There's No Way You Can Name All These Classic American Films

It’s time to take a stroll down memory lane. Filmmaking, in all its greatness and the vast enjoyment it delivers audiences, hasn’t always been around to give people a momentary escape.

Before filmmaking came into existence, people spent their days reading books, stageplays, listening to the radio, or simply creating their own art forms. All of which are great ways to spend their time, as some of these hobbies led to the inspiration for some of the greatest cinematic masterpieces known to date.

In that’s beauty in it all; the first films ever made haven't relied on technological innovations such as CGI, Green Screen, or time-consuming post-production tweaks; they’ve relied on the soul of what makes great films: the story and its characters. This early form of filmmaking is now categorized as Americans Film Classics.

From Kane’s journey in climbing the corporate latter in Citizen Kane, following Alex’s unwilling redemption in A Clockwork Orange, to seeing Charlie wander through the chocolate factory in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, audiences have seen the best and worst of humanity through early filmmaking.

These stories are so rich in their storytelling context that they remain fan favorites amongst filmgoers of all ages, knowing their names through a simple quotation from their scripts.

If you fall into this category of film classic aficionados, can you name all of these American Film Classics?

Question 1

What's this Film Classic's name?

In this classic, Audrey Hepburn's character gives us a tour of her life as she strolls through the streets of New City in 1960's. She portrays a vivacious socialite with no cares in the world, pondering the complexities of life as she stands on Fifth Avenue with a cup of coffee and pastry each morning. This all changes when she meets Paul Varjak, her new upstairs neighbor who becomes fascinated with her 'no strings attached' lifestyle. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 2

What's this Film Classic's name?

This movie is the first film to be shot in color through Techinicolor. Its plot follows a teenage girl who after surviving a random, natural disaster finds herself in a whole new world. Determined to return home, she embarks on a quest to meet an all-powerful, wish-granting magician. Along her journey, she’s joined by all sorts of mythical creatures, all of which have their own reasons for wanting to meet this magical being as well. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 3

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film is one of Julie Andrews’ most beloved works, with parents still showing it to their children to this day. Its plot follows The Banks, a family whose children are constantly being cared for by a nanny. When their most recent nanny quits on the spot, Mr. Banks takes it upon himself to find a firmer sitter. What the family gets instead is a woman descending from the sky who offers them a much needed balance in their relationship. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 4

What's this Film Classic's name?

This movie is James Dean's second film and has him on top of his game. In it he portrays Jim, a troublesome teen who is always getting into fights with his family. One day he's arrested for a petty crime and meets Judy and Plato, two other teenagers with similar family problems. After some initial conflict between them due to Judy's circle of friends, Judy and Jim become friends and fall in love. Though not everything ends happily, Jim manages to mend his family relationship and introduces his parents to Judy. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 5

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film stars Humphrey Bogart in what's considered by many to be one of the greatest love stories of all time. Its plot follows two ex-lovers that cross paths again during the backdrop of WWII. At first, Bogart's character is deeply resentful of his former love as he believes she abandoned him. But as the story unfolds, they both clear up their past misunderstanding and realize their love is ill-fated. Bogart's character ultimately makes a life-threatening sacrifice in the name of love. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 6

What's this Film Classic's name?

This movie is James Dean's first starring role and it launched his career in a skyrocketing manner. Its plot is based on the second half of a popular John Steinbeck novel with Dean portraying Cal Trask, a man who suffers from low self-esteem as he lives in the shadow of his brother, Aron. Aron has everything; his father's approval, a promising education, and a humble girlfriend named Abra. But Cal soon begins to form a strong bond with Abra that causes grave consequences for the Trask family. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 7

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film also stars Julie Andrews in another popular musical. In it she portrays Maria, a young woman studying to take her vows as a nun. Due to Maria's free spirit, the mother Abbess at her Abbey sends her to assist a retired naval captain in raising his children. Once there, Maria teaches the children a new appreciation for life and shows them a happiness unlike any other, slowly winning over their father as well. What’s this Film Classic's name?

Question 8

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film is an adaptation of one of Anthony Burgess's most controversial novels and remains one of Stanley Kubrick's most iconic films. Its plot follows Alex, a troublemaking youth living in a dystopian future. After one of his criminal acts goes too far, he's imprisoned for a few years before being given an option: becoming a test subject for a conditioning treatment for criminals. He accepts and immediately suffers the consequences as everyone he's harmed takes their revenge. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 9

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film is the modern day version of "Romeo and Juliet". Its plot follows the feud between two enemy gangs as they constantly battle it out in Manhattan. Just like the Shakespearean tale, two members of each gang fall in love. Maria meets Tony (this movie's version of Romeo and Juliet) at a dance and they fall in love at first sight, starting a secret romance immediately after. Unfortunately, the tension between the opposing gangs leads to a tragic finale for one of the two. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 10

What's this Film Classic's name?

This is one of the best-known horror flicks in American film history. Its plot follows an escaped mental patient who's been locked up for over fifteen years, but one night decides he's going to go back home. Once there, he goes on a massive spree destroying everyone in his path. The only person capable of stopping him is his psychiatrist, a man who after years of treating him concludes his former patient is plain evil. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 11

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film is one Alfred Hitchcock’s most iconic films and one of the first horror movies to truly shock audiences to their core. It’s told through two stories; the first follows a secretary who in hopes of eloping steals a large sum of money from her boss. When she stops to spend the night at a motel in the middle of nowhere, she meets a tragic end as she's getting ready for bed. The story then shifts focus to her sister who goes to the motel to investigate. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 12

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film is based on a novel by Ken Kesey and stars Jack Nicholson. In it, Jack Nicholson portrays Randle McMurphy, a criminal who manages to be sent to a mental institution to serve the rest of his jail sentence. Once there, he befriends his fellow housemates and actually begins to care about others aside from himself. Unfortunately for Randle, he strikes up the dislike of the institution’s head nurse which leads to his tragic ending. What’s Film Classic’s name?

Question 13

What's this Film Classic's name?

Again, we have Ms.Hepburn as she stars alongside Albert Finney in this classic rom-com. The two portray Mark and Joana Wallace, a married couple whose relationship is hanging by a thread. The movie is told in a non-linear narrative, jumping back-and-forth from the moment they met, the initial years of their married life, and their extramarital affairs that threaten to end their marriage. By film's finale, the couple realizes they still love each other and agree to work out their differences. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 14

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film is a film adaptation of a popular novella by Charles Webb. Its plot follows Benjamin (Hoffman), a man who returns home to the suburbs after completing his college education. Benjamin soon starts feeling the tension caused by facing the ‘real world’ and to make matters worse, a married woman begins seducing him. When he finally succumbs to her tactics, they live out a secretive romance that ends when Benjamin realizes he's deeply in love with her daughter. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 15

What's this Film Classic's name?

This movie stars Bette Davis and Joan Crawford in one of the final films of their careers. They portray sisters who in their youth were aspiring actresses, but one always took the spotlight while the other fell into the ranks of B-listers. After a car accident, the acclaimed sister (Crawford) becomes paraplegic for life. Years later, the two sisters are living together as they've become has-been actresses, with the less remembered of the two slowly descending into madness. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 16

What's this Film Classic's name?

This movie stars Joan Crawford in the highlighting film of her career, having won an Academy Award for her work on it. Crawford's character is a stay-at-home mom who bakes relentlessly to provide for her two daughters while her husband maintains an affair. As the story progresses, Crawford goes through the ups-and-downs of maintaining a business, a divorce, an arranged second marriage, and almost ending her days in prison, all in the name of good parenting. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 17

What's this Film Classic's name?

This movie is Audrey Hepburn's first leading role and definitely a powerful way to break into the ranks of Hollywood's leading ladies, as she won an Academy Award for her performance. Hepburn gives life to Princess Ann, a young woman who decides to momentarily pause her royal obligations to explore the outside world for a day. In the course of her adventure, she meets a photographer who falls in love with her despite his hidden-agenda. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 18

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film classic is considered one of the greatest film ever made by several fans. Set in the midst of the American Civil War, its plot follows Scarlett O’Hara, a Southern socialite with airs of superiority. Scarlett becomes entangled in two seperate romances, one with her husband and another with her first love. Throughout their love triangle, Scarlett goes through several coming-of-age trials. When Scarlett finally realizes she loves her husband, it proves to be too little too late as he abandons her. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 19

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film was way ahead of its time when it first released, and that in itself made it a complete success amongst viewers. Its plot follows three space travelers on a vague mission. As they investigate the mystery surrounding their voyage, they realize the ship's artificial intelligence system is calling all the shots. The machine soon disposes of the astronauts until only one member remains, leading to a battle between man and one of its greatest creations. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 20

What's this Film Classic's name?

This movie stars Deborah Kerr and Cary Grant in one of the most bitter-sweet romance flicks of the late-50's. Both actors play star-crossed lovers that meet on a cruiser as they're headed back home. After getting to know each other throughout its course, they fall in love and agree to meet again months later if they manage to end their current relationships. But after a tragic accident, their meeting is temporarily delayed. By the movie's finale, they clear-up all misunderstandings and profess their love for each other. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 21

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film broke all barriers when it released in the late-60's due to its controversial subject matter. Its plot follows a couple that visits the woman's parents one evening, planning to reveal their marriage plans. Though the girl thinks everything will go smoothly due to her parents' progressive mentality, the opposite results and tensions rise between the couple and the in-laws. Ultimately, the woman's parents accept their daughter's decision and they all sit down for supper. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 22

What's this Film Classic's name?

This is one of the very first American Film Classics and a staple for any film buff. Its plot follows a man who dominates the National Enquirer prior to the stock market crash. Told in a non-linear manner, the story is told through flashbacks and follows him through early adulthood, showing the immoral tactics he uses to rise to the top. From marrying for interest to sensationalizing on current events of the time, this businessman is ruthless from the film's beginning through the end. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 23

What's this Film Classic's name?

This movie's also one of those film classics that broke all barriers in its controversial subject matter. Its plot follows two teachers/best friends, Martha and Karen (portrayed by Shirley MacLaine and Audrey Hepburn) who open an all girl's private school. While most of their students are well-behaved, there's one that takes special joy in tormenting one of her classmates. When Martha punishes her for her actions, the girl creates a vengeful rumor that jeopardizes the careers of both women. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 24

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film stars Gloria Swanson and William Holden, not just going down in history as one of the greatest film ever but also giving fame to one of Los Angeles' major streets. Its plot follows Joe Gillis (Holden), a struggling screenwriter who happens upon Norma Desmond's (Swanson) mansion by chance. Desmond is a faded actress who contratcs Gillis as a script doctor, but eventually develops a toxic dependency on him. When he tries breaking away, things end tragically for both of them. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 25

What's this Film Classic's name?

This Film Classic stars Audrey Hepburn alongside Cary Grant as they play a rather interesting game of 'cat and mouse'. Hepburn portrays Reggie Lambert, a woman who upon returning home from vacation is notified her husband's met an untimely end. To make matters worse, Reggie becomes the target of the same criminals who did away with him, believing she's keeping money he stole from them for herself. When a man (Grant) she met on vacation comes to her rescue, Reggie falls deeper and deeper into a web of lies. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 26

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film classic in an adaptation of a popular stageplay by Tennesse Williams. Its plot follows Blanche (portrayed by Vivien Liegh), a teacher who is forced to move in with her sister's family following a scandal in their hometown. Tensions quickly escalate between Blanche and her brother-in-law, Stanley, a violent man who doesn't take well to her presence. When Stanley discovers Blanche's dark past, he confronts her about it in what turns into a nerve-shattering climax. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 27

What's this Film Classic's name?

Ah, Humphrey Bogart, one of filmmaking's first and best-remembered actors. This film is the adaptation of Dashiell Hammett's popular 1929 novel of the same name. Its plot follows Sam Spade (Bogart), a private investigator who's in charge of tracking dowm a group of criminals at large while dealing with the woman involved with them. This leads Sam to solve the mystery behind a coveted artifact and ultimately doing what's right in the name of the law. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 28

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film also stars Humphrey Bogart in the later years of his career. In it, he portrays Charlie Allnut, a boat captain who is leading sibling missionaries, Rose and Samuel, through German East Africa amidst WW1. When the war breaks out, both missionaries become trapped in the village they are servicing and Samuel passes away. Rose is forced to work alongside Charlie to make their great escape and after some dire situations, they prove invaluable to each other in their survival journey. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 29

What's this Film Classic's name?

This is the trifecta of Bogart films for this quiz, with this one casting him in a completely different light from the previously aforementioned classics. In this story, Bogart portrays a drifter named Fred C. Dobbs who is staying with his friend in Tampico, New Mexico. These two eventually meet Howard, another vagabond that shares a story of becoming rich through exploring the region's mountaintops. Throughout their journey, the prospect of becoming rich begins to take a toll on Dobbs' sanity. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 30

What's this Film Classic's name?

This fIlm is an adaptation of a popular Lorraine Hansberry stageplay. Its plot follows Walter Younger, a limousine driver obsessed with the idea of becoming rich. Walter's family has just received an inheritance from his deceased father and though his mother initially objects, she eventually gives Walter the money needed to invest into a liquor business. When Walter is swindled by his business partners, he must choose between doing what's morally correct or being bought-out from his home by unwelcoming new neighbors. What's this Film Classic's name?

Question 31

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film is also a popular Hitchcock tale and it gives a whole new spin on the simple act of walking out one’s front door. Its plot follows Melanie Daniels (portrayed by Tippi Hedren), a woman who arrives in San Francisco amidst a very odd occurrence. Melanie soon meets a family man and they form a close bond despite the terror unfolding around them. The stakes are raised when some vicious creatures start attacking civilians relentlessly. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 32

What's this Film Classic's name?

This movie follows Audrey Hepburn as she becomes the object of affection between two brothers. In the movie, she portrays a chaufffer's daughter who grows up with two brothers, the only children of a rich family. One day, she returns from studying abroad and the brothers are astonished by her blossoming into a beautiful and intelligent woman. After a battle to win her heart, only one of the brothers succeeds in staying by her side. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 33

What's this Film Classic's name?

This movie stars Warren Beatty and Faye Dunnaway as they portray two of film history’s most iconic anti-heroes. Beatty portrays a small-time crook who while stealing a car one day, accidentally rides off with its owner’s daughter onboard. The woman (Dunnaway) a dissatisfied society girl, decides to join the man and his associates in search of excitement in her life. But little does she realize that as their crimes escalate in seriousness, so does the potential for a catastrophic ending. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 34

What's this Film Classic's name?

This movie stars Natalie Wood alongside Warren Beatty during the prime of their careers. Wood portrays Deanie, a good-natured high schooler who is deeply in love with her boyfriend Bud (Beatty). But societal pressures begin to tear them apart and Bud ends their romance, leading to Deanie's eventual emotional breakdown. Deanie is temporarily sent away from her hometown to recuperate and meets John, a man with his own set of problems whom she bonds with. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 35

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film is an adaptation of a popular stage play by Ernest Lehman and stars Elizabeth Taylor in a powerhouse performance that earned her a second Academy Award. In it she plays Martha, a middle-aged woman married to George, a college professor she constantly berates. When they invite a young couple over for dinner, their strained marriage soon begins to put a damper on the evening and their guests begin to unwilling share their own relationship problems. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 36

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film is the adaptation of a short story by Ernest Hemingway and stars Gregory Peck. Its plot follows Harry Street, a frustrated writer who lays on his deathbed in one of the highest mountain tops in Africa. He’s accompanied by his closest friend Helen, who hopes a helicopter will arrive in time to save Harry’s life. From that point forward, the story is told through flashbacks where Harry’s remembers the events in his life that led to his stagnant career and a past failed relationship. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 37

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film is a cult classic and by many considered one of Hitchcock’s best films. Its plot follows John, a man with a deep fear of heights. When John is hired by a man to follow his wife, who’s been acting strangely and he fears might attempt against her life. Though John is unable to stop the woman from ending her life, he shortly after meets another woman who’s her doppelgänger and they begin a relationship blurring the lines of reality. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 38

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film is another Hitchcock classic and probably one of his only films that's been remade in recent years. Its plot follows Jeff, a photographer who's temporarily confined to his home after breaking his leg. Jeff spends his days spying on pedestrians, neighbors, and just about anyone walking down the street. One night, Jeff hears a scream from the apartment of one of the people whose life he's tuned into and begins to suspect foul play. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 39

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film follows Barbara Streisand in one of her most memorable portrayals. Streisand portrays Fanny, a vaudevillian actress who juggles her acting aspirations while maintaining a budding romance with a man named Nicky. After years of running into each other randomly and sharing romantic moments, Fanny and Nicky finally get married. Fanny abandons her career to focus on her marriage, but when Nicky’s pride and crimes get in the way, they separate in a bittersweet finale. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 40

What's this Film Classic's name?

This movie’s one of the few musicals Audrey Hepburn did throughout her career. Its plot follows a fashion photographer who becomes mesmerized by Jo Stockton (Hepburn) after accidentally photographing her one evening. As part of his plan to find a new and more sophisticated look for the magazine he’s contracted by, the photographer sets out to make Jo embrace her inner beauty. This leads the pair to travel through Paris where they fall in love. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 41

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film stars Audrey Hepburn in one of the most physical demanding roles of her career. In it she portrays Sister Luke, a young woman who’s recently taken her religious vows amidst WW2. During one of her first assignments, she’s sent to the Belgian Congo to assist as a nurse to war victims. After battling a life-threatening illness, constantly questioning her faith, and receiving the news of her father’s passing, Sister Luke asks to be relieved from her vows. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 42

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film stars Marilyn Monroe alongside Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon. Its plot follows two men (Curtis and Lemmon) who after witnessing a crime by a group of mobsters, disguise themselves as women aboard a train heading to Florida. As part of their disguise, they join a musical band where they meet Sugar Kane (Monroe), its lead singer and a woman who quickly wins one of their hearts. After a heated pursuit by the mobsters, the two men finally reveal themselves to Sugar and everyone gets their happy ending. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 43

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film is often referred to as “The Hitchcock film to end all Hitchcock films”. Its plot follows Roger Thornhill, a man who’s accidentally confused to be a certain “George Kaplan.” When he’s kidnapped by a group of mobsters after Kaplan, Thornhill is caught in a game of ‘cat and mouse’ where he's constantly running to save his life. He’s eventually helped by Eve Kendall, a woman he becomes drawn to but discovers has a hidden agenda. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 44

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film also stars Jack Nicholson, but this time around he’s the one in pursuit of criminals. Set in 1970’s Los Angeles, Nicholson portrays a private eye named Jake. Jake is hired by Mrs. Mulwray to follow her husband without giving much reasons to the assignment. Jake initially believes it’s an infedility case, but after meeting the real Mrs.Mulwray and discovering Mr.Mulwray's met an unexpected demise, Jake begins to suspect a bigger scheme is at hand. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

Question 45

What's this Film Classic's name?

This film is based on a popular Broadway musical and stars Audrey Hepburn alongside Rex Harrison. Its plot follows Eliza Doolittle (Hepburn), a Cockney woman who aspires to work in a flower shop but her speech pattern and rough-looking exterior stand in her way. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she meets Henry Higgins, a phonetics professor who believes he can refine her into a respectable member of society. When Henry succeeds, he realizes that life without Eliza just isn’t the same. What’s this Film Classic’s name?

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