35 Elf Movie Trivia Questions (With Answers!)

“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” But if singing’s not your thing, how about showing off your holiday movie knowledge instead?

*Elf* (2003) is one of the most beloved modern Christmas movies, filled with heart, humor, maple syrup, and a lot of quotable moments. Whether you’re a casual fan or a Buddy-level superfan, these trivia questions will test how well you really know this holiday classic.

Get ready to enter the candy-cane-covered world of Buddy the Elf with these 35 trivia questions—ranging from easy to tough—with answers included at the bottom!

🎄 Easy Elf Trivia Questions

1. What actor plays Buddy the Elf?
2. What’s the first rule in the Code of Elves?
3. What is Buddy’s favorite food group?
4. Where does Buddy grow up?
5. What color is Buddy’s elf outfit?
6. Who is Buddy’s human father?
7. What department store does Buddy get a job at?

🎅 Medium Difficulty Elf Trivia Questions

8. What name is on the tag Buddy wears as a baby in the orphanage?
9. What does Buddy say is the world’s best cup of?
10. What toy is Buddy terrible at assembling?
11. What does Buddy use to decorate the Gimbels store?
12. Who plays the store manager at Gimbels?
13. What’s the name of Buddy’s half-brother?
14. What city does Buddy travel to in search of his father?

🧣 Hard Elf Trivia Questions

15. What’s the name of the narwhal who says goodbye to Buddy?
16. What kind of animal costume does Buddy wrestle?
17. What song does Jovie sing to help boost Christmas spirit?
18. What does Buddy say when he answers his dad’s phone?
19. What TV network does Miles Finch write books for?
20. What kind of soda does Buddy chug in one sitting?
21. What does Buddy use as syrup on his spaghetti?

❄️ Lightning Round: Quotes Edition

22. Finish this line: “I’m a cotton-headed…”
23. “You sit on a throne of _______.”
24. “Smiling’s my favorite!” is said in response to what suggestion?
25. What does Buddy scream when he sees Santa at Gimbels?
26. Finish this quote: “So, good news… I saw a dog today.”

🌟 Bonus Trivia: Behind-the-Scenes Fun

27. Who directed *Elf*?
28. Which actor was originally considered for the role of Buddy before Will Ferrell?
29. What was the budget for *Elf*?
30. What famous Christmas special inspired *Elf*’s North Pole scenes?
31. Was *Elf* filmed on location in New York City?
32. What snack does Buddy offer a raccoon?
33. What does Buddy get as a Christmas gift at the end of the movie?
34. What’s the name of the book Buddy publishes at the end?

🎁 Answers

1. Will Ferrell
2. “Treat every day like Christmas.”
3. Candy
4. The North Pole
5. Green with yellow accents
6. Walter Hobbs
7. Gimbels
8. “Little Buddy Diapers”
9. “Coffee” (“You did it! Congratulations!”)
10. Etch-a-Sketch
11. Paper snowflakes, lights, and decorations
12. Faizon Love
13. Michael
14. New York City
15. Mr. Narwhal
16. A raccoon
17. “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town”
18. “Buddy the Elf, what’s your favorite color?”
19. Greenway Press
20. Coca-Cola
21. Maple syrup and candy
22. “Ninny muggins!”
23. Lies
24. “Make work your favorite”
25. “Santa! I know him!”
26. “…and it was amazing.”
27. Jon Favreau
28. Jim Carrey
29. About $33 million
30. *Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer*
31. Yes, partially
32. Gum
33. A snow globe of New York City
34. *Elf: A Buddy’s Tale*

Final Thoughts

*Elf* is more than just a Christmas movie—it’s a yearly tradition, a source of joy, and a reminder to hold on to childlike wonder. Whether you aced this quiz or learned something new, we hope it brought a smile to your face (because smiling is Buddy’s favorite).

Try these questions at your next holiday party, family gathering, or movie night. And remember: there’s room for everyone on the nice list.