Can You Name These Hollywood B-List Actors?

Do you consider yourself a movie and TV buff? Do you know the names of actors better than the names of your immediate relatives? If so, put your skills to the test with the ultimate B-list actor quiz!

She danced with Mark Wahlberg in "Boogie Nights" and hung out with Austin Powers in "The Spy That Shagged Me." Who is she?

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Heather Graham rose to fame after her appearance in Drugstore Cowboy (1989). From there, she has been a successful B-lister without dipping her toes into the hyper-famous realm at all. 

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Heather Graham rose to fame after her appearance in Drugstore Cowboy (1989). From there, she has been a successful B-lister without dipping her toes into the hyper-famous realm at all. 

Who is the daughter of Lenny Kravitz? She most recently starred in a remake of High Fidelity.

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Zoë Kravitz is the daughter of Lisa Bonet and Lenny Kravitz. The 31-year-old rose to fame through her role as Angel Salvadore in 2011's X-Men: First Class. She has also been featured on Big Little Lies and Mad Max: Fury Road. Not to mention, she's the daughter of a LEGENDARY musician. 

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Zoë Kravitz is the daughter of Lisa Bonet and Lenny Kravitz. The 31-year-old rose to fame through her role as Angel Salvadore in 2011's X-Men: First Class. She has also been featured on Big Little Lies and Mad Max: Fury Road. Not to mention, she's the daughter of a LEGENDARY musician. 

Who played Kat Stratford in "10 Things I Hate About You?"

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Julia Stiles starred as Kat Stratford in 10 Things I Hate About You with the legendary Heath Ledger just nine years before his passing. 

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Julia Stiles starred as Kat Stratford in 10 Things I Hate About You with the legendary Heath Ledger just nine years before his passing. 

This award-winning actor played Mary Jane in the 2002 Spider-Man movie, but do you know her real name?

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Kirsten Dunst was the one who uttered the words "Let them eat cake!" in Marie Antionette. Currently, she's working on a show called On Becoming a God in Central Florida.

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Kirsten Dunst was the one who uttered the words "Let them eat cake!" in Marie Antionette. Currently, she's working on a show called On Becoming a God in Central Florida.

Who starred alongside Hugh Grant in About a Boy?

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Nicholas Hoult rose to fame from his roles in About a Boy and the British teenage drama Skins. He currently stars in The Great alongside Elle Fanning.

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Nicholas Hoult rose to fame from his roles in About a Boy and the British teenage drama Skins. He currently stars in The Great alongside Elle Fanning.

He starred in MTV's The Jersey Shore alongside Snookie, J-Wow, and Mike- The Situation. What is his name?

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Vinny Guadagnino was on Jersey Shore from 2009 to 2012. He recently showed up in the attempted reboot of the show, which ended up not going so well. 

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Vinny Guadagnino was on Jersey Shore from 2009 to 2012. He recently showed up in the attempted reboot of the show, which ended up not going so well. 

He is in the Kingsman, and he even played Elton John once. Who is he?

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This award-winning actor is Taron Egerton, who starred as Gary "Eggsy" Unwin in the Kingsman franchise.

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This award-winning actor is Taron Egerton, who starred as Gary "Eggsy" Unwin in the Kingsman franchise.

This actress is best known for playing Irna in the Twilight series. What is her name?

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Maggie Grace is best known for her roles as Kim Mills in the Taken trilogy and Shannon Rutherford in the ABC drama Lost. She also played Irina in the Twilight series.

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Maggie Grace is best known for her roles as Kim Mills in the Taken trilogy and Shannon Rutherford in the ABC drama Lost. She also played Irina in the Twilight series.

Who played Michael Scofield in Prison Break?

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Michael Scofield was the genius behind the prison break itself. Michael Scofield was played by Wentworth Miller.

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Michael Scofield was the genius behind the prison break itself. Michael Scofield was played by Wentworth Miller.

This actor played a gunslinging sentient android in Westworld. What's his name?

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James Marsden played the role of Teddy Flood on the HBO series Westworld. He also recently starred as identical twins Steve and Ben Wood in the Netflix black comedy series Dead to Me.

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James Marsden played the role of Teddy Flood on the HBO series Westworld. He also recently starred as identical twins Steve and Ben Wood in the Netflix black comedy series Dead to Me.

Who plays Catherine the Great in Hulu's "The Great"

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You might not know Elle Fanning as well as her prolific sister, Dakota. But, Ellie saw her streaming debut in the Hulu Original, The Great.

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You might not know Elle Fanning as well as her prolific sister, Dakota. But, Ellie saw her streaming debut in the Hulu Original, The Great.

You know him from Gilmore Girls and another legendary television show that you should know. C'mon, what's his name?

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Jared Padalecki is best known for playing the role of Sam Winchester on Supernatural alongside Jensen Ackles. We love him, you love him, the world loves him, but most don't know who he is. 

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Jared Padalecki is best known for playing the role of Sam Winchester on Supernatural alongside Jensen Ackles. We love him, you love him, the world loves him, but most don't know who he is. 

This actor started his career in stage but eventually transitioned to Hollywood through the independent film circuit. What's his name?

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Liev Schreiber has appeared in films like Spotlight (2015) and The Manchurian Candidate (2004). He is also a director and producer, having worked on projects such as Everything Is Illuminated (2005).

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Liev Schreiber has appeared in films like Spotlight (2015) and The Manchurian Candidate (2004). He is also a director and producer, having worked on projects such as Everything Is Illuminated (2005).

She played Velma in the live-action Scooby-Doo movies. What's her real name?

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Linda Cardellini has most recently starred alongside Christina Applegate in Dead to Me, a tragicomedy about a friendship between two women that blossoms after a terrible accident.

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Linda Cardellini has most recently starred alongside Christina Applegate in Dead to Me, a tragicomedy about a friendship between two women that blossoms after a terrible accident.

She played Lydia Martin in MTV's legendary teen-drama: Teen Wolf. What's her real name?

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Holland Roden plays Lydia Martin on MTV's Teen Wolf, a popular girl at Beacon Hill High School who tries to downplay her intelligence. In reality, she's a brilliant actor and an incredible person. 

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Holland Roden plays Lydia Martin on MTV's Teen Wolf, a popular girl at Beacon Hill High School who tries to downplay her intelligence. In reality, she's a brilliant actor and an incredible person. 

She was murdered in Texas Chainsaw Massacre 3D, and she played Annabeth Chase in Percy Jackson. Who is she?

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Alexandra Daddario has appeared in a number of movies, television shows, and music videos. She has just recently started to pick up steam in the film world, and it doesn't look like she's going to be slowing down any time soon. 

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Alexandra Daddario has appeared in a number of movies, television shows, and music videos. She has just recently started to pick up steam in the film world, and it doesn't look like she's going to be slowing down any time soon. 

This actor was born and raised in Hawaii. He played a character in Game of Thrones before he became Aquaman. What's his name?

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Jason Momoa has repeatedly reprised his role as Aquaman in the DC Extended Universe. He is also married to Lisa Bonet, making Zoë Kravitz his stepdaughter. Talk about a universal crossover!

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Jason Momoa has repeatedly reprised his role as Aquaman in the DC Extended Universe. He is also married to Lisa Bonet, making Zoë Kravitz his stepdaughter. Talk about a universal crossover!

This actress recently received critical acclaim for her starring role in drama series The Act, which earned her both Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominations. She's on her way to becoming an A-lister, who is she?

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Joey King has appeared in a number of films, none of them gaining a ton of critical acclaim and public attention until recently. With a name like Joey King, she was born for the big screen. 

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Joey King has appeared in a number of films, none of them gaining a ton of critical acclaim and public attention until recently. With a name like Joey King, she was born for the big screen. 

This actress was once a voice actor for Power Rangers Time Force, what is her name?

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Britt Robertson is the star of the 2015 movie Tomorrowland alongside George Clooney.

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Britt Robertson is the star of the 2015 movie Tomorrowland alongside George Clooney.

Which one of these ladies played Zoe in House of Cards?

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Kate Mara played Zoe, the enterprising young journalist that got a little too close to Frank Underwood's secrets. Just like how Icarus flew too close to the sun, Zoe got a little too close to the truth. 

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Kate Mara played Zoe, the enterprising young journalist that got a little too close to Frank Underwood's secrets. Just like how Icarus flew too close to the sun, Zoe got a little too close to the truth. 

This actor is on the fast track to becoming one of the most recognizable faces in Hollywood. What's his name?

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Chadwick Boseman plays T'Challa/Black Panther. Black Panther (2016) was one of the highest-grossing films of the year.

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Chadwick Boseman plays T'Challa/Black Panther. Black Panther (2016) was one of the highest-grossing films of the year.

Like many others, this actress got her start on the Disney channel. What's her name?

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Bella Thorne has appeared in a total of 38 films, including The DUFF (2015), Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip (2015), and Assassination Nation (2018).

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Bella Thorne has appeared in a total of 38 films, including The DUFF (2015), Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip (2015), and Assassination Nation (2018).

This actress is from Canada and her first role was as a line-less extra in Are You Afraid of the Dark? Who is she?

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Emily VanCamp rose to fame for her roles on EverwoodBrothers & Sister, and Revenge. She is also set to appear in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, an upcoming web miniseries on Disney+.

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Emily VanCamp rose to fame for her roles on EverwoodBrothers & Sister, and Revenge. She is also set to appear in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, an upcoming web miniseries on Disney+.

If you ever stayed home sick from school and watched Comedy Central daytime movies, you will probably know who this is...

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Kat Dennings had roles in Charlie Bartlett, The House Bunny, The 40-Year-Old Virgin, and Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist. Her prolific career mirrors her humble attitude. 

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Kat Dennings had roles in Charlie Bartlett, The House Bunny, The 40-Year-Old Virgin, and Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist. Her prolific career mirrors her humble attitude. 

This actress single-handedly could have ended the events of Game of Thrones in the 5th season. What's her real name?

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Gwendoline Christie portrayed Brienne of Tarth on Game of Thrones. She stands 6 feet 3 inches tall.

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Gwendoline Christie portrayed Brienne of Tarth on Game of Thrones. She stands 6 feet 3 inches tall.

Before she was Don Draper's wife, she starred in Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights. What's her name?

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January Jones's first award-winning screen appearance came when she was invited to play Betty Draper in Mad Men. 

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January Jones's first award-winning screen appearance came when she was invited to play Betty Draper in Mad Men. 

This son of a famous Swedish actor played Perry Wright on Big Little Lies. What is his name?

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Alexander Skarsgård earned a Primetime Emmy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a SAG Award for his role as Perry Wright, the abusive husband of Nicole Kidman in Big Little Lies.

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Alexander Skarsgård earned a Primetime Emmy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a SAG Award for his role as Perry Wright, the abusive husband of Nicole Kidman in Big Little Lies.

This actress and singer started on the Disney Chanel, but she later moved onto becoming the star of HBO's Euphoria. Who is She

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Zendaya has had a prominent music and television career. She followed the model that plenty of child stars have been following. If you make a name for yourself in the industry early, you can stick in it and really work to make the changes you want to see. 

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Zendaya has had a prominent music and television career. She followed the model that plenty of child stars have been following. If you make a name for yourself in the industry early, you can stick in it and really work to make the changes you want to see. 

What America's Got Talent host got fired for speaking up against racism? 

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Union was unceremoniously fired from America's Got Talent because she filed a lawsuit claiming that she was a victim of racism and prejudice. She filed this lawsuit three months ago, and her admittance will likely uncover a massive realm of tolerated racism in the reality TV industry. 

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Union was unceremoniously fired from America's Got Talent because she filed a lawsuit claiming that she was a victim of racism and prejudice. She filed this lawsuit three months ago, and her admittance will likely uncover a massive realm of tolerated racism in the reality TV industry. 

This actress and television personality got her start on The Real World: San Diego. Who is she?

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Jamie Chung is regarded as the most successful Real World alumna due to her career in media. She was able to flip out of the reality TV world into the film industry faster than most people make career decisions.

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Jamie Chung is regarded as the most successful Real World alumna due to her career in media. She was able to flip out of the reality TV world into the film industry faster than most people make career decisions.

He played Vincent Chase in the hit show Entourage. Surely you remember him. What's his name?

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You might recognize Adrian Grenier as the sous chef boyfriend of Anne Hathaway in The Devil Wears Prada. In real life, he isn't much of a cook. 

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You might recognize Adrian Grenier as the sous chef boyfriend of Anne Hathaway in The Devil Wears Prada. In real life, he isn't much of a cook. 

This actress got her start in Barbershop 2: Back to Business when she was just 11 years old. What's her name?

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Keke Palmer started her career super young, but she didn't garner national attention until she played Akeelah in Akeelah and the Bee for Disney. 

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Keke Palmer started her career super young, but she didn't garner national attention until she played Akeelah in Akeelah and the Bee for Disney. 

Before this actress was on Game of Thrones, she was a soap opera star. What's her name?

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Nathalie Emmanuel made her television debut in 2006 as Sasha Valentine on the soap opera Hollyoaks. In 2013, she was cast as Missandei, interpreter for Daenerys Targaryen.

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Nathalie Emmanuel made her television debut in 2006 as Sasha Valentine on the soap opera Hollyoaks. In 2013, she was cast as Missandei, interpreter for Daenerys Targaryen.

Before (and after) she played Cheryl Blossom in Riverdale, she was a  YouTube star. What's her name?

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Madelaine Petsch plays Cheryl Blossom on Riverdale, but in her personal time, she vlogs her exciting daily life. 

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Madelaine Petsch plays Cheryl Blossom on Riverdale, but in her personal time, she vlogs her exciting daily life. 

This actress could have been considered an a-lister many years ago, but nowadays she's been pretty absent. What's her name?

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Zooey Deschanel played Jessica Day on the Fox sitcom New Girl, which earned her an Emmy Award and three Golden Globe Award nominations. 500 Days of Summer was her introduction to big Hollywood, and that took her on the ride of a lifetime. 

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Zooey Deschanel played Jessica Day on the Fox sitcom New Girl, which earned her an Emmy Award and three Golden Globe Award nominations. 500 Days of Summer was her introduction to big Hollywood, and that took her on the ride of a lifetime. 

This British-Nigerian actor was a nobody until he got hired to play Finn in the Star Wars sequels. 

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On top of being a movie star, John Boyega is an activist and major advocate for societal equity. 

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On top of being a movie star, John Boyega is an activist and major advocate for societal equity. 

This former vet-tech student dropped a career in pet medicine to act. Who is she?

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Imogen Poots got her first taste of a major Hollywood production when she played Tammy in 28 Weeks Later

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Imogen Poots got her first taste of a major Hollywood production when she played Tammy in 28 Weeks Later

This actress began her career on The Suite Life on Deck. After that, she took on some more "adult" roles. What's her name?

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Zoey Deutch has most recently starred in the Netflix comedy series The Politician alongside Ben Platt and Gwyneth Paltrow. She was also in Zombieland: Double Tap, Set It Up and Buffaloed

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Zoey Deutch has most recently starred in the Netflix comedy series The Politician alongside Ben Platt and Gwyneth Paltrow. She was also in Zombieland: Double Tap, Set It Up and Buffaloed

This actor played Dean Winchester in the CW's Supernatural. What is his name?

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Jensen Ackles has starred as Dean Winchester on Supernatural since 2005. If you watch the show in order, you will see Ackles and his co-star Jared Padalecki age gracefully through their 20s. 

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Jensen Ackles has starred as Dean Winchester on Supernatural since 2005. If you watch the show in order, you will see Ackles and his co-star Jared Padalecki age gracefully through their 20s. 

This actress played the legendary role of Margaery Tyrell in Game of Thrones. Who is She in real life?

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Natalie Dormer has received widespread praise for her roles as Margaery Tyrell on Game of Thrones and Anne Boleyn on The Tudors. Her role as Margaery scored her two nominations for SAG awards. 

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Natalie Dormer has received widespread praise for her roles as Margaery Tyrell on Game of Thrones and Anne Boleyn on The Tudors. Her role as Margaery scored her two nominations for SAG awards. 

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