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Massey's Classic Film Quiz Challenges Movie Buffs
From Gone With the Wind to One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, how many lead actors can you name?
Apr. 8, 2026 at 2:10pm
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Evan Massey, a retired Galesburg High School girls basketball coach and regular contributor to WGIL, has released his 40th classic film quiz, challenging readers to name the lead actors in some of Hollywood's most iconic movies. The quiz covers a range of classic films from the 1930s to the 1970s, testing movie buffs' knowledge of legendary performers like Vivien Leigh, Humphrey Bogart, and Jack Nicholson.
Why it matters
Massey's film quizzes have become a beloved tradition for WGIL's readers, providing a fun way for movie fans to test their cinematic knowledge and connect with the golden age of Hollywood. The quiz not only celebrates classic films but also highlights the enduring legacies of the actors who brought these iconic characters to life.
The details
The quiz features 20 classic films, ranging from Gone With the Wind and The Wizard of Oz to The Godfather and One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. For each film, Massey provides the title and asks readers to name the lead actor or actress. Readers can then check their answers against the key at the end of the quiz, which reveals the names of the legendary performers who starred in these timeless movies.
- Massey's classic film quiz was published on WGIL.com on April 8, 2026.
The players
Evan Massey
A retired Galesburg High School girls basketball coach and one of the most successful coaches in Illinois history, Massey is a regular contributor to WGIL and the author of the popular classic film quiz series.
WGIL
A local radio station in Galesburg, Illinois, that publishes Massey's film quizzes as part of its entertainment and culture coverage.
What they’re saying
“What's the last movie you stayed awake through the whole thing?”
— Evan Massey, Quiz Author
What’s next
Readers can share their quiz scores on the Massey Basketball blog or the WGIL Facebook page, continuing the tradition of engaging with the classic film trivia.
The takeaway
Massey's classic film quiz series celebrates the enduring legacy of Hollywood's golden age, challenging readers to test their knowledge of legendary actors and iconic movies. The quiz provides a fun way for movie buffs to connect with the timeless stories and performances that have captivated audiences for generations.
