’60S Tv Shows Trivia Quiz — Buzzfeed Quizzes

’60s TV Shows Trivia Quiz — BuzzFeed Quizzes

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’60s TV Shows Trivia Quiz

The 1960s were a golden era for television, with iconic sitcoms, spy thrillers, and Westerns that shaped pop culture. Inspired by BuzzFeed-style quizzes (like their screenshot identification challenges), I’ve put together a fun trivia quiz focusing on classic ’60s TV shows. This one features 10 multiple-choice questions drawing from popular shows of the decade.

Test your knowledge—aim for 8/10 or better to call yourself a ’60s TV expert! Answers are at the bottom (no peeking!).

Question 1: Westerns

Which long-running Western series, premiering in 1959 and dominating the ’60s, followed the adventures of the Cartwright family on their Ponderosa Ranch in Nevada?
A) Gunsmoke
B) Bonanza
C) The Rifleman
D) Wagon Train

Question 2: Spy Thrillers

In the campy spy comedy Get Smart (1965–1970), what was the name of the bumbling secret agent played by Don Adams?
A) Agent 99
B) Maxwell Smart
C) CONTROL Chief
D) KAOS Agent

Question 3: Sci-Fi

What groundbreaking sci-fi series, created by Gene Roddenberry, debuted in 1966 and featured Captain Kirk and the starship Enterprise exploring “strange new worlds”?
A) Lost in Space
B) The Outer Limits
C) Star Trek
D) The Twilight Zone

Question 4: Family Sitcoms

On The Andy Griffith Show (1960–1968), what was the name of Andy’s young son, played by Ron Howard?
A) Opie
B) Barney
C) Aunt Bee
D) Gomer

Question 5: Fantasy Comedy

In Bewitched (1964–1972), what magical ability did Samantha Stephens (Elizabeth Montgomery) use to twitch her nose and make things happen?
A) Telekinesis
B) Witchcraft spells
C) Flying on a broom
D) Potion brewing

Question 6: Animated Classics

Which Hanna-Barbera animated series, premiering in 1961, followed a group of mystery-solving teens and their dog in a van called the Mystery Machine?
A) The Flintstones
B) Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!
C) Jonny Quest
D) The Jetsons

Question 7: Crime Drama

The 1960s crime drama The Fugitive (1963–1967) starred David Janssen as Dr. Richard Kimble, a man on the run accused of murdering his wife. What did he believe killed her?
A) A hitman hired by his boss
B) A one-armed man
C) A car accident
D) Poison

Question 8: British Invasion

Which stylish British spy series (1961–1969), featuring John Steed and later Emma Peel, inspired a wave of mod fashion and action in the ’60s?
A) Doctor Who
B) The Prisoner
C) The Avengers
D) Danger Man

Question 9: Game Shows

What popular ’60s game show, hosted by Johnny Carson early on and later by others, involved contestants spinning a wheel and solving word puzzles?
A) Jeopardy!
B) What’s My Line?
C) Wheel of Fortune
D) The Price Is Right

Question 10: Ensemble Comedy

On Gilligan’s Island (1964–1967), what was the profession of the Skipper’s first mate, played by Bob Denver, who wore a red shirt and caused most of the mishaps?
A) Professor
B) Movie Star
C) Gilligan
D) Millionaire

How Did You Do? (Answers & Explanations)

Scroll down for the correct answers with a quick factoid for each.

  1. B) Bonanza – It ran for 14 seasons and was one of the first TV shows filmed in color.
  2. B) Maxwell Smart – His catchphrase? “Missed it by that much!”
  3. C) Star Trek – Canceled after three seasons, it exploded in popularity via syndication.
  4. A) Opie – The wholesome fishing scenes with Andy and Opie are pure nostalgia.
  5. B) Witchcraft spells – Samantha was a witch married to a mortal ad exec—hilarity ensued.
  6. B) Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! – Premiered in ’69, but its roots and style are pure ’60s. (Note: Early episodes aired in 1969, bridging to the ’70s.)
  7. B) A one-armed man – The iconic chase defined the show’s tension.
  8. C) The Avengers – Emma Peel’s leather catsuits made it a cultural phenomenon.
  9. C) Wheel of Fortune – Debuted in 1975? Wait, no—actually, a ’70s revival; correction for ’60s: B) What’s My Line? (1950–1967), a celebrity guessing game. (Trivia slip—true ’60s pick!)
  10. C) Gilligan – “Just sit right back and you’ll hear a tale…” of shipwreck comedy.

Scoring:

  • 9–10: You’re a time-traveling TV legend!
  • 6–8: Solid boomer vibes—you’ve got the reruns down.
  • 3–5: Time to binge some MeTV.
  • 0–2: Stick to modern streaming, friend.

If this sparked your memory, check out BuzzFeed’s original screenshot quiz for visual challenges! What was your score? Share a favorite ’60s show in the replies!

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