Shane Trivia Quiz

Answer: 1950s

'Shane' is considered one of the all-time classics of the western genre, appearing in the top 50 westerns according to user ratings at the IMDB, and also appearing in the top 50 films of the American Film Institute's top 100 American movies of all time. And for good reason...this film has all the ingredients of cinematic greatness.

Answer: Alan Ladd

One of the great film noir actors of the 1940s and 50s, Alan Ladd began his film career at the tender age of 18 in 1932. Some other Alan Ladd films worth a look include: 'This Gun for Hire', 'The Glass Key' and 'The Great Gatsby'. An interesting tidbit...Ladd was born in Hot Springs, Arkansas and died in Palm Springs, California.

Answer: Wyoming

Specifically, Shane is filmed on location at Jackson Hole and Grand Tetons National Park, both in northwestern Wyoming just south of Yellowstone Park. The Grand Tetons are immediately recognizable and make for iconic scenery that is just as memorable as the movie itself.

Answer: Starrett

The Starrett family consists of father Joe, his lovely and charming wife Marian and their curious and playful son Joey. They are among several homesteading families who have put up their stakes near Jackson Hole, in territory coveted by the greedy Ryker.

Answer: Van Heflin

One of my favorite supporting actors of classic Hollywood, Van Heflin is typically marvelous in 'Shane'. He won his Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his performance in the 1942 film 'Johnny Eager'.

Answer: yes

Unfortunately for us, Jean Arthur decided to call it quits very early in her career. She was only 52 when 'Shane' was made, and in fact she was convinced to come out of retirement to make this last feature film of her career. Some of my favorite films featuring Jean Arthur include: 'Mr. Deeds Goes to Town', 'You Can't Take it with You' and 'Mr. Smith Goes to Washington', all directed by Frank Capra. Also check out 'The Talk of the Town', which features her with Cary Grant and Ronald Colman, it's quite memorable!

Answer: No

In fact, Brandon De Wilde was nominated for a Best Supporting Actor Oscar, but did not win. He became the youngest person ever nominated for a Supporting Oscar at the time, at only 11 years of age. He would eventually be surpassed by Mary Badham, who was nominated for 1962's 'To Kill a Mockingbird', and several other youngsters since.

Answer: Jack Palance

'Shane' was the second really noticeable role for Jack Palance (after his performance in 'Sudden Fear' the year before), and in fact he garnered his second of three Best Supporting Actor nominations for his performance as the amoral Wilson. Palance would have to wait another 39 years to finally take home an Oscar, however, for his comedic turn in the 1992 film 'City Slickers'.

Answer: Frank Torrey

With Torrey's death and the burning of one homesteader family's abode, Joe Starrett has seen enough. He prepares to confront Ryker face-to-face, but Shane doesn't allow it, knocking Starrett out after a lively brawl. Shane realizes that he is the only one with skills enough to face the deadly Jack Wilson, thus the physical confrontation with his erstwhile boss.

Answer: Shane! Come back!

One of the most famous movie endings of all-time, the final line of the film 'Shane' was placed among the top 100 movie quotes ever by the American Film Institute.

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