quentin Tarantino took on World War 2 as he assembled a cast led by Brad Pitt and Melanie Laurent for Inglorious Basterds. The film unsurprisingly dominated opening weekend at the box office and wound up as one of the highest grossing R Rated movies of the year. During the film, we are introduced to Pfc. Smithson Utivich, who is pictured above. Do you remember the name of this actor who also had a major role acting in, producing, and writing The Office?
What Is Frozone's Real Name In The Incredibles?
In the Incredibles, we are introduced to family friends of the Incredibles Family. The husband, who is best friends with Bob Parr, aka Mr. Incredible, is also a super-hero himself, much to the dismay of his wife. This of course led to the iconic exchange of Frozone asking his wife where his supersuit was in the first film. He is voiced by Samuel L. Jackson, and is one of the most beloved characters in the series, but do you know this character's real name?
What Is The Name Of The Actor That Stars In The Film?
Released in 2008, Slumdog Millionaire quickly became a hit at the box office, winning eight Oscars after coming to America following success overseas. The film won seven BAFTA Awards, and eight Academy Awards, more than any other film that year. The film is loosly based on the novel Q & A by Vikaw Swarup, who wrote the novel about Jamal Malik, who actually won India's version of 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?' at just 18. Do you know who plays him in the film?
Which Character From The Incredibles Makes A Cameo In Ratatouille?
In Ratatouille, we follow Remy the rat on his journey to become a chef. The rat enlists the help of his friend Linguini to aid him in his task. During the course of the duo's adventures, we catch a brief glimpse of a character from the Incredibles while Remy and Linguini are on ice skates. It was a brief cameo, and many viewers may not have caught it, but those with a keen eye know it was which Incredibles character that appeared in Ratatouille?
What Airline Has Noticeable Advertisements Throughout 'The Pursuit Of Happyness'?
Throughout the course of The Pursuit of Happyness, we follow Chris Gardner and his son Christopher on their journey as the older Chris struggles with providing for them. Gardner can't seem to get ahead until he finally winds up landing a paid position as a stockbroker, defying the nearly insurmountable odds of homelessness and single fatherhood. Throughout the course of the film, viewers with a keen eye may have noticed that one airline has advertisements plastered all over the place in the background of the film. Do you know which airline?
What Is The Name Of Iron Man's Love Interest?
Over the course of Iron Man, we are introduced to not only Iron Man's handy robot assistant JARVIS, but also his assistant, who winds up becoming his love interest over the course of the film. Played by Gwyneth Paltrow, this beloved character winds up becoming Tony Stark's closest confidant as well as his best friend, and eventual love interest. She appears in all of the Iron Man movies in addition to the Marvel Avengers film. Do you remember her name?
How Many Years Did It Take To Make Kung Fu Panda?
Released in 2008, Kung Fu Panda features some of the most fluid animation of any Dream Works film from that time. The film features five real unique Kung Fu styles, including Crane, Mantis, Tiger, Monkey, Viper, and Bear Style which is utilized by Po the Panda. Starring Jack Black, Dustin Hoffman, and many others as voice actors the film remains a beloved classic of children and adults alike. Do you know how many years it took Dream Works to make the film?