Zorros Trivia Quiz

Answer: Douglas Fairbanks

This represents the first appearance of Zorro on the screen and was based on the short story "The Curse of Capistrano"(1919) by Johnston McCulley. As was common with other silent movies, inter-titles (cards with brief pieces of text) are included. In the DC Comics universe, Bruce Wayne watched a version of "The Mark of Zorro" shortly before his parents were killed during a robbery.

When Batman/Bruce Wayne was created in 1939, this was the only version of the motion picture yet produced. Douglas Fairbanks (1883-1939) was a major motion picture star of the silent film era, with his other credits including "The Three Musketeers" (1921), "Robin Hood" (1922), and "The Thief of Baghdad" (1924).

Answer: Ruben Gomez

Debbie Gibson co-starred as Carlotta along with Ruben Gomez as the title character in "Z--The Masked Musical". Staged productions of the musical occurred in 2000 and 2013. The musical includes the songs "Tears of Sorrow" and "We Must Do What We Do". Ruben Gomez (born 1975) is a singer-songwriter who was a former member of the boy band Menudo.

Answer: Michael Gough

"The New Adventures of Zorro" lasted for one season and 26 episodes. The series included features of science fiction and fantasy that are not usually part of the Zorro universe. Michael Gough (born 1956) is a voice actor who has voiced characters in many animated series and video games including the "Shrek" series of video games.

Answer: Antonio Banderas

"The Legend of Zorro" was a sequel to "The Mask of Zorro" (1998). The film is set during the period when California is becoming part of the United States. In addition to the usual parts of the Zorro legend, the film includes explosives, the Transcontinental Railroad, the Confederacy, and Pinkerton detectives. Starring Antonio Banderas and Catherine Zeta-Jones, the film was a reasonable financial success if not generally reviewed positively. Antonio Banderas (born 1960) is an actor whose other works include the motion pictures "Spy Kids" (2001) and "Shrek 2" (2004).

Answer: Matt Rawle

"Zorro" ran for nine months in London before beginning an international tour. The musical was inspired by the 2005 fictional biography "Zorro". The show was critically praised for many features including its flamenco-flavored score as well as being a financial success. Matt Rawle (born 1974) is an actor who has primarily worked in theater including revivals of "Into the Woods" and "Evita".

Answer: Duncan Regehr

"The New Zorro" was one of several names by which this series was known, including simply "Zorro". Eighty eight episodes were produced over four seasons and it was filmed in Spain. There are some differences between this series and the traditional version of Zorro including his horse being called Toronado rather than Tornado. Duncan Regehr (born 1952) is an actor who has also appeared in the television series "Wizards and Warriors" (1983) and the motion picture "The Monster Squad" (1987).

Answer: Reed Hadley

"Zorro's Fighting Legion" was a twelve part serial released by Republic Films. Each episode of the serial included at least one character who was killed just before he or she could reveal the secret identity of the villain, Don Del Oro. The serial was one of several featuring Zorro released by Republic Films in the 1930s and 1940s. Reed Hadley (1911-1974) was an actor who appeared on television, on the radio, and in the movies, including the radio series "Frontier Town" and the television series "Rocket Squad".

Answer: Val Kilmer

This audio adaptation of "The Curse of Capistrano" was produced to sound like a vintage radio drama. Actors Armin Shimmerman and Mishach Taylor, among others, also voiced characters in this generally well-received adaptation. Val Kilmer (born 1959) is an actor who has also appeared in motion pictures such as "Top Gun" (1986) and "The Doors" (1991).

Answer: Guy Williams

Seventy-eight episodes over two season (plus four follow-up specials) were produced of "Zorro" by Walt Disney Productions. Plot threads would extend through several episodes giving the television series a movie serial-like feel. Though the series was popular, it was cancelled because of a disputer over who owned the rights to Zorro. Guy Williams (1924-1989) was an actor who was also well known for portraying the Robinson family father on the television series "Lost in Space" (1965-1968).

Answer: George Hamilton

George Hamilton plays two roles in "Zorro, the Gay Blade"--Zorro/Don Diego and his homosexual twin brother Ramon, who fills in temporarily for the injured Zorro. Though not particularly successful financially, George Hamilton received generally positive reviews for his performance. George Hamilton (born 1939) is an actor who has also appeared in such as "Love at First Bite" (1979) and "Doc Hollywood" (1991).