50s trivia inc.

1956: The original zombie movie debuts...no we're not talking about kids sleeping in class.

1952: The original version of this is distributed using REAL potatoes.

1959: Disney debuts this classic.  No, it's not a feature of the person dozing next to you.

<div>Slang:  "Cruisin' for a bruisin".</div>

Born in Tupelo, Mississippi, he became known as "The King of Rock 'n Roll".

Debuting with the Milwaukee Braves, in 1954, he ranks 2nd, ahead of Babe Ruth, for home runs.

Even though this dessert originated in the 19th cent., good ovens make this a 50's treat.

Slang:  "Ankle-biter"

Slang: "Kook" or "Kookie".

Considered one of the main figures of Rock 'n Roll, he died in a plane crash in 1959.

Slang:  "No sweat".

Even though this symbol gained popularity in the 60s and 70s, it was created in 1958.

Who is this singer?  Rumored to be portrayed in "The Godfather".

1953: Burt Lancaster and Deborah Kerr steam up the beach, in this film.

One of the most popular tv shows, ever, it aired in 1951.

His record label, Motown Records, is home to The Four Tops, Marvin Gaye, and Stevie Wonder.

Slang:  "Made in the shade"

1950: Magic slipper falls off, just before midnight, and we're not talking about the tourney.

Running back for the Cleveland Browns; is the NFL's 3rd leading rusher.

This actress made her screen debut in 1950, in "All about Eve".

This was invented in 1951.

1958: This opens as the 1st pizza "chain" restaurant.

Vanna...I'd like to buy a "z". 1950s are filled with scandals involving this.

This 1956 tv event created "The King".

Known as the "King of Soul", his music inspired Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, and Beyonce.

Even though this comic strip debuts in the 40s, the 50's tv crowd make it a huge hit.

Dr. Seuss makes his 1st appearance, in this book, in 1957.

Invented in 1956, this spurred the creation of Couch Potatoes.

She refuses to give-up her seat on a bus, to a White male, spurring the Civil Rights movement.

Slang:  "Nest".

This was the site of the 1st live coverage of an Olympic Games.

Slang:  "Peepers"

The Beatles, Elvis, The Temptations were all guests on this variety show.

Mr. Cub; the 1st African American to play for the Cubs; his 512 home runs is 21st all time.

Ray Kroc opens the 1st of his "burger joints", in 1955.

Slang:  "split".

1950: Kirby's Pig Stand is the 1st of these popular eateries.

"The Mik" dominated baseball in the 50s; he ranks 16th, all time, in home runs.

This man's style of music, with hits like Johnny B. Goode, defined rhythm and blues.

Slang:  "Heat".

He invented the 1st solid body, electric guitar.

1951: Disney debuts the movie version of this popular book.

1952: By wearing special eyeglasses, movie goers are able to experience this.

Before dying in a plane crash, he was the undefeated heavy-weight champ.

His death, in a car accident, shocked Hollywood.

This program had music stars from Elvis to Michael Jackson, perform live, weekly.

Slang:  "Get bent".

Speaking of 1953...Disney debuts the power of pixie dust, in this film.

Along with being a popular actor, his "wonderful life" included being a WWII pilot.

His musical style was a great influence on Elvis.

1959: She is 1st introduced. Surfer-dude "Ken" soon follows, to Buzz's dismay.

The majority of the 76 million people born in this group, were born during the 50s.

1956: Associated Artists Productions buys the tv rights for this comic...That's all folks!

1955:  Disney debuts this movie of 2 kids from other sides of the tracks getting hooked up.

1959: Not to be outdone, this pizza chain offers delivery service; less than 30 minutes or free

1952: Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds debut, playing in puddles.

This comic strip debuted in 1950...Good Grief!

1957: His hit "La Bamba" debuts. Unfortunately, he dies in the same place crash as Buddy Holly.

He is credited with the term "Rock 'n Roll", while working as a dj, at WJW, in Cleveland.

In 1954, the 1st scientific study linked this to cancer.

The "Good Ship Lollipop" had set sail, for probably the most popular child actress.

1958: This program starts, to explore the moon; cool shades soon to follow.

This opens to the public in 1955....M..I.C...See ya' real soon...K..E..Y...Why?  Why not?

Slang:  "Floor it".

This person made what many call the best catch ever, in the 1954 World Series.