In Maleficent (2014), Disney flipped the fairy tale on its head and gave one of its most iconic villains a powerful backstory filled with betrayal, redemption, and a surprising kind of love. With Angelina Jolie’s unforgettable performance, this reimagined tale of Sleeping Beauty became a story of pain, protection, and transformation.
But how closely were you watching the rise, fall, and rebirth of the dark fairy? Take this 10-question quiz and test your knowledge of curses, wings, and the true meaning of love’s kiss.
Maleficent (2014) Trivia Questions & Answers
- Who plays the title role in Maleficent (2014)?
Correct Answer: Angelina Jolie
Angelina Jolie completely transforms into Maleficent, blending menace with vulnerability. Her portrayal reimagines the classic Disney villain as a complex anti-heroine, earning praise for its emotional depth and striking visual presence.
- What kind of creature is Maleficent?
Correct Answer: A fairy
Maleficent is one of the most powerful fairies in the Moors. Originally a guardian of peace, her transformation into a darker being stems from betrayal, not inherent evil — a central theme in her redefined origin story.
- What is the name of Maleficent’s raven companion?
Correct Answer: Diaval
Diaval is Maleficent’s loyal raven-turned-servant, whom she saves and frequently transforms into other creatures. His wit and loyalty provide both comic relief and heartfelt support throughout her journey.
- What kingdom does King Stefan rule over?
Correct Answer: The human kingdom
King Stefan rules the human kingdom, which lies in conflict with the magical Moors. His betrayal of Maleficent — cutting off her wings to gain power — ignites the central feud between the two realms.
- Why does Maleficent curse Aurora?
Correct Answer: Revenge against King Stefan
Heartbroken and enraged after Stefan’s betrayal, Maleficent curses his infant daughter as an act of revenge. Over time, however, she forms a bond with Aurora, complicating her original intentions.
- What is the nature of the curse placed on Aurora?
Correct Answer: She will fall into a death-like sleep
Maleficent curses Aurora to prick her finger on a spinning wheel’s spindle and fall into a deep, death-like sleep — a curse that cannot be undone except by true love’s kiss, a concept Maleficent initially believes doesn’t exist.
- What can break the curse on Aurora?
Correct Answer: True love’s kiss
Maleficent cynically includes a loophole in her curse, assuming no such love exists. Yet, this clause ultimately becomes the path to redemption and healing when genuine love emerges in an unexpected way.
- What surprising twist occurs about the true love’s kiss?
Correct Answer: Maleficent’s kiss breaks the curse
Contrary to fairy tale expectations, Prince Phillip’s kiss fails. It is Maleficent’s own heartfelt kiss — driven by maternal love and remorse — that awakens Aurora, redefining what “true love” can mean in a modern fairy tale.
- How does Maleficent lose her wings?
Correct Answer: King Stefan cuts them off
In a harrowing betrayal, Stefan drugs Maleficent and severs her wings while she sleeps, offering them to the dying king to gain his crown. The act triggers Maleficent’s descent into vengeance and sorrow.
- How does the film end?
Correct Answer: Maleficent restores peace and crowns Aurora
By the end, Maleficent defeats Stefan, regains her wings, and lifts the darkness from the Moors. She crowns Aurora as queen, uniting the magical and human worlds, and departs with a renewed sense of peace and purpose.
