Question 1

Spielberg is the godfather to which famous Hollywood actress?

Accepted Answer

Gwyneth Paltrow - He is also the godfather of Drew Barrymore

Question 2

How many director's commentaries has Spielberg recorded for his films?

Accepted Answer

0 - He famously doesn't like to pick apart his films.

Question 3

George Lucas originally wanted Spielberg to direct which Star Wars film?

Accepted Answer

Episode VI: Return of the Jedi - Spielberg was allegedly on board but it wouldn't work due to Lucas' dispute with the Director's Guild.

Question 4

Spielberg turned down the chance to direct which 90s disaster film?

Accepted Answer

Deep Impact - He produced the feature instead.

Question 5

In which year did Spielberg's theatrical directorial film debut?

Accepted Answer

1974 - The Sugarland Express was his first theatrical film, although the television movie Duel would be released in theaters after its success on the small screen.

Question 6

On how many films have composer John Williams and Spielberg worked together?

Accepted Answer

29 - They first started together for Spielberg's first film, The Sugarland Express.

Question 7

Although he moved around a lot as a kid, Spielberg was born in which state?

Accepted Answer

Ohio - Spielberg was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on December 18, 1946.

Question 8

Which of Spielberg's films features cameo appearances from him, George Lucas, Glenn Close, and Carrie Fisher?

Accepted Answer

Hook - Lucas and Fisher are a kissing couple that float as fairy dust is sprinkled on them

Question 9

How many Academy Awards was ET nominated for?

Accepted Answer

9 - Spielberg was, of course, nominated for Best Director for that film.

Question 10

How many extras did Spielberg used for the scenes of Omaha Beach in Saving Private Ryan?

Accepted Answer

1,500 - That scene alone cost approximately $12 million.

Steven Spielberg Quiz: Test Your Steven Spielberg Knowledge

2) How many director's commentaries has Spielberg recorded for his films?

3) George Lucas originally wanted Spielberg to direct which Star Wars film?

4) Spielberg turned down the chance to direct which 90s disaster film?

5) In which year did Spielberg's theatrical directorial film debut?

6) On how many films have composer John Williams and Spielberg worked together?

7) Although he moved around a lot as a kid, Spielberg was born in which state?

8) Which of Spielberg's films features cameo appearances from him, George Lucas, Glenn Close, and Carrie Fisher?

9) How many Academy Awards was ET nominated for?

10) How many extras did Spielberg used for the scenes of Omaha Beach in Saving Private Ryan?