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1. Which of these movies did not star John Candy?

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The Out-Of-Towners is the correct answer because this movie did not star John Candy. The other three movies, Only The Lonely, Planes, Trains And Automobiles, and Uncle Buck, all featured John Candy as part of the cast.

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2. In "Vacation" the Griswold's went to Wally World, who is the park's mascot?

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In the movie "Vacation," the Griswold family goes on a trip to Wally World, an amusement park. The park's mascot, as mentioned in the question, is Marty Moose.

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3. Which comic actor starred in "Foul Play"?

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Chevy Chase starred in the movie "Foul Play."

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4. What 1970 film had Rex Reed transforming into Raquel Welch?

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In the film "Myra Breckinridge", Rex Reed undergoes a transformation into Raquel Welch. This suggests that the character played by Rex Reed goes through a physical and possibly even a gender transformation in the movie. The other options, "Help", "The Misfits", and "Candy" do not involve Rex Reed transforming into Raquel Welch, making "Myra Breckinridge" the correct answer.

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5. What rating did the movie "The Wedding Planner" receive from the MPAA?

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"The Wedding Planner" received a rating of Pg-13 from the MPAA. This rating indicates that some material may be inappropriate for children under 13 years old, and parental guidance is suggested. The movie may contain moderate violence, some sexual content, and mild language, making it suitable for teenage audiences.

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6. Jack Lemmon's character in "Mister Roberts"?

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Ensign Pulver is the correct answer because in the film "Mister Roberts," Jack Lemmon portrays the character Ensign Pulver. The title "Ensign" indicates that he holds the rank of an officer in the Navy. This is supported by the fact that the other options, Sargent Pulver, Corporal Pulver, and Cadet Pulver, all suggest different ranks or positions in the military that do not align with Lemmon's character in the movie.

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7. What was Chevy Chase's character name in the movie "Seems Like Old Times"?

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In the movie "Seems Like Old Times," Chevy Chase's character is named Nicholas J. Gardenia.

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8. In which of these movies did Aretha Franklin sing a new version of "R*E*S*P*E*C*T"?

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In the movie "Blues Brothers 2000," Aretha Franklin sang a new version of "R*E*S*P*E*C*T."

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9. Who did not appear in the film "Glengarry Glen Ross"?

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Billy Baldwin did not appear in the film "Glengarry Glen Ross". The other three actors, Al Pacino, Jack Lemmon, and Kevin Spacey, did appear in the film.

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10. In the movie "Spice World" which Spice Girl got kissed by an alien?

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In the movie "Spice World," Geri H., also known as Ginger Spice, gets kissed by an alien. This information is not explicitly stated in the question, but it is implied based on the given answer options. Mel C, Melanie B, and Emma B are the other members of the Spice Girls, so the only remaining option is Geri H.

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11. In what movie does Steve Martin play a down on his luck producer?

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In the movie "Bowfinger," Steve Martin portrays a down-on-his-luck producer named Bobby Bowfinger. The film follows Bowfinger's desperate attempts to make a low-budget movie with a famous actor, played by Eddie Murphy, without his knowledge or consent. Steve Martin's character is constantly facing misfortune and financial struggles, which aligns with the description given in the question.

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12. Which film had Anthony Edwards, John Goodman and Curtis Armstrong?

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The film "Revenge Of The Nerds" had Anthony Edwards, John Goodman, and Curtis Armstrong.

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13. Who plays the role of Ducky in, "Pretty in Pink"?

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Jon Cryer plays the role of Ducky in the movie "Pretty in Pink."

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14. In the movie "White Christmas", where does General Waverly have a winter ski resort?

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In the movie "White Christmas," General Waverly has a winter ski resort in Vermont. This is evident from the setting and various scenes throughout the film, which showcase the snowy landscapes and ski activities typically associated with Vermont.

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15. In what film was the main character known as "The rock and roll detective"?

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The correct answer is "The Adventures Of Ford Fairlane." In this film, the main character is known as "The rock and roll detective."

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16. Three of these actors appeared in the dark comedy Dr. Strangelove. Which actor is not in this acclaimed Stanley Kubrick film?

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Kirk Douglas is not in the acclaimed Stanley Kubrick film, Dr. Strangelove. While Peter Sellers, George C. Scott, and Slim Pickens all appeared in the dark comedy, Kirk Douglas did not have a role in the film.

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17. Who replaced Wesley Snipes as Willie Mays Hayes in "Major League 2"?

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Omar Epps replaced Wesley Snipes as Willie Mays Hayes in "Major League 2".

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18. What phrase used in "The Animal" was also used in "Deuce Bigallow: Male Gigolo"?

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The phrase "That's A Huge Bitch" was used in both "The Animal" and "Deuce Bigallow: Male Gigolo".

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19. Who did the artwork for comic book characters "Bluntman & Chronic"?

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Mike Allred is the correct answer because he is a renowned comic book artist who has worked on various popular titles. He is particularly known for his work on "Madman" and "X-Statix." Allred's unique artistic style and ability to capture the essence of characters make him a suitable choice for creating the artwork for the comic book characters "Bluntman & Chronic."

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20. What films are playing on the screen throughout the film "Drive-In"?

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The correct answer is Troma Films. In the film "Drive-In," the films playing on the screen are Troma Films.

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21. Of these 1974 movie releases, which one had the biggest box office that year?

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"The Towering Inferno" had the biggest box office in 1974 compared to the other movie releases mentioned.

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22. What movie featured a girl band that included Justine Bateman and Julia Roberts?

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The correct answer is Mystic Pizza. Mystic Pizza is a 1988 coming-of-age film that follows the lives of three young women working at a pizza parlor in Mystic, Connecticut. The girl band in the movie includes Justine Bateman and Julia Roberts, among other actresses.

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23. Which tennis star made a cameo appearance in "Me, Myself & Irene"?

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Anna Kournikova made a cameo appearance in the film "Me, Myself & Irene."

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24. In "Beverly Hills Cop II" what role did Chris Rock play?

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Chris Rock played the role of a parking valet in the movie "Beverly Hills Cop II".

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25. Which of these actors had not been nominated for an Academy Award through 2006?

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Steve Martin had not been nominated for an Academy Award through 2006. This means that he did not receive a nomination for any of his performances in films up until that year. However, the other actors listed - Woody Allen, Nicolas Cage, and Brad Pitt - had been nominated for an Academy Award at some point before 2006.

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26. What movie starred Goldie Hawn, Woody Harrelson, and Wesley Snipes?

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The correct answer is Wildcats. This movie starred Goldie Hawn, Woody Harrelson, and Wesley Snipes.

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27. What Howard Stern videotape came packaged with 3D glasses?

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The correct answer is Butt Bongo Fiesta. This is because Butt Bongo Fiesta is a videotape by Howard Stern that came packaged with 3D glasses.

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28. Which of the following Don Knotts comedies features the comedian in a mostly animated role?

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The correct answer is The Incredible Mr. Limpet. In this comedy, Don Knotts plays the role of Henry Limpet, a man who turns into a fish and helps the U.S. Navy during World War II. The majority of the film features animated sequences, with Knotts' character being portrayed as an animated fish.

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29. In "Glengarry Glen Ross", what was 2nd prize in the sales contest?

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In the movie "Glengarry Glen Ross," the second prize in the sales contest was a set of steak knives. This suggests that the sales contest had multiple prizes, with the set of steak knives being the second-best reward. It adds a competitive element to the plot, as the characters strive to win the top prize while also hoping to avoid ending up with just a set of steak knives as their reward.

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30. What was Molly Ringwald's character's name in "Sixteen Candles"?

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In the movie "Sixteen Candles," Molly Ringwald's character is named Samantha.

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Which of these movies did not star John Candy?
In "Vacation" the Griswold's went to Wally World, who is the park's...
Which comic actor starred in "Foul Play"?
What 1970 film had Rex Reed transforming into Raquel Welch?
What rating did the movie "The Wedding Planner" receive from the MPAA?
Jack Lemmon's character in "Mister Roberts"?
What was Chevy Chase's character name in the movie "Seems Like Old...
In which of these movies did Aretha Franklin sing a new version of...
Who did not appear in the film "Glengarry Glen Ross"?
In the movie "Spice World" which Spice Girl got kissed by an alien?
In what movie does Steve Martin play a down on his luck producer?
Which film had Anthony Edwards, John Goodman and Curtis Armstrong?
Who plays the role of Ducky in, "Pretty in Pink"?
In the movie "White Christmas", where does General Waverly have a...
In what film was the main character known as "The rock and roll...
Three of these actors appeared in the dark comedy Dr. Strangelove....
Who replaced Wesley Snipes as Willie Mays Hayes in "Major League 2"?
What phrase used in "The Animal" was also used in "Deuce Bigallow:...
Who did the artwork for comic book characters "Bluntman & Chronic"?
What films are playing on the screen throughout the film "Drive-In"?
Of these 1974 movie releases, which one had the biggest box office...
What movie featured a girl band that included Justine Bateman and...
Which tennis star made a cameo appearance in "Me, Myself & Irene"?
In "Beverly Hills Cop II" what role did Chris Rock play?
Which of these actors had not been nominated for an Academy Award...
What movie starred Goldie Hawn, Woody Harrelson, and Wesley Snipes?
What Howard Stern videotape came packaged with 3D glasses?
Which of the following Don Knotts comedies features the comedian in a...
In "Glengarry Glen Ross", what was 2nd prize in the sales contest?
What was Molly Ringwald's character's name in "Sixteen Candles"?
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