Christmas is a time for cozying up by the fire, sipping hot cocoa, and watching classic holiday movies with loved ones. And what better way to celebrate the season than by testing your knowledge of these beloved films?
We’ve put together a collection of Christmas movie trivia questions that will challenge even the most dedicated movie buffs. So, grab a pen and paper, gather your family or friends, and let’s see how well you know your favorite yuletide flicks!
- Question: In “It’s a Wonderful Life”, what happens every time a bell rings? Answer: An angel gets its wings.
- Question: In “Miracle on 34th Street”, where does Kris Kringle believe he’s working when he gets a job at a department store? Answer: The North Pole.
- Question: What is the name of Ebenezer Scrooge’s deceased business partner in “A Christmas Carol”? Answer: Jacob Marley.
- Question: In “White Christmas”, what song do Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye’s characters perform as a duet? Answer: “Sisters.”
- Question: Who composed the music for “A Charlie Brown Christmas”? Answer: Vince Guaraldi.
- Question: In “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!”, what makes the Grinch’s small heart grow three sizes? Answer: The Whos’ Christmas singing.
- Question: What is the name of Rudolph’s doe friend in “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”? Answer: Clarice.
- Question: In “Frosty the Snowman”, what brings Frosty to life? Answer: An old silk hat.
- Question: What is the name of Tim Allen’s character in “The Santa Clause”? Answer: Scott Calvin.
- Question: In “Home Alone”, what is the name of the pizza delivery company? Answer: Little Nero’s.
- Question: What is the big toy that Kevin’s cousin desperately wants in “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York”? Answer: The Talkboy.
- Question: Who played Scrooge in “The Muppet Christmas Carol”? Answer: Michael Caine.
- Question: What’s the name of the main character in “The Nightmare Before Christmas”? Answer: Jack Skellington.
- Question: In “Elf”, what’s the first rule in the Code of Elves? Answer: Treat every day like Christmas.
- Question: What does the main character receive as a Christmas gift in “The Polar Express”? Answer: A silver bell from Santa’s sleigh.
- Question: How many different love stories are intertwined in “Love Actually”? Answer: Nine.
- Question: What does Clark Griswold want to buy with his Christmas bonus in “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation”? Answer: A swimming pool.
- Question: What is the name of the infamous leg lamp won as “a major award” in “A Christmas Story”? Answer: The lamp doesn’t have an official name, but it’s often referred to as the “Leg Lamp”.
- Question: Who plays the desperate father searching for a Turbo Man doll in “Jingle All the Way”? Answer: Arnold Schwarzenegger.
- Question: In “Scrooged”, what is the name of Bill Murray’s character’s ex-girlfriend? Answer: Claire Phillips.
- Question: In “Elf”, what are the four main food groups Buddy the Elf sticks to? Answer: Candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup.
- Question: In “It’s a Wonderful Life”, what is the name of George Bailey’s guardian angel? Answer: Clarence Odbody.
- Question: In “Miracle on 34th Street”, who is the young actress who plays Susan Walker? Answer: Natalie Wood.
- Question: In “A Christmas Carol”, who are the three spirits that visit Scrooge? Answer: The Ghost of Christmas Past, the Ghost of Christmas Present, and the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come.
- Question: In “The Polar Express”, what is the word punched into the protagonist’s ticket? Answer: “Believe.”
- Question: What song does Judy Garland famously sing in “Meet Me in St. Louis” that has since become a Christmas standard? Answer: “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.”
- Question: In “A Charlie Brown Christmas”, who explains the true meaning of Christmas to Charlie Brown? Answer: Linus.
- Question: What makes the Grinch decide to return all the presents he stole in “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!”? Answer: He hears the Whos singing despite having no presents.
- Question: In “Home Alone”, what prank does Kevin play on the pizza delivery guy? Answer: He plays a movie (“Angels With Filthy Souls”) to make it seem like there’s a shootout happening inside.
- Question: What animal is the villain in “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”? Answer: The Abominable Snow Monster.
- Question: In “The Santa Clause”, what causes Santa Claus to fall from the roof on Christmas Eve? Answer: Scott startles him.
- Question: In “The Muppet Christmas Carol”, which Muppet plays Charles Dickens? Answer: Gonzo.
- Question: In “Scrooged”, what does the Ghost of Christmas Future show Bill Murray’s character? Answer: His lonely death and unattended funeral.
- Question: In “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York”, what does Kevin gift to the Pigeon Lady? Answer: A turtle dove ornament.
- Question: In “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation”, what kind of animal do the Griswolds find in their Christmas tree? Answer: A squirrel.
- Question: What does Ralphie want for Christmas in “A Christmas Story”? Answer: An official Red Ryder, carbine action, two-hundred shot range model air rifle.
- Question: In “Jingle All the Way”, who is Turbo Man’s sidekick? Answer: Booster.
- Question: In “Love Actually”, which character does Hugh Grant play? Answer: The Prime Minister.
- Question: Who directed “The Nightmare Before Christmas”? Answer: Henry Selick.
- Question: In “White Christmas”, what are the two leading ladies’ professions? Answer: They are a sister act (singers/dancers).
- Question: In “Elf”, who plays Buddy’s love interest, Jovie? Answer: Zooey Deschanel.
- Question: In “A Christmas Carol”, what is Scrooge’s first name? Answer: Ebenezer.
- Question: In “It’s a Wonderful Life”, what is the name of the town where George Bailey lives? Answer: Bedford Falls.
- Question: Who are the Wet Bandits in “Home Alone”? Answer: Harry (Joe Pesci) and Marv (Daniel Stern).
- Question: In “The Santa Clause”, what profession does Scott Calvin have before becoming Santa Claus? Answer: He’s an executive at a toy company.
- Question: What is the name of the misfit elf in “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” who wants to be a dentist? Answer: Hermey.
- Question: In “The Muppet Christmas Carol”, which Muppet plays Scrooge’s clerk, Bob Cratchit? Answer: Kermit the Frog.
- Question: In “Love Actually”, who does Juliet (played by Keira Knightley) end up with? Answer: Peter (Chiwetel Ejiofor), not Mark (Andrew Lincoln).
- Question: In “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!”, who narrated the 1966 animated TV special? Answer: Boris Karloff.
- Question: What gift does Mr. Scrooge give to the Cratchit family at the end of “A Christmas Carol”? Answer: A prized turkey from the poulterer’s.
- Question: In “Home Alone”, what is the name of the toy store that Kevin visits in New York? Answer: Duncan’s Toy Chest.
- Question: In “Elf”, what does Buddy use to decorate his department store Santa’s Workshop? Answer: Etch A Sketches, Lego, Lite-Brite, and paper snowflakes.
- Question: In “It’s a Wonderful Life”, what is the name of the savings and loan that George Bailey runs? Answer: Bailey Brothers’ Building and Loan.
- Question: In “Miracle on 34th Street”, what does Susan ask Santa for as a Christmas gift? Answer: A house.
- Question: What holiday does Jack Skellington accidentally discover in “The Nightmare Before Christmas”? Answer: Christmas.
- Question: What is the name of Scrooge’s fiancée in “A Christmas Carol”? Answer: Belle.
- Question: In “The Polar Express”, who is the first character to receive a gift from Santa? Answer: The Hero Boy (whose real name is never mentioned).
- Question: What does Lucy want for Christmas in “A Charlie Brown Christmas”? Answer: Real estate.
- Question: What does the Grinch use as a substitute for reindeer in “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!”? Answer: His dog, Max.
- Question: What song does Bing Crosby’s character sing in “White Christmas”? Answer: “White Christmas.”
- Question: In “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”, why doesn’t the doll on the Island of Misfit Toys belong? Answer: She feels unloved.
- Question: Who provides the voice for Frosty in “Frosty the Snowman”? Answer: Jackie Vernon.
- Question: In “The Santa Clause”, what phrase on Santa’s business card makes Scott Calvin the new Santa? Answer: “In putting on the suit and entering the sleigh, the wearer waives any and all rights to any previous identity, real or implied, and fully accepts the duties and responsibilities of Santa Claus.”
- Question: What city does “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York” take place in? Answer: New York City.
- Question: Who performs the voice of the narrator in “The Polar Express”? Answer: Tom Hanks.
- Question: In “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation”, what does Cousin Eddie tell Clark he wants for Christmas? Answer: He doesn’t want a thing. He’s happy just being there with Clark.
- Question: What department store does the real Santa work at in “Miracle on 34th Street”? Answer: Macy’s.
- Question: In “A Christmas Story”, what dish does the Parker family eat for Christmas dinner? Answer: Chinese roast duck.
- Question: What color is the Grinch in “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!”? Answer: Green.
- Question: What is the name of the child who stays up to meet Santa in “The Polar Express”? Answer: The film refers to him as “Hero Boy.” His actual name is never given.
- Question: In “Elf”, what Christmas song does Jovie sing to spread Christmas cheer? Answer: “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town.”
- Question: In “Love Actually”, which Christmas song does Billy Mack make a hit? Answer: “Christmas Is All Around.”
- Question: What does Zuzu say to George Bailey at the end of “It’s a Wonderful Life”? Answer: “Teacher says, every time a bell rings an angel gets his wings.”
- Question: In “Scrooged”, what is the name of the television network Bill Murray’s character works for? Answer: IBC (International Broadcasting Corporation).
- Question: Who wrote the story that “The Nightmare Before Christmas” is based on? Answer: Tim Burton.
- Question: In “A Christmas Carol”, who is Tiny Tim’s father? Answer: Bob Cratchit.
- Question: In “Jingle All the Way”, what is the name of the radio station that hosts the competition for the Turbo Man doll? Answer: KQRS.
- Question: In “Home Alone”, what country are the McCallisters traveling to for their Christmas vacation? Answer: France.
- Question: In “The Santa Clause”, what is the name of Scott Calvin’s son? Answer: Charlie.
- Question: In “A Charlie Brown Christmas”, who directs the Christmas play? Answer: Charlie Brown.
Christmas movies have a special place in our hearts, and these trivia questions provide a fun way to test our knowledge and relive some of our favorite moments. Whether you’re watching It’s a Wonderful Life or Elf, these films bring joy and laughter during the holiday season.
So gather your loved ones, challenge each other with these trivia questions, and create lasting memories as you celebrate the magic of Christmas through the power of film.