Welcome to our ultimate collection of A Few Good Men trivia questions and answers! Do you consider yourself an aficionado of this classic military courtroom drama? Can you quote Jack Nicholson’s iconic courtroom scene line by line, or know the ins and outs of Lt. Daniel Kaffee’s legal strategies? This intense film, penned by the legendary Aaron Sorkin and directed by Rob Reiner, has become a benchmark of the legal thriller genre.
In this trivia post, we’ll be exploring every aspect of the film – from behind-the-scenes details to the intricacies of the plot, and even the actors’ performances. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the movie or just someone who appreciates a well-crafted cinematic masterpiece, we’ve got some fascinating questions lined up for you. So let’s dive right into these 80 intriguing questions about “A Few Good Men” and see if you can handle the truth!
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1. Who wrote the screenplay for “A Few Good Men”? Reveal Answer Aaron Sorkin.
2. Who directed the movie “A Few Good Men”? Reveal Answer Rob Reiner.
3. Who played the character of Lt. Daniel Kaffee in the film? Reveal Answer Tom Cruise.
4. What year was “A Few Good Men” released? Reveal Answer It was released in 1992.
5. Who played the character of Colonel Nathan R. Jessep? Reveal Answer Jack Nicholson.
6. Who plays the character of Lt. Cmdr. JoAnne Galloway? Reveal Answer Demi Moore.
7. Which actor plays the character of Captain Jack Ross? Reveal Answer Kevin Bacon.
8. Where does most of the movie take place? Reveal Answer It mostly takes place in Washington, D.C. and Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
9. Who are the two Marines on trial in the movie? Reveal Answer Lance Corporal Harold Dawson and Private First Class Louden Downey.
10. Who plays the role of Lance Corporal Harold Dawson? Reveal Answer Wolfgang Bodison.
11. What crime are Dawson and Downey accused of? Reveal Answer They are accused of murdering Private First Class William Santiago.
12. What is the term used in the movie to describe the unofficial punishment given to Santiago? Reveal Answer Code Red.
13. What was Santiago’s ultimate fate? Reveal Answer Santiago died due to lactic acidosis triggered by the Code Red.
14. Which character was an advocate for taking a plea bargain in the case? Reveal Answer Lt. Cmdr. JoAnne Galloway.
15. Who says the iconic line, “You can’t handle the truth!”? Reveal Answer Colonel Nathan R. Jessep, played by Jack Nicholson.
16. Why does Jessep order the Code Red on Santiago? Reveal Answer Because Santiago threatened to expose an illegal fence-line shooting incident if he isn’t transferred out.
17. What is the name of the lawyer who initially recommends Kaffee to defend Dawson and Downey? Reveal Answer Lt. Cmdr. JoAnne Galloway.
18. Who played the character of Judge Randolph? Reveal Answer J. A. Preston.
19. What medical condition does Santiago suffer from? Reveal Answer Santiago suffers from a condition called lactic acidosis.
20. What’s the name of the doctor who testifies about Santiago’s medical condition? Reveal Answer Dr. Stone.
21. What are Dawson and Downey ultimately found guilty of? Reveal Answer They are found guilty of “conduct unbecoming a United States Marine.”
22. Which actor plays the character of Private First Class Louden Downey? Reveal Answer James Marshall.
23. How many Oscar nominations did “A Few Good Men” receive? Reveal Answer The film received four Oscar nominations.
24. Where did Lt. Daniel Kaffee graduate from? Reveal Answer He graduated from Harvard Law School.
25. Which actor plays the character of Lt. Col. Matthew Andrew Markinson? Reveal Answer J.T. Walsh.
26. Why does Lt. Col. Markinson commit suicide in the film? Reveal Answer He’s overcome with guilt about his role in Santiago’s death.
27. Who says the line, “I strenuously object?” in the courtroom? Reveal Answer Lt. Cmdr. JoAnne Galloway.
28. Who was the only actor to reprise their role from the original Broadway production? Reveal Answer Ron Perlman.
29. What’s the baseball glove used by Kaffee a symbol of? Reveal Answer It’s a symbol of his father’s influence and the expectations on him.
30. What is the drink Kaffee is frequently seen with throughout the movie? Reveal Answer He’s often seen with a cup of coffee.
31. Who won an Academy Award for their role in “A Few Good Men”? Reveal Answer None of the cast won an Academy Award for their performances in this film.
32. Who delivers the final line of the film? Reveal Answer Demi Moore’s character, Lt. Cmdr. JoAnne Galloway.
33. How does Jessep justify his actions during the courtroom scene? Reveal Answer He argues that the measures he took were necessary for national security.
34. Who does Kaffee credit for teaching him the trial strategy he uses? Reveal Answer His father.
35. What does Kaffee ask Ross to get from Jessep during the trial? Reveal Answer He asks him to get Jessep’s flight itinerary.
36. Where did Sorkin get the inspiration for “A Few Good Men”? Reveal Answer From a phone conversation with his sister, a military lawyer.
37. In the film, who was supposed to be transferred out of Guantanamo Bay but wasn’t? Reveal Answer Private First Class William Santiago.
38. Who plays the character of Captain Whitaker, the lawyer who helps JoAnne with the case? Reveal Answer Christopher Guest.
39. What does Kaffee refer to as a ‘galactically stupid’ idea? Reveal Answer Putting Jessep on the stand.
40. What rank does Jessep hold in the Marines? Reveal Answer He is a Colonel.
41. What does Galloway accuse Kaffee of, in regards to his approach to the case? Reveal Answer She accuses him of “laziness.”
42. How is Kaffee’s character established in the opening scene of the movie? Reveal Answer He is shown playing softball, establishing his casual and playful demeanor.
43. Who discovers that the transfer order for Santiago was never processed? Reveal Answer Lt. Daniel Kaffee.
44. Why does Jessep not approve of Santiago’s transfer? Reveal Answer He believes Santiago needs to be trained, not transferred.
45. Who admits to ordering the Code Red on Santiago in court? Reveal Answer Colonel Nathan R. Jessep.
46. What does Jessep claim to live by? Reveal Answer He claims to live by a “code” – unit, corps, God, and country.
47. Which character in the movie says, “We go in there, and we hit them with a brick”? Reveal Answer Lt. Daniel Kaffee.
48. What is the full name of the character played by Demi Moore? Reveal Answer Lieutenant Commander JoAnne Galloway.
49. What does Kaffee do to provoke Jessep into admitting that he ordered the Code Red? Reveal Answer He questions his authority and ability to control his men.
50. Who directed the original Broadway production of “A Few Good Men”? Reveal Answer Don Scardino.
51. How many times did Jack Nicholson rehearse his famous courtroom scene? Reveal Answer Nicholson rehearsed it 50-60 times.
52. What does Kaffee accuse Jessep of during his cross-examination? Reveal Answer He accuses Jessep of ordering the Code Red.
53. How does Kaffee react when Dawson and Downey don’t understand why they’re still in trouble after following orders? Reveal Answer He’s frustrated, telling them they failed to defend those who couldn’t defend themselves.
54. What’s the “car deal” subplot in the movie? Reveal Answer It’s a subplot where Kaffee negotiates the purchase of a car from a salesman.
55. What causes the jury to convict Dawson and Downey? Reveal Answer Their admission to performing the Code Red.
56. Which real-life military academy is seen in the opening credits? Reveal Answer The United States Naval Academy.
57. What does Markinson reveal to Kaffee and Galloway in his letter? Reveal Answer He reveals that Jessep ordered the Code Red.
58. What is the relationship between Lt. Daniel Kaffee and the late Captain West? Reveal Answer Captain West was Kaffee’s father.
59. How does the film depict military culture? Reveal Answer It shows the hierarchy, strict discipline, obedience to orders, and the pressure to conform.
60. How does the film end for Dawson and Downey? Reveal Answer They are dishonorably discharged from the Marines.
61. How many lines does Jack Nicholson have in the film? Reveal Answer He has 138 lines.
62. How many days did Nicholson spend filming his scenes? Reveal Answer Nicholson spent 10 days filming.
63. Who delivers the line, “I want the truth!”? Reveal Answer Lt. Daniel Kaffee.
64. Who played Private First Class William Santiago? Reveal Answer Michael DeLorenzo.
65. How did Kaffee get the softball that he carries around in the movie? Reveal Answer It was a prop added by Tom Cruise.
66. What makes Kaffee finally decide to put Jessep on the stand? Reveal Answer The suicide of Lt. Col. Markinson.
67. What does Kaffee ask Jessep that prompts him to say, “You can’t handle the truth!”? Reveal Answer He asks if Jessep ordered the Code Red.
68. How does Jessep react when he realizes he’s inadvertently confessed to ordering the Code Red? Reveal Answer He becomes angry and defiant, defending his actions as necessary.
69. What gift does Dawson give to Downey at the end of the movie? Reveal Answer He gives him his Marine Corps insignia.
70. How much did Jack Nicholson reportedly earn for his role in the movie? Reveal Answer He reportedly earned $5 million for the role.
71. Why did Lt. Cmdr. JoAnne Galloway want to take the case initially? Reveal Answer She believed Dawson and Downey were not given the legal representation they deserved.
72. Where does the final court-martial take place? Reveal Answer In Washington D.C.
73. What is the key piece of evidence Kaffee uses to confront Jessep on the stand? Reveal Answer Santiago’s transfer order.
74. What do Dawson and Downey believe they were following when they carried out the Code Red? Reveal Answer They believed they were following orders.
75. How does Lt. Daniel Kaffee treat his clients at the beginning of the movie? Reveal Answer He is dismissive and eager to settle the case.
76. Who shoots Santiago at the fence-line? Reveal Answer It was an unnamed Marine who is reported to have fired a warning shot at Santiago.
77. What strategy does Kaffee employ to pressure Jessep during cross-examination? Reveal Answer He attacks Jessep’s pride and integrity, provoking him to confess.
78. Which military code do Dawson and Downey violate? Reveal Answer They violate Article 133 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice – “conduct unbecoming an officer and a gentleman.”
79. Why was Santiago given a Code Red? Reveal Answer It was ordered as punishment for breaking the chain of command.
80. What is the significance of the white uniform worn by Marines during the court-martial? Reveal Answer It signifies the formal dress uniform of the Marines, indicating the seriousness of the court proceedings.
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