Posts tagged with Comedies

Which of these shows wasn't an "All in the Family" spin-off?

Which of these shows wasn't an "All in the Family" spin-off?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 16, 2025

"All in the Family" spawned an entire universe of TV shows in the 1970s. Can you spot which show never actually spun off from the Bunker household?

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What state is "South Park" set in?

What state is "South Park" set in?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 15, 2025

The crude construction paper animation and fourth-grade adventures of Stan, Kyle, Kenny, and Cartman have entertained audiences since 1997. What state is the quirky town of "South Park" located?

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What NYC deli was featured in "When Harry Met Sally"?

What NYC deli was featured in "When Harry Met Sally"?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 14, 2025

That infamous "I'll have what she's having" from "When Harry Met Sally" made film history and turned a Manhattan deli into an instant tourist destination. Which historic New York City delicatessen played host to this iconic scene?

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How much money does Dr. Evil demand in the first Austin Powers movie?

How much money does Dr. Evil demand in the first Austin Powers movie?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 11, 2025

In "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery," Dr. Evil returns from a 30-year deep freeze to find his criminal empire has become a legitimate business worth billions. How much does he demand from the UN?

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What is the housekeeper's name in "The Brady Bunch"?

What is the housekeeper's name in "The Brady Bunch"?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 10, 2025

Everyone remembers the Brady family's trusty housekeeper serving up witty one-liners and endless plates of meatloaf. Can you recall the name of this beloved character who kept the Brady house in order?

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Which show was the first to show a toilet on TV?

Which show was the first to show a toilet on TV?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 5, 2025

Barbie has been everything from an astronaut to a zoologist, but one particular version sparked such a craze that it sold over 10 million units worldwide. Which special edition Barbie reigns supreme as the all-time bestseller?

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What planet is Mork from in "Mork & Mindy"?

What planet is Mork from in "Mork & Mindy"?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 2, 2025

In 1978, an alien named Mork turned TV upside down by drinking with his finger, sleeping standing on his head, and greeting everyone with "Na-nu Na-nu." Among all the stars and planets, where did this weird character call home?

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What was Newman’s job in Seinfeld?

What was Newman’s job in Seinfeld?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 28, 2024

Jerry's nemesis Newman lurked around their apartment building like a scheming shadow, popping up at the worst moments to cause chaos. What did Newman do for a living?

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What war was "M*A*S*H" set during?

What war was "M*A*S*H" set during?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 28, 2024

Few TV shows managed to blend comedy and commentary quite like "MAS*H" during its 1972-1983 run. Which 20th-century war provided the backdrop for this groundbreaking series?

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What is the longest-running scripted primetime TV show?

What is the longest-running scripted primetime TV show?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 27, 2024

TV networks are notoriously quick to cancel shows that don't immediately find their audience. Among all scripted shows in television primetime history, which one has lasted the longest?

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What year did Adam Sandler first perform "The Chanukah Song"?

What year did Adam Sandler first perform "The Chanukah Song"?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 25, 2024

Jewish kids in the 90s had zero holiday songs to call their own until SNL's resident goofball, Adam Sandler, grabbed a guitar and decided to fix that.

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Where are the McAllisters going on vacation in "Home Alone"?

Where are the McAllisters going on vacation in "Home Alone"?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 25, 2024

"Home Alone" kicks off with the world's most chaotic family vacation prep. The next morning's oversleeping disaster leads to the mother of all travel mishaps, but what was their destination?

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What gift does Ralphie want in "A Christmas Story"?

What gift does Ralphie want in "A Christmas Story"?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 25, 2024

Poor Ralphie Parker. This kid has one Christmas dream and everyone keeps shooting it down. What exactly is the gift that Ralphie desperately wants in a "A Christmas Story"?

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What was the first show filmed with a live studio audience?

What was the first show filmed with a live studio audience?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 20, 2024

Back in TV's early days, shows used fake laughs from machines to tell viewers when something was funny. But which brave TV show first opened its studio doors to actual breathing audiences?

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What are the ghost-catching weapons called in “Ghostbusters”?

What are the ghost-catching weapons called in “Ghostbusters”?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 19, 2024

Armed with unlicensed nuclear accelerators strapped to their backs, the Ghostbusters revolutionized paranormal extermination. So what exactly were those miracle machines that turned ghost-hunting from séances to science?

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