Classic Movie Soundtracks
1 / 15The music that made the movies unforgettable! Test your knowledge of iconic film scores and soundtracks.
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Who composed the iconic two-note 'Jaws' theme that made audiences afraid to go in the water?
About Classic Movie Soundtracks
Give your memory a workout with Classic Movie Soundtracks: 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty, free to play right in your browser. The music that made the movies unforgettable! Test your knowledge of iconic film scores and soundtracks. 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 composed the iconic two-note 'Jaws' theme that made audiences afraid to go in the water?
Answer: John Williams
2. The haunting zither music in 'The Third Man' (1949) was performed by which musician?
Answer: Anton Karas
3. Which composer created the memorable scores for 'Star Wars,' 'Indiana Jones,' and 'E.T.'?
Answer: John Williams
4. 'Moon River' from 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' (1961) was written by Henry Mancini and which lyricist?
Answer: Johnny Mercer
5. Bernard Herrmann composed the screeching violin score for which famous 1960 shower scene?
Answer: Psycho
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, Classic Movie Soundtracks fits comfortably in one sitting.
How many questions are in Classic Movie Soundtracks?
Classic Movie Soundtracks 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 Classic Movie Soundtracks free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Classic Movie Soundtracks — 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 Classic Movie Soundtracks take?
Most players finish Classic Movie Soundtracks 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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