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1950’s Sci-Fi Movies (Dorky Round)

1

Which adaptation of an H.G. Wells novel replaced alien tripods with flying saucers?
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The War of the Worlds

2

John Carpenter's 1982 The Thing was a remake of what 1951 film?
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The Thing from Another World
based on the novella, "Who Goes There" by John W. Campbell

3

What 1956 film was inspired by Shakespeare's The Tempest?
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Forbidden Planet

4

Remade in 1978, what 1956 film gave rise to the term "Pod People"?
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Invasion of the Body Snatchers

5

In what Walt Disney film did Kirk Douglas have a "Whale of a Tale" to tell you?
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20,000 Leagues Under the Sea

6

Featuring a molecular transporter and a pesky insect, what 1958 film starred Al Hedison, Patricia Owens and Vincent Price?
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The Fly

7

What 1954 film served as Guillermo del Toro's inspiration for his 2017 The Shape of Water?
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The Creature from the Black Lagoon

8

In 1948, they met Frankenstein, but in the 50's what comedy duo met up with The Mummy and later Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde?
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Bud Abbot and Lou Costello

9

Now the longest running film franchise in history, what film kicked it all off in 1954?
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Gojira or Godzilla

10

Klaatu and Gort try to save the Earth from itself in what 1951 film?
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The Day The Earth Stood Still

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Dorky Geeky Nerdy is a fun, fast-paced trivia podcast for fans of pop culture, science, movies, history, and more. Each weekly episode features 30 themed trivia questions in three rounds: Dorky (easy), Geeky (medium), and Nerdy (hard). Hosted by audiobook narrator, Brian Rollins, it’s perfect for trivia lovers, families, classrooms, and game nights. Whether you’re into Star Wars, classic literature, or U.S. presidents, there’s a topic for everyone. Boost your brainpower and enjoy new episodes every Wednesday!

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