Famous Directors Recall
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Who directed the 1975 thriller 'Jaws'?
About Famous Directors Recall
Give your memory a workout with Famous Directors Recall: 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty, free to play right in your browser. Match legendary film directors to their iconic movies Expect to spend about 7 minutes; every question comes with an explanation, so you learn something even when you miss.
A few sample questions
1. Who directed the 1975 thriller 'Jaws'?
Answer: Steven Spielberg
2. Which director is known for 'Psycho' and 'Vertigo'?
Answer: Alfred Hitchcock
3. Who directed 'The Godfather' trilogy?
Answer: Francis Ford Coppola
4. Which director created 'Star Wars'?
Answer: George Lucas
5. Who directed 'Citizen Kane,' often called the greatest film ever made?
Answer: Orson Welles
Frequently asked questions
Will I lose my progress if I close the page?
Your overall progress — XP, streaks, and badges — is saved in your browser automatically. A quiz that's underway restarts if you leave mid-game, but at about 7 minutes, Famous Directors Recall fits comfortably in one sitting.
How many questions are in Famous Directors Recall?
Famous Directors Recall has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is Famous Directors Recall free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Famous Directors Recall — is free, with no sign-up required, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded once.
How long does Famous Directors Recall take?
Most players finish Famous Directors Recall in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
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