The Legendary James Caan Trivia Quiz

Answer: El Dorado

The 1966 western film "El Dorado" starred John Wayne, Robert Mitchum and James Caan. The film was loosely based on Harry Brown's 1960 novel "The Stars in Their Courses". James Caan played a sidekick nicknamed "Mississippi" who associated with John Wayne's gunslinging Cole Thornton character.

Answer: Brian Piccolo

"Brian's Song" was a 1971 television movie recounting the life of former Chicago Bears football player Brian Piccolo. The story was told through the eyes of Piccolo's teammate and friend Gale Sayers. Brian Piccolo died of cancer in 1970. James Caan played Brian Piccolo in the television movie.

Answer: Sonny

The 1972 film "The Godfather" followed fictional Corleone crime family in New York City. James Caan played Sonny, the ill-tempered oldest son of the family. Caan was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for this role. Caan reprised this role for the sequel "The Godfather Part II".

Answer: The Gambler

The 1974 film "The Gambler" starred James Caan, Paul Sorvino and Lauren Hutton. James Caan played an English professor and gambling addict named Axel Freed. For his performance, James Caan was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Motion Picture Drama.

Answer: Funny Lady

The 1975 film "Funny Lady" was the sequel to the 1968 film "Funny Girl". Barbra Streisand reprised her role as Fanny Brice. This movie followed the life and career of actress Fanny Brice including her marriage to James Caan's Billy Rose character. For his performance, James Caan was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy.

Answer: Author

The 1990 film "Misery" starred James Caan and Kathy Bates. Caan played author Paul Sheldon. Sheldon had a terrible automobile accident right after completing a manuscript for the final novel in a series. Sheldon was rescued by a nurse who held the author captive when she found out the novel series was ending.

Answer: Yes

The 2003 "Elf" is a Christmas comedy film starring Will Ferrell, James Caan and Mary Steenburgen. Will Ferrell played Buddy, a human raised at the North Pole by Santa's elves. Buddy learned about his birth origins and headed to New York City to find his biological family. Eventually, his biological father, played by James Caan, accepted Buddy into his family.

Answer: Bottle Rocket

The 1996 film "Bottle Rocket" was the directorial debut for Wes Anderson as well as the acting debut for Owen and Luke Wilson. A directionless trio of friends developed a series of heists. They enlisted the help of former crime boss turned landscaper, James Caan's Abe Henry character. Abe Henry became a mentor, cohort and role model for the trio as they embarked on the series of heists.

Answer: Eastern State University

The 1993 film "The Program" followed the Eastern State University Timberwolves football team. Coach Sam Winters, played by James Caan, was under pressure to make a bowl game and manage his team. The team wins their final game to secure a major bowl bid.

Answer: Rollerball

The 1975 film "Rollerball" was a science fiction sports movie featuring the veteran rollerball star Jonathan E. James Caan's Jonathan E character was pressured by his team's sponsor to retire from the sport. After much resistance, Jonathan E led his team to a victory in the championship game.