The Life of Keith David Trivia Quiz

Answer: The Thing

"The Thing" was about a group of men working an expedition in the Arctic. They find something that seems somewhat normal at first. As time goes by, they find out they unearthed an alien who can change his shape. This creates much paranoia among the camp members as no one knows who the alien is.

Answer: Platoon

"Platoon" was highly decorated winning several Oscars. It won Best Picture, Best Director (Oliver Stone), Best Sound and Film Editing. The two sergeants fighting over Chris Taylor (Charlie Sheen) are Sgt. Barnes (Tom Berenger) and Sergeant Elias (Willem Dafoe). Keith David plays the role of King, one of the men on the good side.

Answer: They Live

Frank Armitage (Keith David) and John Nada (Roddy Piper) have an epic fight scene that goes on for quite a long time. They work their problems and come to fight the aliens. As they gain more knowledge, they are able to fight better. Some say this is an allegory of consumerism and Ronald Reagan himself.

Answer: Dead Presidents

"Dead Presidents" takes place in the 1970s and includes many nice touches that stay true to that era. This is yet another film about a idealistic man trying to stay on top and do the right thing. Unfortunately, environment and upbringing can be hard to overcome.

Answer: There's Something About Mary

"There's Something About Mary" is about Mary (Cameron Diaz) and the many men who are obsessed with her. First there is Ted (Ben Stiller) who has been crazy about Mary since high school. Unfortunately, there was a traumatic experience that happened during high school which led to the two parting. Next, is Pat (Matt Dillon) who is a private eye hired by Ted. During his investigation Pat also falls for Mary and tries to woo her. Even Brett Favre gets into the action as an ex of Mary who is also still crazy about her.

Answer: Pitch Black

"Pitch Black" is about a group of people who are stranded on a planet where bad things happen when things turn dark. In total darkness, many large birdlike creatures scour the surface of the planet. It's a good thing that Riddick can see in the dark.

Answer: New York, New York

Keith was born June 4, 1956 in Harlem. Keith knew at an early age that he was going to be an actor.

Answer: Juilliard School

Keith earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts from Juilliard School in 1979. Before he started acting in film and television, Keith performed in "A Midsummer's Night Dream" and "Waiting for Godot" across the country, with John Houseman's The Acting Company.

Answer: Gargoyles

"Gargoyles" is a complex show with the use of dark themes, long and technical story arcs, use of character arcs to further explore the characters on the show, and a reliance on Shakespearean ideas.

The series features gargoyles that turn to stone during the day. After being in a state of suspended animation for 1,000 years the gargoyles are reawakened in modern-day New York City and come to defend New York against all dangers.

Answer: House of Mouse

"House of Mouse" is about Mickey Mouse and his pals running a dinner theater. Quite a few different animated Disney characters throughout the shows run. The episodes deal with Mickey and buddies trying to run the club. Classic Disney cartoons are shown between the action on the show.