Which decade was this comedy movie released? Quiz

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Get ready to embark on a laugh-out-loud journey through time with our nostalgia-inducing quiz: Which decade was this comedy movie released? Comedy, the genre that has brightened our screens and lightened our hearts for generations, has seen a multitude of transformations over the decades. This quiz is not just about testing your cinematic knowledge, it’s about exploring the hilarious twists and turns of comedic expression throughout the past century.

From the slapstick hilarity of the 60s, the satirical masterpieces of the 70s, the outrageous screwball comedies of the 80s, to the cleverly written rom-coms of the 90s, each decade offered its unique blend of humor, reflective of the era’s societal trends and cultural shifts. This quiz is a jovial journey through these periods, a tribute to the side-splitting films that have become cornerstones of the comedy genre.

Whether you’re a fan of the absurd humor of Monty Python, the iconic parodies of Mel Brooks, the irreverent comedies of John Hughes, or the quirky tales of Wes Anderson, this quiz has something to tickle everyone’s funny bone. It’s not just a challenge, but also a celebration of the comedy genre, spotlighting the rich diversity and evolution of humor on the big screen.

This comedic voyage is bound to bring back memories of the first time you laughed until you cried at the movies. Each question will whisk you away to a different era, recalling the comic genius of leading stars, memorable one-liners, and unforgettable comedic moments that have engraved themselves into film history.

Join us as we navigate through the vibrant history of comedy cinema. Test your knowledge, jog your memory, and enjoy the laughs along the way. This quiz promises a fun-filled exploration of the movies that have brought us joy and laughter over the decades. No matter your score, the journey itself guarantees plenty of smiles. Ready to reminisce and laugh? Lights, camera, action! Let’s dive into this amusing cinematic history together.

Which decade was this comedy movie released?

Questions

  1. Airplane!
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  2. Some Like It Hot
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  3. Home Alone
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  4. Mrs. Doubtfire
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  5. Monty Python and the Holy Grail
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  6. The Nutty Professor (Jerry Lewis)
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  7. Dumb and Dumber
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  8. The Pink Panther (Peter Sellers)
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  9. Animal House
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  10. Groundhog Day
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  11. Beverly Hills Cop
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  12. Caddyshack
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  13. There’s Something About Mary
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  14. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  15. Clueless
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  16. The Graduate
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90
  1. Blazing Saddles
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  2. Ghostbusters
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  3. The Princess Bride
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  4. Office Space
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  5. The Jerk
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  6. This Is Spinal Tap
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  7. National Lampoon’s Vacation
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  8. Wayne’s World
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s
  9. The Big Lebowski
    • a) 60s
    • b) 70s
    • c) 80s
    • d) 90s

Answers

  1. Airplane! – b) 70s (1980)
  2. Some Like It Hot – a) 60s (Well, 1959, close enough!)
  3. Home Alone – d) 90s (1990)
  4. Mrs. Doubtfire – d) 90s (1993)
  5. Monty Python and the Holy Grail – b) 70s (1975)
  6. The Nutty Professor (Jerry Lewis) – a) 60s (1963)
  7. Dumb and Dumber – d) 90s (1994)
  8. The Pink Panther (Peter Sellers) – a) 60s (1963)
  9. Animal House – b) 70s (1978)
  10. Groundhog Day – d) 90s (1993)
  11. Beverly Hills Cop – c) 80s (1984)
  12. Caddyshack – b) 70s (1980)
  13. There’s Something About Mary – d) 90s (1998)
  14. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off – c) 80s (1986)
  15. Clueless – d) 90s (1995)
  16. The Graduate – a) 60s (1967)
  17. Blazing Saddles – b) 70s (1974)
  18. Ghostbusters – c) 80s (1984)
  19. The Princess Bride – c) 80s (1987)
  20. Office Space – d) 90s (1999)
  21. The Jerk – b) 70s (1979)
  22. This Is Spinal Tap – c) 80s (1984)
  23. National Lampoon’s Vacation – c) 80s (1983)
  24. Wayne’s World – d) 90s (1992)
  25. The Big Lebowski – d) 90s (1998)

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