The Pink Panther Films

Question 1

What iconic animated character is the namesake of the film series, appearing in its opening and closing credits?

Accepted Answer

The Pink Panther

Answer

Inspector Clouseau

Answer

The Pink Pantheress

Answer

A very confused jaguar

Question 2

Which actor is most famously associated with portraying the bumbling but persistent Inspector Jacques Clouseau?

Accepted Answer

Peter Sellers

Answer

Alan Arkin

Answer

Steve Martin

Answer

A mime trapped in a box

Question 3

In the original 1963 film, what valuable object is the Pink Panther diamond known for?

Accepted Answer

Its flaw, shaped like a leaping panther

Answer

Its immense size

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Its unnatural pink hue

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Its ability to sing opera

Question 4

Which composer created the instantly recognizable and energetic theme music for The Pink Panther franchise?

Accepted Answer

Henry Mancini

Answer

John Williams

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Ennio Morricone

Answer

A cat walking on a keyboard

Question 5

In the film 'A Shot in the Dark' (1964), Inspector Clouseau is investigating the murder of a wealthy Duke. Who is the primary suspect he repeatedly focuses on?

Accepted Answer

Maria Gambrelli

Answer

The butler

Answer

A disgruntled gardener

Answer

His own reflection

Question 6

Which of the following films was a reboot of the franchise, starring Steve Martin as Inspector Clouseau?

Accepted Answer

The Pink Panther (2006)

Answer

Trail of the Pink Panther

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Curse of the Pink Panther

Answer

The Inspector Gadget Movie

Question 7

Beyond the diamond itself, what recurring element often causes Clouseau the most trouble in his investigations, usually due to his own clumsiness?

Accepted Answer

His secretarial assistant, 'Cote d'Azur'

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His long-suffering superior, Superintendent Dreyfus

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A mischievous street cat

Answer

His own shadow

Question 8

In 'The Return of the Pink Panther' (1975), the precious diamond is stolen again. Who is revealed to be the thief, disguising themselves to commit the crime?

Accepted Answer

Sir Charles Lytton

Answer

The Phantom

Answer

A rival jewel thief

Answer

A very convincing pigeon

Question 9

Which film in the series notably features Inspector Clouseau investigating a series of crimes in the Swiss Alps?

Accepted Answer

The Pink Panther Strikes Again (1976)

Answer

Inspector Clouseau (1968)

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Son of the Pink Panther (1993)

Answer

Clouseau on Ice

Question 10

The Pink Panther films are renowned for their blend of slapstick comedy and what other genre, often involving intricate plots and exotic locations?

Accepted Answer

Heist and spy thrillers

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Romantic comedies

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Westerns

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Documentaries about gemstones