15 Question Hans Zimmer Trivia Quiz (Multiple Choice)

Are you a fan of mesmerizing movie scores and captivating compositions? If so, you’re in for a treat with our Hans Zimmer Trivia Quiz! This renowned composer has created some of the most memorable soundtracks in film history, and now it’s your turn to test your knowledge on his incredible career.

This 15-question, multiple-choice quiz will challenge your expertise on everything Zimmer-related. From his early days in the music industry to his most recent masterpieces, we’ve got it all covered. Get ready to dive deep into the world of this musical genius and see if you can emerge victorious.

Not only will you be quizzed on his iconic scores, but also on his collaborations, awards, and lesser-known facts. So, even if you consider yourself a Zimmer aficionado, you might just learn something new along the way. Don’t worry if you’re not an expert; this quiz is a fun way to discover more about one of the most influential composers of our time.

So, grab your headphones, cue up your favorite Hans Zimmer soundtrack, and let the trivia begin! Good luck, and most importantly, enjoy the musical journey that awaits you.

1. Which film score won Hans Zimmer his first and only Academy Award?
   • Inception
   • The Lion King
   • Gladiator
   • Interstellar
   The correct answer is The Lion King.
   Hans Zimmer won the Academy Award for Best Original Score for The Lion King in 1994.
2. In which year was Hans Zimmer born?
   • 1960
   • 1965
   • 1950
   • 1957
   The correct answer is 1957.
   Hans Zimmer was born on September 12, 1957, in Frankfurt am Main, West Germany.
3. What is the name of Hans Zimmer’s music production company?
   • Zimmer Music
   • Hans Zimmer Studios
   • Remote Control Productions
   • Score Factory
   The correct answer is Remote Control Productions.
   Remote Control Productions, formerly known as Media Ventures, is Hans Zimmer’s music production company based in Santa Monica, California.
4. Which of the following instruments did Hans Zimmer NOT play in his early music career?
   • Drums
   • Piano
   • Synthesizer
   • Guitar
   The correct answer is Drums.
   Hans Zimmer is known for playing piano, synthesizer, and guitar in his early music career.
5. Which British rock band did Hans Zimmer collaborate with for the film score of “Kung Fu Panda 3”?
   • The Vamps
   • Coldplay
   • Bastille
   • Arctic Monkeys
   The correct answer is The Vamps.
   Hans Zimmer collaborated with British rock band The Vamps for the film score of “Kung Fu Panda 3” in 2016.
6. Which director has Hans Zimmer frequently collaborated with?
   • Christopher Nolan
   • Quentin Tarantino
   • Steven Spielberg
   • Martin Scorsese
   The correct answer is Christopher Nolan.
   Hans Zimmer has frequently collaborated with director Christopher Nolan on films such as Inception, Interstellar, and the Dark Knight Trilogy.
7. What was Hans Zimmer’s first major film score?
   • Driving Miss Daisy
   • The Lion King
   • Days of Thunder
   • Rain Man
   The correct answer is Rain Man.
   Hans Zimmer’s first major film score was for the 1988 film Rain Man, directed by Barry Levinson.
8. Which video game franchise has Hans Zimmer composed music for?
   • Halo
   • Final Fantasy
   • The Legend of Zelda
   • Call of Duty
   The correct answer is Call of Duty.
   Hans Zimmer composed music for the Call of Duty franchise, specifically for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2.
9. Which of these films did Hans Zimmer NOT compose the score for?
   • The Da Vinci Code
   • Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
   • The Dark Knight
   • The Shawshank Redemption
   The correct answer is The Shawshank Redemption.
   The score for The Shawshank Redemption was composed by Thomas Newman, not Hans Zimmer.

10. Which film score earned Hans Zimmer his first Golden Globe Award?
    • The Lion King
    • Interstellar
    • Gladiator
    • Inception
    The correct answer is Gladiator.
    Hans Zimmer won his first Golden Globe Award for Best Original Score for the 2000 film Gladiator.

11. Which superhero film did Hans Zimmer compose the score for, alongside Junkie XL?
    • The Avengers
    • Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice
    • Spider-Man: Homecoming
    • Black Panther
    The correct answer is Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.
    Hans Zimmer and Junkie XL composed the score for the 2016 film Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.
12. What is the name of the band Hans Zimmer was a part of before his film scoring career?
    • The Buggles
    • Krakatoa
    • Tangerine Dream
    • Yes
    The correct answer is Krakatoa.
    Before his film scoring career, Hans Zimmer was a member of the band Krakatoa, which played experimental rock and fusion.
13. Which film did Hans Zimmer collaborate with Pharrell Williams on?
    • Hidden Figures
    • Despicable Me
    • The Amazing Spider-Man 2
    • Inception
    The correct answer is Hidden Figures.
    Hans Zimmer collaborated with Pharrell Williams on the score for the 2016 film Hidden Figures.
14. Which animated film did Hans Zimmer compose the score for, alongside John Powell?
    • How to Train Your Dragon
    • Kung Fu Panda
    • Madagascar
    • Shrek
    The correct answer is Kung Fu Panda.
    Hans Zimmer and John Powell composed the score for the 2008 animated film Kung Fu Panda.
15. Which of these films did Hans Zimmer NOT compose the score for?
    • Dunkirk
    • Blade Runner 2049
    • 12 Years a Slave
    • The Thin Red Line
    The correct answer is Blade Runner 2049.
    The score for Blade Runner 2049 was composed by Hans Zimmer and Benjamin Wallfisch, not Hans Zimmer alone.