Posts tagged with Actors & Actresses

What was the first movie Johnny Depp appeared in?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 7, 2025

Back in the '80s Johnny Depp was just another guitarist playing LA clubs with his band The Kids. Which movie kicked off his reluctant acting career?

Who was the only actor in "The Lord of the Rings" to meet J.R.R. Tolkien?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 3, 2025

When Peter Jackson assembled his cast for "The Lord of the Rings," most had only read Tolkien's books. But only one actor could claim they'd actually met the master of Middle-earth himself. Which member of Jackson's cast had this unique connection?

Who was originally cast to play Aragorn in "The Lord of the Rings"?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 27, 2024

Peter Jackson's "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy stands as one of cinema's greatest achievements, with Viggo Mortensen's portrayal of Aragorn becoming iconic. Who was originally meant to lead the forces of good against Sauron?

Who starred as the twins in the remake of "The Parent Trap"?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 18, 2024

While remakes often feel like cynical cash grabs, its remake of "The Parent Trap" managed to capture lightning in a bottle, thanks to its lead actress. Who was the fresh-faced star who pulled double duty in this update of "The Parent Trap"?

Which actress played Esther Anderson in "Sanford and Son"?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 17, 2024

In the world of sitcom rivalries, few match-ups were as legendary as Fred Sanford versus his sister-in-law Esther. Who was the actress who brought this unforgettable character to life on "Sanford and Son"?

Who was originally cast to play Molly Brown in "Titanic"?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 11, 2024

Before Kathy Bates charmed audiences in "Titanic" as the "Unsinkable" Molly Brown, another powerhouse performer was set to bring this larger-than-life survivor to life. Which star nearly stepped into those first-class shoes?

Who voiced Mrs. Potts in "Beauty and the Beast"?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 2, 2024

Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" brought magic to life through unforgettable characters like Mrs. Potts. Who brought our favorite animated housekeeper to life?

Which rockstar was the inspiration for Jack Sparrow?

By Nerdy Trivia | November 30, 2024

Pirates and rock stars have more in common than you might think. Both live outside the law, both have a thing for treasure, and both somehow survive against impossible odds. But which hard-living musician became the blueprint for Captain Jack Sparrow?

Who is the youngest person to win an Oscar?

By Nerdy Trivia | November 25, 2024

Back in 1973, while most kids were mastering hopscotch, one young actor was busy making Oscar history. Which rising star became the youngest to win an Academy Award?

In “Back to the Future,” who was originally cast as Marty McFly?

By Nerdy Trivia | November 16, 2024

When "Back to the Future" zoomed into theaters in 1985, Michael J. Fox seemed born to play Marty McFly. But Fox wasn't the first actor to don that iconic down vest. So who originally hopped behind the wheel of that DeLorean?

Which character from "Friends" had a twin sister named Ursula?

By Nerdy Trivia | November 8, 2024

On NBC's "Friends," one character's evil twin sister existed purely to make their life miserable. Which friend was cursed with this chaos-causing double?

"Psycho" star Janet Leigh is the mother of which actress?

By Nerdy Trivia | October 31, 2024

Janet Leigh's portrayal of Marion Crane in "Psycho" became an iconic moment in horror history. But which celebrated actress can claim this scream queen as her mother?

Who voices Moses in "The Prince of Egypt"?

By Nerdy Trivia | October 29, 2024

In 1998, DreamWorks Animation took on the monumental task of bringing the Exodus story to animated life with "The Prince of Egypt." Which actor would bring Moses from hieroglyph to life?

What is Lady Gaga's real name?

By Nerdy Trivia | October 26, 2024

Lady Gaga spent a decade letting music critics debate whether she was a pop genius or attention addict. But what name is written on the birth certificate of pop's weirdest chameleon?

Which major Hollywood star was NOT considered for the lead role in "The Mummy"?

By Nerdy Trivia | October 9, 2024

It’s hard to believe it’s been a quarter of a century since Brendan Fraser portrayed the bumbling yet tough adventurer Rick O'Connell in a remake of "The Mummy"