If you weren’t feeling it already, these 90s trivia questions were designed to give you serious Y2K envy. And if you’re up for the challenge, you can see just how much of a millennial spirit you have by asking yourself these hard-hitting trivia questions.
45+ 1990s Trivia Questions That Are Totally Major
Y2K is back in a big way. From the Free Brittany movement to Furby getting a redux, the last decade of the 1900s just won’t stay down. And we’re happy to resurrect its greatest moments with these challenging pieces of 90s trivia.
90s TV Trivia
When you think of 90s television, Friends probably comes to mind. But there’s a whole wide world of powerful shows you’re missing out on. With these 90s TV trivia questions, you can find something new to binge on and a few fun facts along the way.
How many seasons did the iconic sitcom Friends run for?
10
Which cartoon was famous for its ecoterrorist villains and catchy theme song?
Captain Planet
Charmed’s theme song is featured in what cult classic 90s supernatural film?
The Craft
Which prestige TV show debuted in 1999 and is considered by many to be the best television show of all time?
The Sopranos
Who’s behind the relentless dialogue in The West Wing?
Aaron Sorkin
What is the popular spinoff of Cheers?
Frasier
What show explored the trials and tribulations of Navy lawyers?
J*A*G
What popular sci-fi show features the iconic tagline “The truth is out there”?
The X-Files
What famous dance comes from The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air?
The Carlton Dance
90s Movie Trivia
Film buffs love to chat about pre-code cinema, classic Hollywood spectacles, and post-studio experimentation, but the 1990s hardly ever enters the conversation. We’re here to prove that the 90s was one hell of a decade for cinema with these movie trivia questions.
Who was director James Cameron’s first pick to play Rose DeWitt Bukater in Titanic?
Gwenyth Paltrow
How much screen time does Anthony Hopkins have in Silence of the Lambs?
About 16 minutes
Which famous composer wrote the score for Jurassic Park?
John Williams
90s actress Cameron Diaz’s first onscreen role opposite Jim Carrey was in what 1994 movie?
The Mask
The immunity potions on RuPaul’s Drag Race are inspired by what 1992 classic?
Death Becomes Her
Which teen comedy is to the 90s what Mean Girls is to the 2000s?
Clueless
Brandon Lee — an up-and-coming actor who was killed on the set of The Crow — was which famous actor and martial artist’s son?
Bruce Lee
Who was the youngest director nominated for an Oscar for Best Director for the film Boyz n the Hood?
John Singleton
Whitney Houston made her feature film debut in what 1992 movie?
The Bodyguard
What unanswered question still lingers on years after Se7en hit the big screen?
What’s in the box?
90s Fashion Trivia
From Olivia Rodrigo’s Clueless-inspired outfits to slouchy teen styles mimicking Y2K trends, 90s fashion is here to stay. Dip your toes in the wonderful world of fashion with these 90s trivia questions.
What fashion catalog was every teenage girl in the 90s subscribed to?
Delia’s
What popular drugstore brand gave the 90s iconic lip colors like Rum Raisin and Black Cherry?
Revlon
What Steve Madden shoe could you find in every teen rom-com in the 90s?
The Slinky
What type of heel was extremely popular in the 1990s?
Square-toe heels
What famous haircut came out of the hit 90s sitcom, Friends?
The Rachel
The black body-hugging dress that Princess Diana wore in 1994 to the Serpentine Gallery is nicknamed what?
The revenge dress
Which R&B icon was known for her tomboyish street style and ever-present crop tops?
Aaliyah
Which easy-breezy utilitarian article of clothing could you find gracing 90s runways and country pastures at the same time?
Overalls
Which short-lived pants did MC Hammer popularize in his “U Can’t Touch This” video?
Parachute pants
90s Music Trivia
The 1990s was a true melting pot of disparate musical acts. With grunge, boy bands, girl groups, and hip-hop coming into their own, there’s a wealth of music-related trivia waiting to be mined. Try not to sing off-key with these 90s music trivia questions.
What year did the legendary 90s band Nirvana break up?
1994
What MTV show could you tune in and watch your favorite musicians perform intimate, stripped-down versions of their hits?
MTV’s Unplugged
What was the name of the iconic punk band Green Day’s first album, which dropped in 1990?
39/Smooth
Sinead O’Connor protested against what alleged crime during a 1992 SNL performance?
Sexual abuse in the Catholic Church
What warning label was adopted in the early 1990s and put on “explicit” albums?
Parental Advisory stickers
It’s rumored that Alanis Morissette's breakup anthem “You Oughta Know” was written about which famous actor?
Dave Coulier
What are the Spice names of the five Spice Girls?
Scary Spice, Sporty Spice, Posh Spice, Baby Spice, Ginger Spice
Before he had a successful solo career, Justin Timberlake was a member of which 90s boyband?
*NSYNC
Which dance trend caught the 90s on fire in 1995?
The Macarena
90s Pop Culture Trivia
From Beanie mania to true crime throwbacks, there are some 90s pop culture moments we can’t forget. See how good your memory is with these 1990s pop culture trivia questions.
You had to get off the telephone if you wanted to do what in the 1990s?
Access the internet
What event were people terrified would happen when 1999 turned to 2000?
Y2K aka all of the computers in the world would self-destruct
What stuffed collectibles could kids and adults not get enough of in the 1990s?
Beanie Babies
Monica Lewinsky was slandered in the press for having an affair with which U.S. President?
Bill Clinton
What line did O.J. Simpon’s defense team use to encourage the jury to acquit him of the murder charges?
If it doesn’t fit, you must acquit
Princess Diana was killed in an automobile accident while being chased by paparazzi on what day?
August 31, 1997
What 90s brand is best known for its cutesy animal designs in a rainbow of sparkly, neon colors?
Lisa Frank
What mythic 90s McDonald’s order can you no longer get?
Super-sized meals
Which website launched in 1998 and is now a global titan of the digital industry?
The 90s Are Back in Town
For once, we’re glad that 90s kids won’t let you forget what the greatest decade in the history of the world is. So, grab a bottle of Zima and get ready to celebrate alongside them with these majorly awesome 90s trivia questions.
