Star Wars: Return of the Jedi Trivia

Dorky Geeky Nerdy Trivia Podcast

94 | Star Wars: Return of the Jedi

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I told you we’d be back to a galaxy far, far away. Time to catch up with the third (or sixth) movie in the series with some Star Wars: Return of the Jedi trivia. Let’s get this show on the road and blast off with thirty trivia questions.

Our episode this week, is dedicated to our idol, Alex Trebek. A fixture in our homes for over three decades, Alex will be sorely missed from our TVs and our lives. And, if you’re anything like us, you grew up on Jeopardy! and found your love of trivia there.

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We love you Alex and we’ll miss you. Thank you for everything!

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Episode Introduction

Hey gang, this is episode 94 of the Dorky Geeky Nerdy Trivia Podcast. This week, as promised, we’re getting back to the Star Wars universe with the third (or sixth) film in the series, The Return of the Jedi.

I’m your host, Brian Rollins, and, as always, we’re going to do thirty trivia questions in three rounds. You’ll have five seconds to guess before I give you the answer. Simple enough, right?

I think that covers the basics. If you’re looking for score cards or scoring rules, visit the show’s website at dorkygeekynerdy.com.

Chewie says the Falcon’s ready, so let’s go with Return of the Jedi trivia.

The Dorky Round

1. What was the name of the creature that tries to eat Luke underneath Jabba's palace?

A Rancor

2. According to C-3PO, how many years does it take for the Sarlacc to devour its prey?

1,000 years

3. It took 6 operators to work which character's animatronics?

Jabba the Hutt

4. What two Rebel starfighters make their debut in Return of the Jedi?

A-Wings and B-Wings. The latter had little screen time as they didn’t show up well against the blackness of space.

5. Who directed Return of the Jedi?

Richard Marquand

6. In early cuts of the film, what color was Luke's lightsaber?

Blue. It was changed to green to make it clear it was a new lightsaber, not his old one.

7. In the original draft of the script, what creatures were used in place of Ewoks?

Wookiees

8. Along with Lando and the Falcon, what X-Wing pilot survived to help destroy the second Death Star?

Wedge Antilles

9. How old is Yoda when he passes away?

900 years old.

10. What does Luke throw to drop the door on the rancor?

A skull

The Geeky Round

1. Two characters 'have a bad feeling about this.' Which two?

Han Solo and C-3PO

2. Carrie Fisher would bring cookies and chocolate milk to what actor during breaks in filming?

Warwick Davis. He was 11 at the time and she worried about his well-being.

3. The producers used what fake film name to keep fans away from production?

Blue Harvest

4. Who played the unmasked Darth Vader?

Sebastian Shaw

5. Who played The Emperor in Return of the Jedi?

Ian McDiarmid

6. What real world location stood in for the Dune Sea?

The Imperial Sand Dunes. They are located outside of Yuma, Arizona.

7. What is the name of the singer in Jabba's palace?

Sy Snoodles

8. Lando credits his promotion to general to what?

His little maneuver at the battle of Taanab.

9. What is the name of the shuttle that takes the Rebels to Endor?

Tydirium

10. Jabba refers to Han Solo as his favorite what?

Decoration

The Nerdy Round

1. What was the name of Jabba's little pet/court jester?

Salacious Crumb

2. What's the name of the Twilek dancer that's fed to Jabba's Rancor?

Oola

3. What real-world language is Lando's co-pilot, Nien Nunb speaking?

A Kenyan dialect called Haya.

4. Who was originally cast as The Emperor?

Alan Webb. He dropped out due to declining health and passed away a few weeks after filming began.

5. Which actor had his name misspelled in the credits of the first two Star Wars movies, but had it corrected in the third?

Denis Lawson. He spells his first name with one N.

6. What was the name of Jabba's initial translator?

Bib Fortuna

7. According to the costume designer, which artist's work inspired Princess Leia's slave outfit?

Frank Frazetta

8. What character had to wear a fake beard so he would match his action figure?

General Madine

9. Who is the only original actor to return and film new material for the 1997 Special Edition?

Femi Taylor, who played Oola.

10. What sound designer had a cameo as an ill-fated Imperial Officer?

Ben Burtt. He’s the poor guy that Han throws a satchel at and knocks over a railing in the Shield Generator.

Episode Conclusion

And we’re back. The Ewoks are celebrating, so feel free to join them. Just…don’t ask what’s in the stew.

We’ll be back next week with more trivia goodies. Speaking of which, here’s your clue:

“What computer animated movie debuted in 1995 and was followed by three sequels?”

I hope to see you back here next Wednesday. In the meantime, be sure to visit us at DorkyGeekyNerdy.com or wherever you might find us on social media.

This has been episode 94 of the Dorky Geeky Nerdy Trivia Podcast. The music is by Jason Shaw. You can find him and his tunes at audionautix.com. I’m your host, Brian Rollins.

Thanks for listening and may the force be with you.