Paul Preston (The Movie Guys)

Top Performer

Los Angeles, CA

$300 and up

Travels up to 120 miles

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Paul hosting at a Movie Guys trivia night!

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Trivia night at Wildlife Learning Center, Slymar, CA

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Trivia Night at Black Cat Comics in Burbank, CA

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Paul with team trivia champs from April, 2019

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Some winners from the inaugural trivia night at Viva Rancho Cantina in Burbank, CA

Overview

Paul Preston of The Movie Guys has hosted movie trivia nights at comic-cons, screenings, pubs & virtually! Movie facts and figures of all kinds come into play, with shows catered to your time, audience and skill level, from straight facts to visual and audible rounds. Again, movies, 'cause...movies.

As an MC & comedian, Paul has hosted special events across the country to success, from livening up the traditional affair to bringing a unique comedy style to any event. Paul was a competitor in the world's largest movie trivia league, The Movie Trivia Schmoedown, and runs The Movie Guys (.net), focusing on movies & comedy, and is especially suited to hosting and moderating Q&As at film events


Reviews

10 reviews

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Vivian E.

April 19, 2026
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A Wonderful Trivia Host

Paul is wonderful! We hired him for a dinner party trivia night, and he was fantastic from start to finish. He was responsive, easy to work with, and incredibly professional. His trivia rounds were fun, well-paced, and engaging, and he did a great job keeping our guests entertained throughout the evening. He brought a great energy to the event and made the night feel special. I would highly recommend him for any private event or party.

Hired as: Game Show

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Paul Preston (The Movie Guys)

Too kind! It was a great night - PLUS, a tiebreaker round! Thanks for having me.


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Meagan K.

August 17, 2025
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Amazing and Creative Party Host

I hired Paul to run BINGO for my 40th birthday party and he went above and beyond! He was very collaborative, had great ideas, great communication and really made the party fun. He so flexible with timing and really created a fun energy for my guests. He had a great setup with sound effects and a mic and it really elevated the night. I would absolutely hire Paul again. This was a great experience!

Hired as: Game Show

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Paul Preston (The Movie Guys)

Aw, thanx for the kind words and my pleasure! Good people all over that party, that certainly makes my job easy and everyone really dug in to PLAY, which is a win for everyone involved. Have a great 40th year!


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Diane L.

January 1, 2025
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Wonderful trivia night experience

Paul was great. He has a very nice and had an even tone about him. His questions were challenging. My friends and I really enjoyed the night. I would highly recommend him.

Hired as: Game Show

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Paul Preston (The Movie Guys)

Thank you, Diane! Pleasure spending New Year's Eve with you.


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Donna W.

November 17, 2024
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Fun and different

Paul did my mother in laws 80th. It was the perfect entertainment for a multi age group. Everyone loved it

Hired as: Game Show

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Paul Preston (The Movie Guys)

80, but NO JOKE when it comes to trivia! Thanks for the kind words, I had a good time.


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Cameo C.

August 9, 2024
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Highlight Bonding Activity!!!

This was my first time using gigsalad to find an entertainer and I didn't know what to expect. Paul was FABULOUS! He worked with our budget, adjusted his TV trivia game to fit the age group of our team, and made the night so memorable. He has a bright personality and my team members absolutely loved him. I would rate him higher than 5 Stars.

Hired as: Game Show

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Paul Preston (The Movie Guys)

What a great night! I mean, settling the tied-up trivia game with a dance off was just awesome. Thanks for bringing me aboard!

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Booking information

Price range: $300 and up

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 150 minutes

Insurance: $2,000,000 - Northfield Insurance Company

Unions: SAG-AFTRA

What to expect

In a night of Movie Guys trivia, the game breaks down like this:
Round 1 - 15 questions
Round 2 - Visual or game round
Round 3 - Audible round
Round 4 - 15 questions
Within this structure - anything goes! I can do general movie trivia, I can make it specific to a genre, actor, time period - literally ANYTHING goes.
The show usually runs from ninety minutes to two hours and even that is customizable.
I can further customize the game, weaving in trivia about companies in the spotlight and/or guests of honor and prizes can be determined based on the theme/topic/client of the event.
With events close to L.A. where I can travel by car, I can bring my own audio setup with mics, speakers and a laptop (to run the audio portions of the games).
Call me. Let's get weird.

About

PAUL PRESTON (Creator, Host): Paul has over twenty-five years of professional hosting experience for clients of all kinds. He is also the founder, owner and creator of The Movie Guys, Digital Mind Productions, award-winning short films, original commercials and an ungodly amount of TV pilots, music videos and more. Paul has trained and worked at The Second City in Toronto & Chicago and has performed 1000s of sketch and improv shows across the country. His nationally-toured comedy show, “Preston & Volpe” booked for 12+ years, writing brand-specific original comedy for special events. Paul has appeared on film & TV in shows like “General Hospital” and “No Ordinary Family” and is a SAG/AFTRA actor with several commercial and voice-over credits. For more information about comedy and Hollywood, please visit your local library.

Additional booking notes

I can provide lights for an extra fee, but it's best to hold the event in a well-lit area where I can be seen. I'll provide my own audio system, as necessary.
Travel and lodging costs that would occur with long-distance gigs will be determined on an as-booked basis.

Services offered

Upcoming booked events

July 2026

23

Thursday

Nonprofit Event

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Sherman Oaks, CA

Past booked events

June 2026

07

Sunday

Graduation

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Los Angeles, CA

April 2026

18

Saturday

Birthday Party

8:00pm - 9:30pm

Los Angeles, CA

August 2025

16

Saturday

Birthday Party

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Los Angeles, CA

December 2024

31

Tuesday

Cocktail Party

9:30pm - 11:00pm

Encino, CA

November 2024

16

Saturday

Birthday Party

7:30pm - 8:30pm

Pacific Palisades, CA

August 2024

07

Wednesday

Camp Event

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Newbury Park, CA

July 2023

21

Friday

Retirement Community Event

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Ladera Ranch, CA

May 2023

08

Monday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Chino, CA

December 2022

24

Saturday

Christmas Party

8:30pm - 9:30pm

Beverly Hills, CA

January 2022

29

Saturday

Birthday Party

8:00pm - 9:00pm

Laguna Beach, CA

December 2021

19

Sunday

House Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Palm Springs, CA

02

Thursday

Christmas Party

8:00pm - 9:00pm

Newport Beach, CA

Setup requirements

A table and power source is all I need.

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