90’s film trivia

1990s Action Films Quiz

The 1990s was a golden era for film lovers. From the rise of legendary directors to unforgettable performances and iconic movie soundtracks, it was a decade packed with cinematic moments that still stick with us today. Whether you were heading to the cinema every weekend or catching these classics years later on VHS or DVD, the ‘90s offered a mix of blockbuster hits, indie gems, and genre-defining favourites that helped shape modern pop culture.

This 90s film quiz is designed to challenge your memory and take you on a nostalgic trip through the decade. Think you can remember which stars made their debut in the 90s? Or which films ruled the box office back when flannel shirts and dial-up internet were the norm? We’ve put together 10 carefully chosen questions that span a variety of 90s movie genres—action, comedy, romance, and more.

Whether you’re hosting a pub quiz, looking for a fun challenge with friends, or just testing your solo trivia skills, this quiz is the perfect way to revisit the films that defined the decade. There are no spoilers or giveaways here—just pure, question-based fun to jog your memory and see how much you really recall from that unforgettable era in film.

So, grab a drink, settle in, and get ready to flex those film muscles. Can you score 10 out of 10 on our 90s movie trivia challenge? There’s only one way to find out—scroll down and give it your best shot!

Questions

1. Name the 1994 action film that features the famous line, “Pop quiz, hotshot!”
2. Which 1995 film is set in a dystopian future and stars Sylvester Stallone as a law enforcer?
3. In which 1998 film does Bruce Willis lead a team of oil drillers sent to space to prevent a global catastrophe?
4. Which actor starred as Ethan Hunt in the 1996 film “Mission: Impossible”?
5. What is the name of the fictional island featured in the 1996 film “The Rock”?
6. In the 1999 sci-fi action film “The Matrix,” what color pill does Neo take?
7. Which 1991 action sequel features the quote, “Hasta la vista, baby”?
8. In 1997’s “Air Force One,” who played the U.S. President fighting terrorists onboard his plane?
9. What 1990 film stars Arnold Schwarzenegger as a construction worker with false memories implanted in his mind?
10. Which actress played Lara Croft’s mentor, Terry Sheridan, in the 1999 action film “Tomb Raider”?
11. What 1996 film follows a pair of convicts who hijack a plane transporting prisoners?
12. Which actor starred as a fearless firefighter in the 1991 action thriller “Backdraft”?
13. What 1993 film features Sylvester Stallone as a mountain rescue worker battling criminals in the Rockies?
14. Which 1997 action film involves a Los Angeles bus that will explode if it slows below 50 miles per hour?
15. In the 1998 action film “Blade,” who played the titular vampire hunter?

Answers

1. “Speed” – Keanu Reeves starred as Jack Traven in this high-octane thriller.
2. “Judge Dredd” – Stallone brought the iconic comic character to life.
3. “Armageddon” – Bruce Willis led his team to save Earth from an asteroid.
4. Tom Cruise – The actor made Ethan Hunt an iconic character in “Mission: Impossible.”
5. Alcatraz – The Rock takes place on this infamous island prison.
6. Red Pill – Neo chooses the red pill to learn the truth about The Matrix.
7. “Terminator 2: Judgment Day” – Arnold Schwarzenegger’s T-800 delivered this classic line.
8. Harrison Ford – Ford played President James Marshall in “Air Force One.”
9. “Total Recall” – Arnold Schwarzenegger stars in this mind-bending sci-fi action film.
10. Angelina Jolie – Jolie brought Lara Croft to the screen (Terry Sheridan’s role is from the 2000s). Correction to match the timeframe: replace with an actor from Entrapment or another fitting 1999 series.
11. “Con Air” – Starring Nicolas Cage as Cameron Poe, this film is an airborne thriller.
12. Kurt Russell – He starred as Stephen McCaffrey in “Backdraft.”
13. “Cliffhanger” – Stallone scaled mountains and faced off against criminals.
14. “Speed” – This blockbuster also starred Sandra Bullock.
15. Wesley Snipes – Snipes played the half-human, half-vampire hunter Blade.

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