Only 1/20 Movie Fans Can Name 100% Of These Famous Actors
- by Rose Moore
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Naming famous actors should be an easy task for anyone who loves film... or who just spends time reading magazines! However, when it comes down to it, every movie lover knows the feeling of seeing a new character come onto the screen and thinking to themselves 'who is that'? Whether it is because these actors are simply so skilled that they are associated as much with their character name as their own, or because there are so many names to remember within the ranks of the Hollywood A-List, you may find that calling the right name to mind is a lot harder than you think...
So test your knowledge with a quiz that brings together Hollywood royalty, Oscar winners, up and comers, and everything in between. Whether you know them from just one film or you have seen their entire back catalog, test your actor (and actress) knowledge with a few of the most famous names - and get ready to get frustrated when you just can't think of the right one! From action stars to romantic leads, these actors are all incredibly talented, even though most of them have also produced one or two duds throughout their extensive careers.
How will you do - will you prove yourself a true movie buff by knowing them all in an instant, or will you be scratching your head and reaching for that IMDB app to double check?
Who is this nerdy action star?
It may surprise some people to learn that not all nerds are skinny guys with glasses - some are actually badass, well-muscled action heroes, like this actor. Known for his work on the Fast and the Furious franchise, this action star is also a huge Dungeons and Dragons nerd. He loves working on films that have some connection to the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy, and has even taught his co-stars to play D&D while on set with him! What's his name?
Who is this Suicide Squad star?
This beautiful Australian actress has shot to fame as the star of the Suicide Squad movie, playing the crazy Harley Quinn from DC comics. However, that's far from the only movie that she has been in, as she has also co-starred with Leonardo DiCaprio in The Wolf Of Wall Street, the recent ice skating biopic I, Tonya, and many more movies that show that she's got range as well as just stunning good looks - and she did many of her own stunts!
Who is this dapper Brit?
This British actor is known for his work on both film and TV, starring in the BBC drama Sherlock as well as in films like The Imitation Game. He's also known for his work in major franchises, starring in The Hobbit films as the dragon Smaug, in the recently rebooted Star Trek franchise, and of course, has recently joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the new Sorcerer Supreme, Doctor Strange. And of course, everyone loves to make fun of his complicated name!
Who is this stunning blonde?
Sometimes it seems like every major Hollywood actress is an incredibly stunning blonde, but this award winning actress is so much more than just a pretty face. She has shown her range in everything from romantic comedies like He's Just Not That Into You to dramatic offerings like Her and Lost In Translation. And of course, this is another superhero actress, who has been with the Marvel Cinematic Universe for years as the killer spy turned Avengers member Black Widow.
Who is this relatable star?
Not only is this star stunningly gorgeous, but she has become known for being incredibly relatable. From talking about her never ending love of food to living every fans' worst nightmare on the red carpet when she tripped and fell on the way to collecting an Oscar, this actress makes every fan feel like she's really not that different than them... other than being incredibly talented, award winning, and phenomenally rich because of her extensive work on massive blockbusters, of course!
Who was this early Spider-Man?
There have been many different actors to take on the major superhero movie role of Peter Parker, aka Spider-Man, over the years. However, this actor was one of the first in recent decades, and defines the character for many characters - even having his work turned into many, many memes. He's more than just an on-screen web slinger, though, with a huge back catalog of films including Brothers, Pleasantville, and Baz Luhrmann's adaptation of the classic novel The Great Gatsby.
Who is this muscle man?
There's no denying that this man is one of the most popular actors in the world, with an absolutely massive social media following and the kind of charm that most would kill to have! He's an action star first and foremost, and moved into film from his work as a professional wrestler - and even still uses his wrestling name for the majority of his films. Unsurprisingly, then, he's also absolutely enormous, and one of the biggest muscle men on the screen today.
Who is this Oscar-winner?
Many actors have won Oscars, of course, but this man has won an entire display case worth of the coveted awards. He's been lauded for his work in a huge range of genres, from dramas like the incredible Forrest Gump and Castaway, to romantic comedies like Big and Sleepless in Seattle, and has even lent his distinctive voice to one of the biggest Disney franchises of all time - Toy Story, where he voices the lead character of the cowboy Woody.
Who is this famous Jedi?
At this point, the Star Wars franchise is so huge that it sometimes feels as though every major Hollywood actor has had a part in it, but this actor has been front and center since the very first Star Wars movie ever. He has also been defined by the role, and although he has gone on to work on other projects, and done plenty of voicework (including voicing the Joker), he will always be known as Luke Skywalker to many fans.
Name this star of big and small screen.
While many actors start on the small screen and work their way to feature films, this versatile actor continues to appear in massive hits on both sides of the screen-size divide, including starring roles in TV franchises like CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Hannibal, and recently, Black-ish. However, he may be most recognizable for his starring role as Morpheus in the smash hit 90s sci-fi movie series The Matrix, especially to those fans who first discovered his works in the 90s!
Who is this actor from a family of actors?
When it comes to families of Hollywood, this actor may be one of the first names that comes to mind. Not only is he a world-famous face from movies like Brokeback Mountain and Donnie Darko, but he's also the brother of actress Maggie, and the son of director Stephen and screenwriter Naomi. It's no surprise, then, that he began acting when he was still a child, and has remained in the limelight since then, winning multiple awards and even taking to the stage as well.
Who is this tattooed star?
Most actors tend to keep their skin free of ink, because it helps them ensure that they are never turned down for a part because of their tattoos. Not this actor, however, who has worked on everything from musicals to major franchises to tense dramas. An incredibly versatile actor, he is well known for working with Tim Burton on a regular basis, as well as for his starring role as Jack Sparrow in Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean film franchise.
Name this actor.
Ranked as one of Forbes' 'Most Bankable Stars', this actor won an Oscar for his work on Good Will Hunting, which he co-starred in opposite the incomparable Robin Williams. He is also known for working as a screenwriter with his best friend and fellow Hollywood superstar Ben Affleck, with the two teaming up both behind the screen and in front of it. Action fans will also recognize him as the star of the Jason Bourne franchise, as well as many others.
Who is this silver fox?
While there is no denying the sheer talent and versatility of this actor, there is also no denying that his rise to fame was helped by his stunning good looks - which continue to be celebrated, even in his fifties! He started out on the TV series ER, where he became one of the heartthrobs of the nineties, and since then he has taken on a huge range of major roles - and won no less than two Oscars for his work.
Who is this rom-com star?
This actor got his start in the TV comedy That '70s Show as the handsome but dumb Kelso, where he also met his long-time wife Mila Kunis. Since then, he has gone on to become a star of the romantic comedy genre, with the perfect face and puppy dog charm to play the love interest time and time again, in films such as Just Married and Valentines Day. He's also returned to his TV roots, starring in both Two And A Half Men and the Netflix original series The Ranch.
Name this young star.
This talented young woman has been acting since the age of ten, and has never shied away from taking on roles that are complex or dark, with one of her first major performances in Hard Candy - a film about a girl who takes a paedophile hostage. However, it was the quirky teen pregnancy drama Juno that catapulted her to true stardom. This actress also made waves when she came out as gay in 2014, and is a vocal supporter of the LGBT community.
Who is this YA star?
This attractive young actor has been working since the early 2000s, but it was his role as Peta in the Hunger Games franchise that truly shot him to fame - and made him one of the most famous faces in the Young Adult genre. In the franchise, he plays Peeta, one of the love interests of Katniss, in the kind of tragic love triangle that YA stories seem to thrive on. Since then, he's gone on to other projects, but will always be remembered for that first major success.
Name this famous scientologist.
This actor may be known as one of the world's biggest (and most handsome) action stars since his breakout role as Maverick in Top Gun, and was even named as the world's highest paid actor in 2012... but he is probably better known in the gossip rags for his advocacy of Scientology. While other actors have been associated with the belief system, Cruise is possibly the world's most famous Scientologist, and has even campaigned to have it fully recognized as a religion.
Who is this superstar heartthrob?
It's no mean feat to be considered the world's most attractive man, and this actor has managed to land that title multiple times over the years since he first appeared on the big screen in the '80s - and it's not difficult to see why! He's gone from strength to strength, working on multiple award-winning films and collecting more than a few awards himself, although the tabloids love to delve into his personal life - especially when he left wife Jennifer Aniston for a co-star!
Name this australian star
This redhead from down under is known not just for her poise and her talent - but for her height! At five foot nine inches, she towered over ex-husband Tom Cruise, much to the delight of many mean-spirited gossip magazines. The statuesque actress has been working in film since the eighties, and has collected a bevy of awards for her work on films such as The Hours and Baz Luhrmann's musical Moulin Rouge. More recently, she's appeared on the small screen in Big Little Lies.
Name this X-Men star
Another superstar from the Land of Aus, this actor shot to fame for his role as Wolverine in the massively popular X-Men film franchise, a role that he continued in for a whopping 17 years before wrapping up with the recent Logan. In addition, he is known for his work in musicals, often choosing to take on roles that allow him to show off his impressive set of pipes, including The Greatest Showman, Les Mis, and Snow Flower And The Secret Fan.
Name this actress who has won both a Razzie and an Oscar.
While the Oscars are the height of achievement for any actor, the Razzies are the opposite - awarded only to those films that are absolutely, bona fide awful! It's pretty impressive, then, that this actress has managed to achieve both in her career, landing an Academy Award for her performance in Monster's Ball, while her turn as Selena Kyle in Catwoman was what got her that Razzie. She's also known for playing Storm in the X-Men films, as well as many, many other roles.
Name this long-time super star
Some stars may be just a flash in the pan, and then there are the actors who continue to dazzle audiences for decades... including this gorgeous action hero, who has been on the Hollywood A-List since the 70s. His most famous roles include the titular archeologist and adventurer of the Indiana Jones franchise, as well as playing ace pilot Han Solo in the Star Wars world (a role that he reprised for the recent Star Wars VII: The Force Awakens).
Name this English stunner.
This beautiful actress embodies the phrase 'English Rose', although her earliest appearances didn't put the focus on her stunning good looks. Her first big role was in Bend It Like Beckham, a film about teenage football players, where she was a total tomboy. However, she quickly moved on to other roles, including Pride And Prejudice, Atonement, Love Actually, and of course, as one of the stars of Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean franchise; Elizabeth Swan, English lady turned fierce pirate queen.
Which actor used to rap?
It may be hard to picture it now that he's all grown up, suave and sophisticated, but this actor initially wanted to become a famous rapper in the '80s. He actually became relatively well known, and even launched a TV show off the success of his music, The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air. The show was an immediate success, and from there, he made the move to the big screen, where he has starred in everything from Men In Black to The Pursuit of Happyness.
Who is this brunette?
This brunette actress was one of the biggest names of the '90s, starring in movies that ranged from rom coms to action flicks, including Miss Congeniality, Speed, and Practical Magic. She's been one of Hollywood's highest paid actresses, as well as being voted the world's most beautiful woman in 2015. In recent years, she has acted in films such as Gravity and the upcoming Ocean's 8, as well as stepping behind the camera to become a producer as well as an actress.
Who is this actor and environmentalist?
This famous face has become as well known for his activism as his acting, as he is a passionate environmentalist and has launched multiple charity initiatives as well as creating short documentaries on environmental causes. He first shot to fame in the 90s, in films such as What's Eating Gilbert Grape, Romeo and Juliet, and Titanic - and although he has been in multiple award-worthy roles, he didn't actually manage to nab that coveted Oscar until two years ago - for The Revenant.
Name this actress
This incredible actress has been working consistently since the 70s, and is often considered to be one of the greatest living actresses in the world today. She has a range that covers absolutely every genre, and has won Oscars for three films (The Iron Lady, Sophie's Choice, and Kramer vs Kramer), as well as being nominated dozens of other times. Some of her other best known films include The Devil Wears Prada and the recent musical Into The Woods, adapted from the Broadway hit.
Name this androgynous actress
While many actresses love to play up their femininity, and use their sex appeal to help boost their film career, this actress is known instead for her ability to play genderless and androgynous roles, as well as taking on some distinctly masculine roles too. She won an Oscar for Michael Clayton, as Best Supporting Actress, and is known for films such as We Need To Talk About Kevin, Doctor Strange, Dogma, The Chronicles Of Narnia and The Grand Budapest Hotel.
Who is this star of The Shining?
This American actor has been performing for over six decades, in so many phenomenal roles that it can be difficult to pinpoint which he is best known for! Of course, one of his iconic roles has to be as Jack Torrance in Stephen King's The Shining. This is far from the only time that he has taken on the role of the outsider, though. He was also the Joker in Batman, as well as a brilliantly anti-social writer in As Good As It Gets.
Name this Fantastic Beasts actor
This rising star has quickly become one of Hollywood's A-list, although he has only been working in films for just over a decade. His British charm and incredible talent have landed him roles in epic blockbusters such as the on-screen adaptation of Les Mis, and Stephen Hawking biopic The Theory of Everything. Recently, he has become the star of J K Rowling's new magical film franchise in the world of Harry Potter, as Newt Scamander in Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them.
Name this British rom-com lead
Another Brit known for his charm and stunning good looks is this actor, who was a regular romantic comedy star throughout the 1990s and 2000s, although he does more than just play the floppy haired leading man. He plays Mark Darcy in the Bridget Jones' Diary series, as well as the role of Jamie in Christmas romance anthology Love Actually, but he has also taken on everything from drama (like his performance in The Kings Speech) to action in the recent Kingsman: The Secret Service.
Name this classic film star
While most of the actors and actresses on this list are still with us and producing new films every year, this beauty is one of the true legends of Hollywood, and passed away in 1993. In the 50s and 60s, she was one of the best known actresses in the world, for her films such as Breakfast At Tiffanys and Roman Holiday. She is also a fashion icon, but she was also a dedicated humanitarian and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, passionate about charity world worldwide.
Name this knighted actor
There is one accolade higher than the coveted Academy Award, and that is an actual Knighthood. This Shakespearean actor was knighted in 1991 for services to the performing arts, and is well known for his work with the Royal Shakespeare Company and National Theater. However, he has also spent plenty of time in Hollywood, in blockbusters like the X-Men franchise, where he stars as villain Magneto, and is famous for his longstanding friendship with Sir Patrick Stewart, who also stars in the films as Charles Xavier.
Name this tattooed actress
This stunning actress is as well known for the gossip surrounding her personal life as her incredible talents on the big screen. Twice divorced, and currently separated from her third husband, she is famous for her tattoos and her passionate love affairs, but also for her humanitarian efforts and the adoption of multiple children. In the 90s, she rose to fame in Hackers, before going on to win an Oscar for her performance in Girl, Interrupted. More recently, she starred in Disney's Malificent.