Only 1 In 20 Movie Buffs Can Name All These Famous Actors
- by Danielle Lasher
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A movie is only ever as good as the people who make it. Sure, sometimes bad actors are in good movies, but more often than not, they ruin them. More often, good actors are in bad movies, making them tolerable. Hollywood is a billion dollar a year industry, and the actors and actresses that star on the silver screen are hero worshipped by most ‘ordinary’ people. Celebrities are a way to distract one's self from the goings-on of everyday life, taking on their lives and problems as an escape from our own.
Actors are so much more than just people; they are the characters that they portray on the big screen. One can fall in love with an actor a million times as they play different characters. They can feel betrayed when a beloved actor takes a dismal role, or when someone who is usually a hero takes the role of a villain and betrays the trust of fans who count on them to be a lovable persona. Not all of those in showbiz are created equal, however, and some stars clearly and thoroughly outshine their colleagues in the business. Take this quiz to prove ultimate knowledge of who is who in the movie business.
Who is this actor?
At 47 years old, this actor is ranked one of the highest-grossing actors of all time. He is handsome and talented, and can be counted on to flawlessly act out any role. He was born in Massachusetts and had his acting debut in the 1988 film Mystic Pizza. Since then, he has acted in films such as Good Will Hunting and Saving Private Ryan. Perhaps best known for his character Jason Bourne in the Bourne series, this heartthrob is a go-to action actor with a solid dramatic talent. Which actor is this?
Who is this actor?
This question is a bit of a softball. This actor got his start at the young age of 11, when he signed on to work as the title character in the enormously successful franchise, Harry Potter. After the completion of those eight films, this charming and attractive British actor went on to have a successful career on screen and on stage. He has been in serious movies, and rom-coms, and everything in between, but is still most famous for his childhood role in Harry Potter. What actor is this?
Who is this actor?
Originally from Oklahoma, this 54-year-old actor is looking great for his age. He has been working in the industry since 1987, and has made many well-known and loved films since then. He starred in the cult classic Fight Club, which was released in 1999. He also played a leading role in the Oceans Franchise. He has been called the world’s most attractive man several years in a row, and has six children with Angelina Jolie. Who is this leading man?
Who is this actress?
Though this well-known actress is most famous for her long running career on the ABC show Scandal, she has had a long and illustrious career in the film industry as well. Some of her most notable film roles include The Last King of Scotland, Ray, Fantastic Four, Django Unchained, and Mother and Child. She was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie and was included in the 2014 Time 100 list. Who is this exceptional actress?
Who is this actor?
Not just an actor, this man is also a rapper, songwriter, and comedian. He got his start in the film industry as a TV star on the show The Fresh Prince of Bell Air, and has gone on to work in a number of films of all genres since then. Some of his most notable works are his portrayal of the infamous boxer Muhammad Ali in the film Ali, and his role as the dedicated and loving father in the heartbreaking yet inspiring blockbuster The Pursuit of Happyness which was released in 2006. Which actor is this?
Who is this actress?
While she has dabbled in other genres, this woman is best known for her period dramas and tragedies. She is exceptional at portraying women with depth and history to them. Her widest known role was as Rose in the epic love story Titanic, but this actress has had a huge career outside of that. She also stared in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Revolutionary Road, Little Children, Heavenly Creatures, and Sense and Sensibility—to name a few! Who can remember this outstanding actress?
Who is this actor?
This actor has played just about every part imaginable, from a pirate to Willy Wonka. He has had a long and illustrious career, and most recently, he is playing the evil wizard Grindelwald in the Fantastic Beasts series, a spin-off of the Harry Potter films. Some may remember him as the wacky tripper from Fear and Loathing in Los Vegas, and others will remember him from his voice work in half a dozen Tim Burton films. What is the name of this famous actor?
Who is this actress?
One of the most iconic actresses of all time, this woman is in a category all of her own when it comes to talent. She has won three Academy Awards. She has also been nominated for a whopping 31 Golden Globe awards, and of those she has won eight. She has worked on stage and screen, in television shows and in feature films. Remembered for her roles in Julia, Sophie’s Choice, The Devil Wears Prada, and so much more. She most recently starred in The Post. Who is this actress?
Who is this actor?
Known for having an unbeatable baritone for narration, this actor has a calm demeanor and an attitude that is hard to beat. He is a uniquely respected actor and has played a number of diverse roles. He was born in 1937 in Tennessee. His best known roles include: Driving Miss Daisy, Bonfire of the Vanities, The Shawshank Redemption, Million Dollar Baby, and Bruce Almighty—among many others. He has had a role in several Batman films, and portrayed Nelson Mandela in the film by the same name. Who remembers the name of this actor?
Who is this actress?
Originally born in the U.K., this U.S. based actress assumed a sort of superhuman level of fame in her day. She started working with a small role in a 1942 film. When she starred in the film Cleopatra—as none other than Cleopatra of course—she was paid a record-breaking sum of one million dollars. This woman was married eight times, was the first celebrity to launch a perfume brand, and—most importantly—was one of the first celebrities to participate in activism. Which actress is this?
Who is this actor?
The ruler of Hollywood marshal arts, this actor has been in the industry since the 1960s and has appeared in over 150 films during that time. His name will forever be synonymous with marshal arts on the big screen, and this question is practically a freebee. He trained in two types of marshal arts; Wushu, which is also known as Kung Fu, and Hapkido. By far one of the most influential personalities in modern cinema, this actor is immediately recognizable by anyone who pays attention to films. Who is this?
Who is this actress?
Perhaps best remembered for her role in Casablanca, or maybe for her role in the 1946 film Notorious, this actress is a beauty of the bygone days of old. Born in Sweden, this actress had a highly successful U.S.-based career, during which she won three Academy Awards, a BAFTA Award, Two Primetime Emmy Awards, a Tony and four Golden Globes. She was beautiful and intelligent and apparently great to work with. Who was this epic leading lady?
Who is this actor?
Another actor who got his start in the Harry Potter franchise, this ginger wonder played Harry’s best friend Ron Weasley in all eight of the Harry Potter films. Since the premiere of the last Harry Potter film however, this former child star has done much less with himself than his two leading co-stars. He has struggled to find his place in the acting world, and even experimented with being an ice cream man for a brief while. Who can remember the name of the actor who played Ron Weasley?
Who is this actress?
This female actress was the first woman of color to win an Academy Award, which she did in 1939. The award was for her work in Gone With the Wind. This amazing woman was also the first woman of color to sing on the radio in the U.S. Her claims to fame include not one but two Hollywood Walk of Fame stars—one for her contributions to radio, and one for her contributions to film. She appeared in over 800 films, and was the first Black Oscar woman to be honored on a postage stamp. Who was this groundbreaking actress?
Who is this actor?
This actor has never been afraid to shy away from a difficult or controversial role. He has been receiving critical acclaim for his roles for over three decades—since the 1980s. Some of his most well-known roles include the portrayal of a South African anti-Apartheid activist in Cry Freedom, a boxer in The Hurricane, and Malcolm X in the film with the same name. This us. based man is also a director and a producer, and has won several awards. Who can name this actor?
Who is this actress?
Starting with a screen debut on the hit show Law and Order, this actress’s career has been all uphill from there. Working mostly in sci-fi films, she has been in headliners such as Star Trek and Avatar. Most recently she has stolen the hearts of fans worldwide with her portrayal of Gamora in the two Guardians of the Galaxy films and Avengers: Infinity War. Who is this bold and beautiful actress famous for kicking butt in space?
Who is this actor?
It is hard to even know where to begin with this beloved actor. Best known for his portrayal of Jack in Titanic, and more recently as the leading man in the Wolff of Wallstreet this incredibly handsome leading man has had a long and illustrious career. At one point, he played Romeo in a modern adaptation, and he has been in films of all caliber—including the thriller The Beach. This question is almost too easy. Who is this Hollywood heartthrob?
Who is this actress?
Both an actress and an author, this leading lady is famous for her portrayal of unflinching women of color. She is best known for her roles in The Help and Hidden Figures. In both of those films she plays a woman who is held back by a racist and misogynistic culture. In both films she refuses to submit to said system. In Hidden Figures she gives voice to the true story of the women of color working at NASA during the Cold War Space Race. Who is this leading lady?
Who is this actor?
Born in California in 1956, this actor is famous for his nuanced and personal portrayals of interesting and deep characters. His most famous roles are in Forest Gump and Saving Private Ryan—and more recently the film Cast Away. A well-known and loved actor, this is one that even the most unfamiliar movie goer will recognize, but only a true film buff will remember that he played Forest Gump in the film with the same name. Who is this actor?
Who is this actress?
A woman of many hats, this super star is a singer, songwriter, actress and model among other things! She has been in two U.S. films—Moonlight, and Hidden Figures. In Hidden Figures, she played the bold Mary Jackson, a woman of color working at NASA who had dreams well above the system in place. A brilliant mathematician and engine, she stubbornly moved her way up the ranks. Doing this caused tension with her onscreen husband, but he eventually got on board. Who is this outstanding woman?
Who is this actor?
Of mixed heritage from the states and Italy, and born in New York, this actor got his start during the 1970s—a big time for Hollywood. Touted as one of the greatest actors of all time, he had his big break as a supporting actor in the film The Godfather. The role he played was that of Michael Corleone—a role that he got after beating out a whole host of actors more established than himself. After that movie, he could have done whatever he wanted but instead chose to throw his newfound fame behind projects that he supported. Who is this actor?
Who is this actress?
Even serious movie fans wont remember that this actress got her start in a minor role on Buffy the Vampire Slayer. She went on to become one of the most well-loved U.S. based actresses of the modern moment. She had a role in the fourth Karate Kid, and starred in the 2004 Million Dollar Baby. She has also been in movies such as The Gift, Insomnia, The Core, P.S. I Love You, Freedom Writers, The Reaping, and Logan Lucky. Which actress is this?
Who is this actor?
Born in London in the year 1957, this actor was traditionally trained, but is considered a method actor. He thoroughly researches each of his roles, and devotes himself whole heartedly—even at the risk of his own health. Since 1998, he has only starred in six films, and often goes long periods of time without work, making him a Hollywood oddity. He won three academy awards for My Left Foot, There Will Be Blood and Lincoln. Who is this actor?
Who is this actress?
An infamous actress and activist, this leading lady broke into the film industry in 1970 with the film Joe. She has appeared in Soap Operas, and stage plays, and is an incredibly versatile actress. She played the role of Janet in the cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show, in Thelma and Louise, and The Lovely Bones. As an activist, she was appointed a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 1999. In 2006, she received the Action Against Hunger Humanitarian Award. Who is this multifaceted leading lady?
Who is this actor?
Born in 1937, this actor is easily most famous for his role in The Shining—a movie based on the novel by Steven King. This U.S.-based actor is known for his portrayal of psychopathic characters and anti-heroes, he has stared in films such as Easy Rider, Five Easy Pieces, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, The Bucket List, Chinatown, The Witches of Eastwick, The Departed, and Mars Attacks! He has also dabbled with directing films, but has not worked since 2010—though he says he has not retired. Which actor is this?
Who is this actress?
This South African Action star originally dreamed of being a dancer, and moved to the United States to work with the Joffrey Ballet in NYC, until she injured her knee. She got noticed in Los Angeles when she made a scene in a bank over a check, and she’s been making waves in Hollywood ever since. This actress has starred in movies such as The Devil’s Advocate, The Cider House Rules, The Legend of Bagger Vance, Italian Job, Atomic Blond and Mad Max: Fury Road. Who is this actress?
Who is this actor?
Another actor to get his fame from The Godfather franchise, this actor stared as the young Vito Corleone in The Godfather Part II, which was released in 1974. He won the Academy Award for best supporting actor for his role in the movie, and it has been all uphill since then. He is known for being a longtime collaborator of acclaimed director Martin Scorsese, and has starred in such films as Raging Bull, Goodfellas and many others. Which actor played the young Vito Corleone?
Who is this actress?
For this actress, fame was something that came easily, and she is either best known for her role in in Pulp Fiction, or for being the lethal leading lady in Quentin Tarantino’s Kill Bill franchise. This actress is internationally famous in a huge way. Born in 1970, she has stared in every kind of movie since the start of her career. Some of the most well-known of these include Batman and Robin, Prime, My Super-Ex Girlfriend and The Producers. Who remembers the name of this famous star?
Who is this actor?
Originally from England, this actor had a huge U.S. fan base and starred in almost countless Hollywood films. Perhaps his most influential and lasting role was that of Professor Snape in the Harry Potter franchise. Professor Snape was one of the most hated characters in the series, until the final film when—in one of the biggest plot twists of all time—he was revealed to have been operating with pure intentions. This actor’s ability to play duplicitous, or incredibly multifaceted characters was incredible. Who is this famous actor?
Who is this actress?
This kick butt action actress made her first appearance in a movie; the 1988 film The Night Train to Kathmandu. Since then, she has made a name for herself as one of the top leading ladies in the action and adventure and the sci fi world. Known for her roles in movies such as Return to the Blue Lagoon, The Fifth Element, and all six Resident Evil movies. This actress started a music career with her debut album The Divine Comedy which was released in 1994. Still a successful actress, musician, and model—who is this?
Who is this actress?
When this famous actress passed away in 2016, the world mourned. A brilliant actress with a long career, she was easily best known for her portrayal of Princess Leia in the Star Wars Franchise. Her portrayal of the young warrior princess—who never flinched in the face of danger was only outdone by her portrayal of the older Leia—General Organa. She fought for her right to be her natural age when portraying the aged Organa, and the world respected her for it. What is the name of this actress?
Who is this actress?
In 1986, this actress began her career by playing the title character in the film Lady Jane. In 1997, she won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Kate Croy in the film The Wings of the Dove. She received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2010 for her portrayal of Elizabeth in The Kings Speech. In addition to these acclaimed roles, she played Ophelia in Hamlet, and starred in many other films—including Harry Potter and Fight Club. Who is this actress?
Who is this actor?
Born and raised in Scotland, this actor was the youngest student ever to win a place at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama—a feat that he achieved at the fresh young age of 16, better known for his work in TV shows, such as Blackpool and Casanova, this actor achieved a life long goal when he was cast in the role of the Doctor on Doctor Who in 2005. The movies he has been in includes Harry Potter, The Highway Rat, You, Me and Him. He was also the voice of Angus in the animated film Ferdinand. What actor is this?
Who is this actor?
Despite his world-wide fame, this actor had to deal with quite a bit of failure in the early stages of his career. He is known for the quote; “You deal with failure—strike, strike, strike—all the time. Acting is like that. You have to have a very thick skin in a way—your hair is too dark, you’re too ugly for the part, your audition wasn’t good.” Best known for his role in the cop film Traffic, and the films Fear and Loathing in Los Vegas and The Usual Suspects. What is the name of this leading man?
Who is this actress?
As of 2018, this incredible leading lady is the only black woman to have won the Academy Award for Best Actress. She claimed the award for her role in the romantic drama film Monster’s Ball which was released in 2001. She is also known for her work in Boomerang, The Flintstones, Bulworth, and Introducing Dorothy Dandridge. She played a Bond Girl in Die Another Day, and portrayed the character Storm in X-Men. Which famous actress does this question describe?
Who is this actor?
Originally from London England, this actor starred on the first two seasons of the U.K. version of Skins. He had had no previous acting experience when he landed the role of Anwar Kharral on the show. His biggest break however, came in 2008 when he played the lead role in the universally loved film Slumdog Millionaire. Since the release of that film, he has been in The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, The Last Airbender, Chappie, The Classroom, and The Man Who Knew Infinity. What actor is this?
Who is this actress?
Even people who haven’t seen the Matrix know the Matrix. The trilogy of movies captured the collective public fascination when they were first released in 1999. This actress was the talent behind Trinity, the main woman in the Matrix films. Since the final film was released in 2003, she has not dropped off of the Hollywood meter, but has starred in films such as Memento, Red Planet, Snow Cake, Disturbia, and Pompeii. Her most recent work is portraying the attorney Jeri Hogarth in several Marvel tv shows. Which actress is this?
Who is this actress?
With a career spanning over 66 years, it's no wonder that this woman is one of the most beloved actresses of all time. Hailing from the U.K., this woman has had extensive experience on the stage, the screen, and everything in between. Some of her most well-known performances include the portrayal of the stiff but loyal Professor McGonagall in the Harry Potter franchise, and as Lady Violet Crawly, Dowager Countess of Grantham on the series Downton Abbey. Who is this epic leading lady?
Who is this actor?
During the late 80’s and early 90's, it would have been nearly impossible to find a teenage girl that didn’t have a crush on this actor. He was tough. He was bold. He was sensitive. And he was cute, too! Also, in the 1987 film Dirty Dancing—he could dance. Really, what more could a young movie fan want? And it wasn’t just teenage girls that noticed the young lead—he received three whole Golden Globe Nominations for his portrayal of Johnny the dance instructor stealing hearts at the summer resort! Which actor is this?
Who is this actor?
A manly man of old school Hollywood, this actor was born in 1930, and though he has made films of many genres, he got his start on the Western TV series Rawhide, and made his way into fame with continued work in the western/spaghetti western genre in the 60’s/70’s/80s. This actor is also a director, and has been involved with films such as Unforgiven and Million Dollar Baby. Most recently, he directed a film, too. An enduring figure of a masculinity hard to find in modern actors, who is described here?
Who is this actress?
This actress is known for doing her own stunts—no small claim to acting excellence in the Hollywood universe. Though she had had a sizable career before it, she became internationally and unquestionably famous after starring in the 1997 James Bond—Tomorrow Never Dies. She is also incredibly well-known for her role in the martial arts film Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon—a role for which she received a nomination for the BAFTA Award for Best Actress in 2002. Who is this leading lady?
Who is this actor?
A versatile actor, this man is still known for portraying characters that most people wouldn’t want to mess around with. He appeared in Die Hard with a Vengeance, which was released in 1995. He also played Mace Windu in the Star Wars prequel trilogy. Over the course of his long and illustrious career this actor has starred in over 100 films; including Pulp Fiction, Jungle Fever, Patriot Games, Django Unchained, and many more. Who is this well-known and prolific actor?
Who is this actress?
Being the highest paid actress in the world is a big deal—especially when someone can claim the title not once, but two years in a row! This actress is most widely famous for her portrayal of the kick butt female rebellion leader Katniss Everdeen who shook off the oppressive rule of the capital, and did it all looking envy worthy. This actress is beloved by fans for being a down to earth personality, who portrayers larger than life women on screen. What is the name of this actress?
Who is this actor?
Indiana Jones himself—the man, the myth, the legend. This actor made women everywhere swoon when they saw him on screen as the devil may care adventurer. But wait, which devil may care adventure? That is the persona he played not only in Indiana Jones, but also time and time again on-screen. He also played Han Solo in the Star Wars Franchise, looking out for only himself, Chewie, and his ship—until Princess Leia came along! Which famous actor fits this description?
Who is this actress?
This actress has a crazy claim to fame: she is the only black person (yes, male or female) to have achieved the famed and sought after “Triple Crown of Acting”—aka she has won an Oscar AND and an Emmy AND a Tony award. Wow! She was also the first black actress to be nominated for an Academy Award, and has received three nominations and won one Academy Award. She stared in The Help, and was a long time lead on the ABC show How to Get Away With Murder. What is the name of this actress?
Who is this actor?
Before his untimely demise, this actor had a long and multifaceted career. He was famous for being one of the male leads in the break through film Brokeback Mountain, and for his portrayal of Robbie Clark, a fictional persona in a movie about Bob Dylan—I’m Not There. Right before his passing, he had been working on The Dark Night, a Batman film in which he had played the Joker. Luckily all of the filming was completed at the time of his passing, and he was given several awards posthumously. What is the name of this actor?
Who is this actress?
A graduate of Brown University, a UN Goodwill Ambassador, and founder of the feminist campaign HeForShe, this actress has earned some impressive credentials since her start in the field of acting. That start was at the young age of ten, when she landed the role of Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter franchise—the filming of which would take up most of her young life, and make her incredibly rich and well-known. Never one to rest on her laurels, she has been making work non-stop. Which actress is this?
Who is this actor?
Though he has been working in the business since the late 90’s, this Hawaiian born actor recently skyrocketed into worldwide fame with his portrayal of the character Khal Drogo on the HBO series Game of Thrones. This hunky heartthrob also appeared in the shows, Stargate Atlantis, Frontier. Film wise, he played the title role in Conan the Barbarian. Currently he is playing aquatic superhero Aquaman in the Marvel Universe. Which of the following famous actors does this description fit?
Who is this actor?
With a career spanning over sixty years, this actor is known as one of the most versatile and distinguished actors in U.S. history. He has acted on stage and screen, in live action and as a voice actor. His two most recognizable vocal roles are as the voice of Mufasa in The Lion King, and as the immediately recognizable voice of Darth Vader in the Star Wars franchise. He served briefly in the United States Army before beginning his acting career. What actor is this?
Who is this actor?
Kicking off her career with early hits like Steel Magnolias and Pretty Woman, this actress has gone on to impress us with more than her faux Southern charm and ability to drive a Lotus down Rodeo Drive. With 97 award nominations and 59 wins under her belt, we've watched this actress grow on screen from roles as a working girl to being a divorcée on a soul-searching mission for her spirit across the globe. She even voiced the lead character of Charlotte in the animated film Charlotte's web. Who is this actor?