Eighties Trivia

[Kellieintx]

No googling allowed. How many can you answer? There is no test here, so just post the ones you know without searching for them.




1. Which 80s singer/group sang “Tainted Love?”

2. Which 70’s group had the 80s one-hit-comeback “Wildest Dreams?”

3. Name at least three movies from the 80s written, directed, or produced by John Hughes? Bonus: name 5

4. Though not necessarily their 1st film, what 1985 movie launched the career of Emilio Estevez, Rob Lowe, Andrew McCarthy, Demi Moore, Judd Nelson, & Ally Sheedy?

5. The classic Converse All-Star basketball shoe was re-released in the 80s with whose signature on them?

6. What is Molly Ringwald’s true hair color?

7. Kevin Bacon appeared in how many movies in the 80s?

A. 1-5
B. 5-10
C. 10-15
D. 15-20
Bonus: name 3


8. What is Sting’s real name, and what did he do before he was a singer? (2 pts)

9. Name 3 items, methods of wearing, or brand names of clothing, that were considered “preppy” in the 80s.


10. Match the following singers with their groups.
1. Sting a. The Eurythmics
2. Ric Ocasek b. Black Sabbath
3. Belinda Carlisle c. Genesis
4. Danny Elfmann d. The Police
5. Annie Lennox e. The Cars
6. Don Henley f. Van Halen
7. George Michael g. Oingo Boingo
8. Phil Collins h. WHAM!
9. David Lee Roth i. The Eagles
10. Ozzy Ozbourne j. Yazz
11. Allison Moyet k. The Go-Go’s


11. Charles De Mar (Better off Dead) and Tom Cruise: What is the connection?

12. Huey Lewis had what career option offered him before he chose music?

13. In 1981 Rick Springfield hit #1 with “Jessie’s Girl.” What was he doing before the album it was on (Working Class Dog) was released?

14. Matthew Broderick had a blockbuster with his first film. What was it?

15. In 1983 KISS made a huge comeback with the album “Lick it Up” What was significant about this album?

16. What was on the cover of Bruce Springsteen’s album “Born in the USA”? There is a bonus point here if you are very specific. (2 pts)

17. In 1984 Gene Simmons (KISS) made his silver screen debut as a villain opposite Tom Selleck in what sci-fi thriller?

18. In 1982 Harrison Ford starred as a detective in what sci-fi cult classic?

19. What was the Milli Vanilli scandal all about?

20. The Dukes of Hazzard drove a car by what name, and number? (2 pts)

21. Rocky Balboa drank what before his morning run?

22. Samantha Fox had a one-hit-wonder, “Touch Me (I Want Your Body).” What was she doing before she started singing?

23. George Clooney (ER) and Molly Ringwald both made their debut on what 80s sit-com? Bonus: who appeared first? (2 pts)

24. After an excellent start on Saturday Night Live, what was Eddie Murphy’s first box office hit (1982)? Second (1983)? (2 pts)

25. There were actually 4 Dukes in the family other than Bo & Luke who were the other 2, and what were their respective vehicles? (4 pts)

26. Name 4 “big hair” bands from the 80s.

27. U2 released nine #1 albums before “Achtung Baby” (1991), how many of them were released in the 80s?



38. In the early 80s, Billy Idol hit the top 10 with a remake of what Tommy James & the Shondells 1969 top ten hit?


39. John Mellencamp started in the late 70’s under a different name. It was the same name he was using when he had his first #1 hit in 1982. What was that name? What was the song? Bonus, how many other #1 hits came from that same album? (3 pts)

40. Different Strokes starred 3 child actors one of which is Gary Coleman, what were the three children’s (character) names? (3 pts)

41. Eddie Murphy hit top 10 in the 80s with a 1-hit-wonder, what was his hit song?

42. Match the one-hit-wonders with their hit.

1. Stacey Q a. Harden My Heart
2. Glass Tiger b. Take on Me
3. Toni Basil c. One Night in Bangkok
4. Buckner & Garcia d. Pac-Man Fever
5. A - Ha e. Don’t Turn Around (Der Kommissar)
6. After the Fire f. Puttin’ on the Ritz
7. The Alan Parsons Project g. Eye in the Sky
8. Power Station h. All I Need is a Miracle
9. Musical Youth i. Get it On (Bang a Gong)
10. Scritti Politti j. Perfect Way
11. Taco k. Pass the Dutchie
12. Mike & the Mechanics l. 2 of Hearts
13. Quarterflash m. Don’t Forget Me When I’m Gone
14. Murray Head n. Mickey
15. Frankie Goes to Hollywood o. Pop Music
16. The Waitresses p. Cars
17. M q. Life in a Northern Town
18. Dream Academy r. Relax
19. Gary Neuman s. I Know What Boys Like


43. Who is Carlos Irwin Estevez?

44. Although his role in “Toy Soldiers” and “The Sure Thing” wasn’t the lead, without them he would have never made “Top Gun” and later become a premier 90’s actor?

45. Lisa Bonet of “The Cosby Show” made her big screen debut in a controversial movie with Mickey Rourke. (Angel Heart, 1987). What did Bill Cosby do because of this?

46. Define “gnarly” and use it in an 80s sentence. (2 pts)

47. John Travolta may be a Phenomenon now but, what was his first hit of the 80s? What TV sitcom did he star in during the late 70’s and early 80s?


48. Name the Movie… “Don’t worry dude, we can fix it, my dad’s a plumber, he’s got an awesome set of tools”?


49. Which President of the United States is referred to in “Back to the Future”? Who is mentioned as his possible vice president? (2 pts)

50. Since the release of “Return of the Jedi” (1983), only one of the
main stars has never made another movie. Who is he? And what character did he play? (2 pts)


51. George Peppard starred in 1961 with Audrey Hepburn in the hit “Breakfast at Tiffani’s”, but never reappeared in a major role until what 80s TV series? What was his character’s name? (2 pts)

52. Harold Faltermeyer only had one big hit; it was the theme song for what 80s movie? What was the song? (2 pts)

53. Kelly McGillis may have hit it big in Top Gun (1986) but she was nobody until she took it all off in what movie w/Harrison Ford (1985)?

54. What do C. Thomas Howell, Matt Dillon, Ralph Macchio, Patrick Swayze, Rob Lowe, Tom Cruise, and Emilio Estevez all have in common?

55. What was Charlie Sheen’s first movie?

56. Was it the 80s diva for The Go-Go’s, The Bangels, Berlin, or Pat Benetar who almost became Princess Leah?

57. Rob Reiner (Meathead, “All in the Family”) has mostly had small acting parts but has directed some huge hits including: The American President, A Few Good Men, and Misery. Earn one point for each one of his five 80s movies that he directed. (5 pts)

58. What comic strip (if you know me this should be easy) debuted on November 18th 1985?

[Kellieintx]

Originally Posted by Kellieintx

No googling allowed. How many can you answer? There is no test here, so just post the ones you know without searching for them.




1. Which 80s singer/group sang “Tainted Love?” Soft Cell

2. Which 70’s group had the 80s one-hit-comeback “Wildest Dreams?”

3. Name at least three movies from the 80s written, directed, or produced by John Hughes? Bonus: name 5 Breakfast Club, sixteen Candles, Some Kind of Wonderful, Uncle Buck, Great Outdoors

4. Though not necessarily their 1st film, what 1985 movie launched the career of Emilio Estevez, Rob Lowe, Andrew McCarthy, Demi Moore, Judd Nelson, & Ally Sheedy? St. Elmos Fire

5. The classic Converse All-Star basketball shoe was re-released in the 80s with whose signature on them? Chuck Taylor??

6. What is Molly Ringwald’s true hair color?

7. Kevin Bacon appeared in how many movies in the 80s?

A. 1-5
B. 5-10
C. 10-15
D. 15-20
Bonus: name 3
She's Having a Baby, Footloose, and Diner


8. What is Sting’s real name, and what did he do before he was a singer? (2 pts)

9. Name 3 items, methods of wearing, or brand names of clothing, that were considered “preppy” in the 80s.
Guess, Benetton, and Z. Cavarichis? Also there was "Units" and Jordache, Gloria Vanderbilt, etc.

10. Match the following singers with their groups.
1. Sting a. The Eurythmics
2. Ric Ocasek b. Black Sabbath
3. Belinda Carlisle c. Genesis
4. Danny Elfmann d. The Police
5. Annie Lennox e. The Cars
6. Don Henley f. Van Halen
7. George Michael g. Oingo Boingo
8. Phil Collins h. WHAM!
9. David Lee Roth i. The Eagles
10. Ozzy Ozbourne j. Yazz
11. Allison Moyet k. The Go-Go’s


11. Charles De Mar (Better off Dead) and Tom Cruise: What is the connection?

12. Huey Lewis had what career option offered him before he chose music?

13. In 1981 Rick Springfield hit #1 with “Jessie’s Girl.” What was he doing before the album it was on (Working Class Dog) was released?

14. Matthew Broderick had a blockbuster with his first film. What was it?ferris Buellers Day off

15. In 1983 KISS made a huge comeback with the album “Lick it Up” What was significant about this album?

16. What was on the cover of Bruce Springsteen’s album “Born in the USA”? There is a bonus point here if you are very specific. (2 pts) Bruse Springsteins Ass in a pair of jeans

17. In 1984 Gene Simmons (KISS) made his silver screen debut as a villain opposite Tom Selleck in what sci-fi thriller?

18. In 1982 Harrison Ford starred as a detective in what sci-fi cult classic? Bladerunner??

19. What was the Milli Vanilli scandal all about?They Lip Synced for some performance

20. The Dukes of Hazzard drove a car by what name, and number? (2 pts) Gotta think on this one.

21. Rocky Balboa drank what before his morning run?

22. Samantha Fox had a one-hit-wonder, “Touch Me (I Want Your Body).” What was she doing before she started singing?

23. George Clooney (ER) and Molly Ringwald both made their debut on what 80s sit-com? Bonus: who appeared first? (2 pts)Facts of Life. And Molly did.

24. After an excellent start on Saturday Night Live, what was Eddie Murphy’s first box office hit (1982)? Second (1983)? (2 pts) BEverly Hills Cop, and then..... hmmm.... Trading Places? Or maybe reversed?

25. There were actually 4 Dukes in the family other than Bo & Luke who were the other 2, and what were their respective vehicles? (4 pts)

26. Name 4 “big hair” bands from the 80s.Kiss, Twisted Sister, Tesla, Poison

27. U2 released nine #1 albums before “Achtung Baby” (1991), how many of them were released in the 80s?a guess- 2



38. In the early 80s, Billy Idol hit the top 10 with a remake of what Tommy James & the Shondells 1969 top ten hit?


39. John Mellencamp started in the late 70’s under a different name. It was the same name he was using when he had his first #1 hit in 1982. What was that name? What was the song? Bonus, how many other #1 hits came from that same album? (3 pts)

40. Different Strokes starred 3 child actors one of which is Gary Coleman, what were the three children’s (character) names? (3 pts) Arnold, Willis, and Kimberly

41. Eddie Murphy hit top 10 in the 80s with a 1-hit-wonder, what was his hit song?

42. Match the one-hit-wonders with their hit.

1. Stacey Q a. Harden My Heart
2. Glass Tiger b. Take on Me
3. Toni Basil c. One Night in Bangkok
4. Buckner & Garcia d. Pac-Man Fever
5. A - Ha e. Don’t Turn Around (Der Kommissar)
6. After the Fire f. Puttin’ on the Ritz
7. The Alan Parsons Project g. Eye in the Sky
8. Power Station h. All I Need is a Miracle
9. Musical Youth i. Get it On (Bang a Gong)
10. Scritti Politti j. Perfect Way
11. Taco k. Pass the Dutchie
12. Mike & the Mechanics l. 2 of Hearts
13. Quarterflash m. Don’t Forget Me When I’m Gone
14. Murray Head n. Mickey
15. Frankie Goes to Hollywood o. Pop Music
16. The Waitresses p. Cars
17. M q. Life in a Northern Town
18. Dream Academy r. Relax
19. Gary Neuman s. I Know What Boys Like


43. Who is Carlos Irwin Estevez?

44. Although his role in “Toy Soldiers” and “The Sure Thing” wasn’t the lead, without them he would have never made “Top Gun” and later become a premier 90’s actor?

45. Lisa Bonet of “The Cosby Show” made her big screen debut in a controversial movie with Mickey Rourke. (Angel Heart, 1987). What did Bill Cosby do because of this?

46. Define “gnarly” and use it in an 80s sentence. (2 pts)

47. John Travolta may be a Phenomenon now but, what was his first hit of the 80s? What TV sitcom did he star in during the late 70’s and early 80s?


48. Name the Movie… “Don’t worry dude, we can fix it, my dad’s a plumber, he’s got an awesome set of tools”?


49. Which President of the United States is referred to in “Back to the Future”? Who is mentioned as his possible vice president? (2 pts)

50. Since the release of “Return of the Jedi” (1983), only one of the
main stars has never made another movie. Who is he? And what character did he play? (2 pts)


51. George Peppard starred in 1961 with Audrey Hepburn in the hit “Breakfast at Tiffani’s”, but never reappeared in a major role until what 80s TV series? What was his character’s name? (2 pts)

52. Harold Faltermeyer only had one big hit; it was the theme song for what 80s movie? What was the song? (2 pts)

53. Kelly McGillis may have hit it big in Top Gun (1986) but she was nobody until she took it all off in what movie w/Harrison Ford (1985)?

54. What do C. Thomas Howell, Matt Dillon, Ralph Macchio, Patrick Swayze, Rob Lowe, Tom Cruise, and Emilio Estevez all have in common?

55. What was Charlie Sheen’s first movie?

56. Was it the 80s diva for The Go-Go’s, The Bangels, Berlin, or Pat Benetar who almost became Princess Leah?

57. Rob Reiner (Meathead, “All in the Family”) has mostly had small acting parts but has directed some huge hits including: The American President, A Few Good Men, and Misery. Earn one point for each one of his five 80s movies that he directed. (5 pts)

58. What comic strip (if you know me this should be easy) debuted on November 18th 1985?

Just a start

[bhestertx]

Filling in a few off the top of my head.

Originally Posted by Kellieintx

1. Which 80s singer/group sang “Tainted Love?” Soft Cell

2. Which 70’s group had the 80s one-hit-comeback “Wildest Dreams?” Moody Blues

3. Name at least three movies from the 80s written, directed, or produced by John Hughes? Bonus: name 5 Breakfast Club, sixteen Candles, Some Kind of Wonderful, Uncle Buck, Great Outdoors

4. Though not necessarily their 1st film, what 1985 movie launched the career of Emilio Estevez, Rob Lowe, Andrew McCarthy, Demi Moore, Judd Nelson, & Ally Sheedy? St. Elmos Fire

5. The classic Converse All-Star basketball shoe was re-released in the 80s with whose signature on them? Chuck Taylor??

6. What is Molly Ringwald’s true hair color?

7. Kevin Bacon appeared in how many movies in the 80s?

A. 1-5
B. 5-10
C. 10-15
D. 15-20
Bonus: name 3
She's Having a Baby, Footloose, and Diner


8. What is Sting’s real name, and what did he do before he was a singer? (2 pts)Gordon Sumner. And wasn't he a teacher?

9. Name 3 items, methods of wearing, or brand names of clothing, that were considered “preppy” in the 80s.
Guess, Benetton, and Z. Cavarichis? Also there was "Units" and Jordache, Gloria Vanderbilt, etc. I think this depends on where you grew up. We didn't consider some of those "preppy". Weren't Izods considered "preppy" too?

10. Match the following singers with their groups.
1. Sting a. The Eurythmics
2. Ric Ocasek b. Black Sabbath
3. Belinda Carlisle c. Genesis
4. Danny Elfmann d. The Police
5. Annie Lennox e. The Cars
6. Don Henley f. Van Halen
7. George Michael g. Oingo Boingo
8. Phil Collins h. WHAM!
9. David Lee Roth i. The Eagles
10. Ozzy Ozbourne j. Yazz
11. Allison Moyet k. The Go-Go’s
1d, 2e, 3k, 4g, 5a, 6i, 7h, 8c, 9f, 10b, 11j

11. Charles De Mar (Better off Dead) and Tom Cruise: What is the connection? They were both in Risky Business. Not sure if that's the right connection

12. Huey Lewis had what career option offered him before he chose music?

13. In 1981 Rick Springfield hit #1 with “Jessie’s Girl.” What was he doing before the album it was on (Working Class Dog) was released?

14. Matthew Broderick had a blockbuster with his first film. What was it?ferris Buellers Day off

15. In 1983 KISS made a huge comeback with the album “Lick it Up” What was significant about this album? First album without their makeup.

16. What was on the cover of Bruce Springsteen’s album “Born in the USA”? There is a bonus point here if you are very specific. (2 pts) Bruse Springsteins Ass in a pair of jeans Guess "Bruse" is the alternate spelling of his name.

17. In 1984 Gene Simmons (KISS) made his silver screen debut as a villain opposite Tom Selleck in what sci-fi thriller? Runaway

18. In 1982 Harrison Ford starred as a detective in what sci-fi cult classic? Bladerunner??

19. What was the Milli Vanilli scandal all about?They Lip Synced for some performance Wasn't it that the voices on their album weren't even theirs?

20. The Dukes of Hazzard drove a car by what name, and number? (2 pts) Gotta think on this one. Gotta think??? Puhlease! 1969 Dodge Charger named General Lee and it had 01 on the doors.

21. Rocky Balboa drank what before his morning run? Raw eggs

22. Samantha Fox had a one-hit-wonder, “Touch Me (I Want Your Body).” What was she doing before she started singing?

23. George Clooney (ER) and Molly Ringwald both made their debut on what 80s sit-com? Bonus: who appeared first? (2 pts)Facts of Life. And Molly did.

24. After an excellent start on Saturday Night Live, what was Eddie Murphy’s first box office hit (1982)? Second (1983)? (2 pts) BEverly Hills Cop, and then..... hmmm.... Trading Places? Or maybe reversed?

25. There were actually 4 Dukes in the family other than Bo & Luke who were the other 2, and what were their respective vehicles? (4 pts)

26. Name 4 “big hair” bands from the 80s.Kiss, Twisted Sister, Tesla, Poison
Not sure I'd consider Tesla a "big hair" band. Cinderella was another.

27. U2 released nine #1 albums before “Achtung Baby” (1991), how many of them were released in the 80s?a guess- 2



38. In the early 80s, Billy Idol hit the top 10 with a remake of what Tommy James & the Shondells 1969 top ten hit?


39. John Mellencamp started in the late 70’s under a different name. It was the same name he was using when he had his first #1 hit in 1982. What was that name? What was the song? Bonus, how many other #1 hits came from that same album? (3 pts)John Cougar. I think Jack And Diane was his first #1. Not sure of the bonus.

40. Different Strokes starred 3 child actors one of which is Gary Coleman, what were the three children’s (character) names? (3 pts) Arnold, Willis, and Kimberly

41. Eddie Murphy hit top 10 in the 80s with a 1-hit-wonder, what was his hit song? Party All the Time

42. Match the one-hit-wonders with their hit.

1. Stacey Q a. Harden My Heart
2. Glass Tiger b. Take on Me
3. Toni Basil c. One Night in Bangkok
4. Buckner & Garcia d. Pac-Man Fever
5. A - Ha e. Don’t Turn Around (Der Kommissar)This is a cover version. Who sang the original?
6. After the Fire f. Puttin’ on the Ritz
7. The Alan Parsons Project g. Eye in the Sky
8. Power Station h. All I Need is a Miracle
9. Musical Youth i. Get it On (Bang a Gong)
10. Scritti Politti j. Perfect Way
11. Taco k. Pass the Dutchie
12. Mike & the Mechanics l. 2 of Hearts
13. Quarterflash m. Don’t Forget Me When I’m Gone
14. Murray Head n. Mickey
15. Frankie Goes to Hollywood o. Pop Music
16. The Waitresses p. Cars
17. M q. Life in a Northern Town
18. Dream Academy r. Relax
19. Gary Neuman s. I Know What Boys Like
1l ,2m ,3n ,4 ,5b ,6e ,7 ,8i ,9k ,10 ,11f ,12h ,13 ,14c ,15r ,16s ,17o ,18q ,19 Know most of the songs, but not who sings them. lol

43. Who is Carlos Irwin Estevez? I would guess Charlie Sheen. Emilio seems too easy a guess.

44. Although his role in “Toy Soldiers” and “The Sure Thing” wasn’t the lead, without them he would have never made “Top Gun” and later become a premier 90’s actor? Anthony Edwards

45. Lisa Bonet of “The Cosby Show” made her big screen debut in a controversial movie with Mickey Rourke. (Angel Heart, 1987). What did Bill Cosby do because of this?

46. Define “gnarly” and use it in an 80s sentence. (2 pts)

47. John Travolta may be a Phenomenon now but, what was his first hit of the 80s? What TV sitcom did he star in during the late 70’s and early 80s? Welcome Back, Kotter


48. Name the Movie… “Don’t worry dude, we can fix it, my dad’s a plumber, he’s got an awesome set of tools”?


49. Which President of the United States is referred to in “Back to the Future”? Who is mentioned as his possible vice president? (2 pts)

50. Since the release of “Return of the Jedi” (1983), only one of the
main stars has never made another movie. Who is he? And what character did he play? (2 pts)


51. George Peppard starred in 1961 with Audrey Hepburn in the hit “Breakfast at Tiffani’s”, but never reappeared in a major role until what 80s TV series? What was his character’s name? (2 pts)

52. Harold Faltermeyer only had one big hit; it was the theme song for what 80s movie? What was the song? (2 pts)

53. Kelly McGillis may have hit it big in Top Gun (1986) but she was nobody until she took it all off in what movie w/Harrison Ford (1985)?

54. What do C. Thomas Howell, Matt Dillon, Ralph Macchio, Patrick Swayze, Rob Lowe, Tom Cruise, and Emilio Estevez all have in common? Well they were all in The Outsiders.

55. What was Charlie Sheen’s first movie?

56. Was it the 80s diva for The Go-Go’s, The Bangels, Berlin, or Pat Benetar who almost became Princess Leah?

57. Rob Reiner (Meathead, “All in the Family”) has mostly had small acting parts but has directed some huge hits including: The American President, A Few Good Men, and Misery. Earn one point for each one of his five 80s movies that he directed. (5 pts)

58. What comic strip (if you know me this should be easy) debuted on November 18th 1985? Calvin and Hobbes

Just a start

[PjgGolfer]

38. In the early 80s, Billy Idol hit the top 10 with a remake of what Tommy James & the Shondells 1969 top ten hit? Mony Mony