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102 animated films trivia questions, each with the correct answer and a short explanation.

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Animated Films Quiz — 102 Questions

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  1. 1. What was the first feature-length animated film ever released by Walt Disney Studios?

  2. 2. In which Pixar film does a character discover his entire life is being observed through a snow globe on a shelf?

  3. 3. Which animated Disney film features a villain named Ratigan who considers himself 'the world's greatest criminal mind'?

  4. 4. What Pixar film was the first ever animated movie nominated for the Best Picture Oscar (not just Best Animated Feature)?

  5. 5. Which animated Disney film features the villain Ratigan, voiced by Vincent Price?

  6. 6. Which animated Disney film features a villain named Ratigan voiced by Vincent Price?

  7. 7. Which animated Disney film was the first to use CGI for a major sequence — specifically a ballroom dance scene?

  8. 8. In which animated film does a character named Yzma attempt to turn the emperor into a flea, accidentally making him a llama?

  9. 9. In 'Singin' in the Rain,' which actress's voice was dubbed over by singer Betty Noyes for the romantic ballads?

  10. 10. The animated film 'Spirited Away' was distributed in North America by which studio?

  11. 11. The animated film 'Spirited Away' was the first non-English-language film to win which major award?

  12. 12. Which animated Disney film was the first to be entirely painted using computers rather than hand-painted cels?

  13. 13. In the 1988 animated film 'Grave of the Fireflies,' which Studio produced it—often mistakenly credited to Studio Ghibli?

  14. 14. Which Pixar film was the first to be rated PG, breaking the studio's streak of G-rated features?

  15. 15. In the animated film 'Spirited Away,' Chihiro's parents are transformed into which animals?

  16. 16. Which animated Disney film was the first to be based on a true story of a real person?

  17. 17. In Pixar's 'Ratatouille,' food critic Anton Ego's climactic flashback is triggered by a bite of ratatouille. What specific variety is served?

  18. 18. Which animated Pixar film features a character named Bing Bong, an imaginary friend made partly of cotton candy?

  19. 19. What animated Disney film was the first to use computer-generated imagery for a major sequence — the ballroom scene?

  20. 20. Which animated film features the villain 'Syndrome,' whose real name is Buddy Pine?

  21. 21. Which animated Disney film features a villain named Ratigan who considers himself a 'world's greatest criminal mind'?

  22. 22. What is the name of the fictional African nation in Disney's 'The Lion King' universe — per the Broadway musical's set lore?

  23. 23. Cary Grant's real birth name was Archibald Leach. Which Muppet character shares that same fictional surname?

  24. 24. In Pixar's 'Ratatouille,' what is the name of the fictional restaurant where most of the film is set?

  25. 25. Which animated Disney film features a villain named Ratcliffe who seeks gold in the New World?

  26. 26. Which animated film features a villain named Syndrome who idolizes the very superhero he plots to destroy?

  27. 27. Pixar's 'Up' holds a record for being one of only two animated films nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture under which expanded system?

  28. 28. Which animated Disney film was the first to use Computer Generated Imagery (CGI) for a major scene — its ballroom sequence?

  29. 29. Which animated Disney film was the first to be entirely computer-animated by Pixar, replacing hand-drawn animation?

  30. 30. In Disney's 'Fantasia' (1940), which piece of classical music accompanies the 'Sorcerer's Apprentice' segment?

  31. 31. Which animated Pixar film features a character named Bing Bong who is an imaginary friend made partly of cotton candy?

  32. 32. Which animated Disney film features the villain Ratigan as the main antagonist, voiced by Vincent Price?

  33. 33. In which animated film does the villain Ratigan, voiced by Vincent Price, appear?

  34. 34. In the Pixar film 'Up,' what is the name of the wilderness explorer badge that Russell is missing at the start of the film?

  35. 35. Which animated Disney film features a villain whose name is an anagram of the word 'DEVIL' with an extra letter?

  36. 36. In the animated film 'Spirited Away,' what is the name of the bathhouse where Chihiro works?

  37. 37. Which film won the first Academy Award for Best Animated Feature when the category was introduced in 2002?

  38. 38. In which animated Disney film does the villain's name, when reversed, spell a word that hints at her evil nature?

  39. 39. Which animated Pixar film features a villain named AUTO, a rogue autopilot that refuses a directive called 'A113'?

  40. 40. In the original 'The Lion King,' what does Timon say they call the smelly odor when Pumbaa almost mentions his flatulence problem?

  41. 41. Which animated film features a villain named Charles Muntz who is obsessed with a giant flightless bird?

  42. 42. In which animated film does the villain Syndrome originally go by the name 'Buddy Pine' before becoming a supervillain?

  43. 43. Which animated film was the first non-English-language movie to win the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature?

  44. 44. Which animated Disney film was the first to be entirely scored by Alan Menken without lyricist Howard Ashman, who died during production?

  45. 45. In which animated film does a character say 'Some people are worth melting for'?

  46. 46. Which animated Disney film was the first to be entirely computer-generated and marked Pixar's debut feature?

  47. 47. In the animated film The Lion King, what is the name of the villain Scar's hyena trio of henchmen (all three)?

  48. 48. Which animated Disney film features a villain whose name is an anagram of 'a car men' rearranged to spell a famous opera?

  49. 49. Which animated Disney film was the first to use Computer Generated Imagery for a major crowd scene?

  50. 50. In which animated film does a character named Yzma attempt to poison the emperor and accidentally turn him into a llama?

  51. 51. Which animated film features a villain named Syndrome who was once a fan of the hero he later tries to destroy?

  52. 52. In Pixar's 'Up,' what is the official name of Charles Muntz's airship?

  53. 53. The animated film 'Spirited Away' won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature — which other film was it competing against that year?

  54. 54. Which animated Disney film was the first to use computer-generated imagery for a major sequence — the ballroom dance scene?

  55. 55. Walt Disney's 'Fantasia' (1940) used a pioneering multi-channel sound system. What was that system called?

  56. 56. Which Pixar film holds the distinction of being the first animated film ever nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture (not Best Animated Feature)?

  57. 57. In the Pixar film 'Ratatouille' (2007), what is the name of the fictional Paris restaurant where Remy ultimately cooks?

  58. 58. Which animated film features a villain named Syndrome who idolized the hero he later tried to destroy?

  59. 59. In the animated film 'Spirited Away,' what must Chihiro do to free her parents from their pig form?

  60. 60. Which Pixar film features a character named Bing Bong, an imaginary friend made partly of cotton candy?

  61. 61. In the animated film 'Spirited Away,' what does Chihiro's father turn into after eating the food at the spirit stalls?

  62. 62. In which animated film does a character named Yzma attempt to transform the emperor into a llama?

  63. 63. Which animated Disney film features the villain Ratcliffe as its primary antagonist?

  64. 64. In Pixar's 'Ratatouille,' what is the full name of the fictional Paris restaurant where Remy cooks?

  65. 65. Who voiced the villain Scar in Disney's original 1994 'The Lion King'?

  66. 66. Pixar's 'Up' holds a distinction at the Cannes Film Festival. What was it?

  67. 67. Which animated Disney film was the first to use a fully computer-generated Main Street parade sequence as its climactic scene?

  68. 68. In Pixar's 'Up,' what is the name of the wilderness explorer who accompanies Carl Fredricksen?

  69. 69. Which animated film features a villain named Charles Muntz who is an explorer obsessed with a rare bird?

  70. 70. Which animated Disney film features a villain named Ratigan who considers himself a 'rat' an unforgivable insult?

  71. 71. In the Pixar film 'Up,' what was the profession of Charles Muntz, the villain Carl idolized as a child?

  72. 72. In the animated film 'Spirited Away,' what rule does Chihiro's employer Yubaba impose that gives her power over workers?

  73. 73. Which animated film features a villain named Syndrome whose philosophy mocks the idea of universal heroism?

  74. 74. Which film features the fictional country of Genovia, ruled by a queen played by Julie Andrews?

  75. 75. In Pixar's 'Ratatouille,' what dish does Remy serve to critic Anton Ego that triggers his childhood memory?

  76. 76. Pixar's 'Up' (2009) opens with a wordless montage. Which composer scored that film's acclaimed soundtrack?

  77. 77. The animated Disney film 'The Great Mouse Detective' (1986) is based on a book series featuring a mouse named what?

  78. 78. The 1973 animated film 'Robin Hood' by Disney cast all its characters as animals — what species is Maid Marian?

  79. 79. Pixar's 'Ratatouille' (2007) — which real Parisian restaurant inspired the fictional Gusteau's in the film?

  80. 80. In the animated film 'Akira' (1988), what city is destroyed in a mysterious explosion at the film's opening?

  81. 81. Which film holds the distinction of being the first animated feature ever to receive a Best Picture Oscar nomination?

  82. 82. In Disney's 'Mulan' (1998), the lucky cricket companion is named Cri-Kee — but what is the name of Mulan's horse?

  83. 83. In Pixar's 'Ratatouille,' what is the name of the ruthless food critic whose scathing review can close any restaurant in Paris?

  84. 84. In which animated film does a character say 'To infinity and beyond!'?

  85. 85. In which animated film does a villain named Syndrome harbor resentment toward a superhero who rejected him as a fan-boy sidekick?

  86. 86. Cate Blanchett voiced which character in the 2003 animated film 'Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas'?

  87. 87. In 'Ratatouille,' what is the full name of the harsh food critic whose childhood memory is triggered by the dish?

  88. 88. What is the name of the production company logo — a boy fishing from a crescent moon — seen before DreamWorks Animation films?

  89. 89. Which animated Disney film was the first to use a fully computer-generated scene — the ballroom sequence?

  90. 90. Which animated Disney film was the first to use the CAPS digital ink-and-paint system for its entire production?

  91. 91. In Pixar's 'Ratatouille,' food critic Anton Ego's climactic review is a direct thematic reference to which essay by critic Roger Ebert?

  92. 92. Which animated Disney film was the first to use CGI for a major crowd scene, specifically in a ballroom sequence?

  93. 93. In Pixar's 'Toy Story,' what brand of batteries does Buzz Lightyear's spaceship toy run on, as shown on his packaging?

  94. 94. In Pixar's 'Up,' what is the name of the wilderness explorer boy who accompanies Carl Fredricksen on his adventure?

  95. 95. Which animated Disney film features the villain Ratigan, voiced by Vincent Price, as the main antagonist?

  96. 96. Which animated Disney film was the first to be entirely produced using computer-generated imagery (CGI)?

  97. 97. Pixar's 'Ratatouille' food critic Anton Ego is voiced by which British actor?

  98. 98. Which animated Disney film was the first to be produced entirely using CGI animation?

  99. 99. Which animated Disney film was the first to be produced entirely using computer-generated imagery for its main characters?

  100. 100. Which animated Disney film was the first feature-length cel-animated movie ever released?

  101. 101. In Pixar's 'Ratatouille,' the fictional restaurant Gusteau's is located on which Parisian street?

  102. 102. In Disney's 'The Lion King,' Scar kills Mufasa by throwing him into what?

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