Today's Trivia Questions

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Which 2004 animated fantasy film from Studio Ghibli, directed by Hayao Miyazaki, tells the story of Sophie, a young woman cursed with old age who finds refuge in a magical, walking castle belonging to a powerful wizard?

10

Paul McCartney's song, "Hey Jude," was dedicated to and named for which young person?

57

Which iconic filmmaker known for 'Blue Velvet' and 'Twin Peaks' passed away in 2025 at age 78?

8

What Italian phrase used in music means 'from the beginning'?

51

What is the title of the science fiction film released in March 2026, starring Ryan Gosling as a scientist on a mission to save Earth's dying sun?

17

Which 2024 Jonathan Glazer film won the Oscar for Best International Feature?

10

The capital and largest city of Zaire is which of the following: Harare, Mombasa, or Kinshasa?

1

When students graduate from the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, they can join the Navy as officers at which rank?

3

One brother was first person to win Grammy awards for both classical and jazz recordings, the other hosted the band for the Tonight Show with Jay Leno. Who are these brothers?

17

Which long-running British chat show, hosted by an Irish comedian, is famous for its 'red chair' segment where guests recount embarrassing stories before potentially being flipped off?

18

The films The Bridges at Toko-Ri, the Manchurian Candidate, and MAS*H were all related to the same war. Which one?

21

What ancient structure, believed to be part of the temple of Pharaoh Apries, was unearthed at Tel Aziz, ancient Memphis, in February 2026?

15

The 1990 film, Reversal of Fortune, was a film about attorney Alan Dershowitz defending an arrogant man accused of murdering his wife. Name the husband and wife.

15

What is the French phrase for the overthrow of an existing government by a small group of people?

60

The 2025 earthquake near Mandalay struck during which religious prayer time, causing the collapse of many mosques?