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Can You Guess the Movie Based on Just One Photo?

Updated: May 24, 2024

These aren’t the iconic scenes from your favorite films, but let's see if you can guess the movie after all!

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Guess the movie from just one frame

Who doesn’t love a good movie night? Whether it’s a heartwarming romance, a laugh-out-loud comedy or a gripping drama, there’s something for everyone. But, picture this: Instead of just watching passionately, why not turn it into an interactive game? Maybe a game where you guess the movie, perhaps?

Movie trivia buffs, this one’s for you. It’s time to test your knowledge and guess the movie based on a single photo from the film. Some of the best movies ever made are on this list—but they may not be so easy to identify without their most iconic scenes. You can guess the movie, share laughs and have a blast with friends all at the same time! It’s like adding an extra layer of excitement to an already awesome movie-watching experience. So, let the movie-themed brain game begin—best of luck!

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Kirsten Dunst And Tobey Maguire In 'Spiderman'
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What superhero movie is this?

Hint: The main character is a web-slinger.

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Spider-Man 

Tom Holland may be the new Spider-Man, but Toby Maguire will always have our heart.

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Willy Wonka
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What movie is this character from?

Okay, this one might be a little bit too easy!

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Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory 

Did you guess the movie on the first try? We hope so because this 1971 film is a classic for kids and adults alike!

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Akosua Busia;Desreta Jackson In 'The Color Purple'
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Do you know who these characters are?

What movie are they from?

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The Color Purple 

You guessed it! If you haven’t seen the The Color Purple 2023 film yet, watch the 1985 original first.

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"Charlie''s Angels" Publicity Stills
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What action-comedy movie is this?

The main trio were truly elite.

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Charlie’s Angels 

The 2000 Charlie’s Angels film has us wishing we were spies. Plus, Cameron Diaz, Drew Barrymore and Lucy Liu are what we call friendship goals.

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"West Side Story" Film Still
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Where is this movie scene from?

Hint: It features a young Natalie Wood.

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West Side Story

The 1961 film stole our hearts with the drama, musical scenes and romance.

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Titanic
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Can you guess the movie this scene is from?

Can you guess which 1997 film this scene is from? Hint: It’s a movie that actually didn’t get great reviews when it came out.

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Titanic

Jack Dawson, played by Leonardo DiCaprio, runs through the streets in this movie before boarding the Titanic. Not a bad start to a “guess that movie” quiz, huh?

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My Big Fat Greek Wedding
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Can you identify these characters?

Check out what the back wall says for a hint to this romantic comedy.

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My Big Fat Greek Wedding

In this romantic movie and cult-classic film, Toula Portokalos waits on her future husband and his friend at her family’s restaurant, Dancing Zorba’s.

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Clueless
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Can you guess the movie?

Which 1995 rom-com is this from? Hint: It made our list of the funniest movies ever.

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Clueless

Here’s a movie where the main character Cher loves to gossip!

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Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants
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Who are these two characters?

What summer romance is unfolding here on the beach?

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The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants

One of the “sisters,” Bridget, chats with her soccer coach, whom she has a crush on. The movie is one of the perfect additions to your pop culture trivia questions.

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The Fault In Our Stars
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Do you recognize this scene?

What movie is this mother-daughter duo from?

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The Fault in Our Stars

How easy was it for you to guess the movie? Hazel Grace picks out a dress with her mom in this tear-jerker flick.

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scene from the The Notebook Movie
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What movie is this?

Time to guess the movie hopeless romantics love. Do you know what movie this South Carolina–based scene is from? (Hint: It makes a great Valentine’s Day movie.)

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The Notebook

Movie lovers swoon over The Notebook‘s character Allie, as she dreams about her love for Noah.

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The Breakfast Club
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Do you know this film?

If you haven’t seen this classic ’80s film, you’re missing out.

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The Breakfast Club

She’s a basket case. But, that’s one of the reasons why The Breakfast Club is so good!

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The Princess Diaries
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Does this movie seem familiar to you?

The sequel is really good too.

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The Princess Diaries

If you haven’t seen The Princess Diaries (and the sequel) you should. Royal hairdresser Paolo can always save the day.

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The Greatest Showman
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Do you know this musical hit?

The soundtrack is also really good.

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The Greatest Showman

In this film, P.T. Barnum and Philip Carlyle cheers to the future. Plus, Hugh Jackman singing in a great musical? Yes, please!

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Forest Gump
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Do you know this classic?

Can you guess the movie where these little cuties from?

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Forrest Gump

“My momma always said, ‘Life was like a box of chocolate.’ You never know what you’re gonna get.”‘ Talk about an iconic movie quote! Thank you Forest Gump!

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The Hunger Games
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What movie is this from?

Notice the white rose on his jacket. Can you guess the movie?

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The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

President Snow addresses the crowd in The Hunger Games: Catching Fire. For some, the movie might be on their scary film list.

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Mrs. Doubtfire
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Do you know this one?

Look closely at their faces and you might get it.

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Mrs. Doubtfire

Mrs. Doubtfire is one of Robin Williams’s many iconic roles in classic family movies.

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27 Dresses
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What’s the name of this film?

Hint: There’s a number in the title!

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27 Dresses

In this romantic comedy, Tess and George listen to Jane give a speech at their rehearsal dinner—it didn’t go quite as planned.

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Pink Panther
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What scene is this movie from?

Hint: It’s an update of an old classic.

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The Pink Panther

This movie, where inspector Jacques Clouseau faces the press, is so cool, you might wish to see the iconic movie set in real life.

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