Classic Directors & Iconic Films Trivia (80s Edition)

This quick trivia highlights some of the most iconic director–film combinations from the 1980s.
Learn fascinating facts about the filmmakers who shaped modern cinema—Spielberg, Cameron, Zemeckis, Donner, and more.
Perfect for movie lovers who want to refresh their classic film knowledge in under 2 minutes.

Many of the most influential films in modern cinema history were created during the 1980s,
a period defined by bold storytelling, groundbreaking visual effects, and the rise of blockbuster directors.
Steven Spielberg helped shape family adventure films with E.T. and action-adventure classics like Raiders of the Lost Ark.
James Cameron pushed the boundaries of sci-fi with The Terminator, while Robert Zemeckis blended humor,
science fiction, and emotion to create Back to the Future.

Other directors left permanent marks as well—John McTiernan’s Die Hard redefined the action genre,
Richard Donner brought fantasy adventure to young audiences with The Goonies,
and Jim Henson gave the decade a magical, musical cult classic with Labyrinth.

These films were more than entertainment; they shaped global pop culture, set new cinematic standards,
and created characters and stories that remain timeless.
This quiz gives you a fun, fast refresher on some of the greatest filmmaker–movie pairs of the decade.