How well do you know the Academy Awards? Dive into the fascinating history and records of the Oscars and see how much of a cinema aficionado you are. Much like classic films, each Oscar ceremony is a time capsule, providing insight into cinema’s evolution over the years.
Each award winner has a unique story that often reflects broader trends in the industry. From groundbreaking achievements to surprising snubs, the ceremonies tell a tale of ambition, creativity, and recognition. These historical trivia questions will challenge your knowledge of one of Hollywood’s most prestigious events.
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What is the most Oscar awards given to a single man in the history of the Academy Award?
29
29
22
22
12
12
42
42
Out of the nine nominations, how many awards did ‘Citizen Kane’ (1941) actually win?
3
3
9
9
1
1
5
5
Which of the following 1970’s film won the big 5 Oscars?
The Great Gatsby (1974)
The Great Gatsby (1974)
The Godfather (1972)
The Godfather (1972)
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (1975)
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (1975)
Grease (1978)
Grease (1978)
How many Oscars did ‘The Irishman’ (2019) win?
0
0
6
6
4
4
3
3
Which two years did the Academy Awards awarded two Best Director Oscars?
1976 & 1988
1976 & 1988
2019 & 1929
2019 & 1929
1961 & 2007
1961 & 2007
1995 & 1999
1995 & 1999
Which film won the Academy Award for ‘Best Picture’ in 1972?
The Godfather
The Godfather
The Emigrants
The Emigrants
Cabaret
Cabaret
Deliverance
Deliverance
Which film franchise is the only one to win the Best Picture Oscar twice?
Godfather
Godfather
Lord of the Rings
Lord of the Rings
Ghostbusters
Ghostbusters
Fast & Furious
Fast & Furious
How many Oscars did ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ (2008) win at the 81st Academy Awards in 2009?
8
8
1
1
3
3
5
5
How many films won 3 Oscars for acting?
9
9
7
7
4
4
2
2
How many Oscar nominations did ‘American Beauty’ (1999) receive?
8
8
9
9
6
6
4
4
Which Director won the most Best Director Oscars?
Alfred Hitchcock
Alfred Hitchcock
James Cameron
James Cameron
John Ford
John Ford
Clint Eastwood
Clint Eastwood
Which of the film is the longest running film time to win the Oscar for Best Picture?
Lawrence of Arabia (1962)
Lawrence of Arabia (1962)
Gone with the Wind (1939)
Gone with the Wind (1939)
The Irishman (2019)
The Irishman (2019)
Marty (1955)
Marty (1955)
What is the most Oscar awards given to a single woman in the history of the Academy Award?
15
15
5
5
2
2
8
8
Walt Disney also holds the most Oscars. How many does he have?
11
11
14
14
17
17
22
22
Regarded as one of the greatest films of all time, how many nominations did ‘Citizen Kane’ (1941) receive in the 14th Academy Awards in 1942?
4
4
13
13
9
9
5
5
How many of the 8 Oscar nominations did ‘American Beauty’ (1999) win?
0
0
5
5
3
3
7
7
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