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On This Day in 80s Movies

Step back into the golden age of cinema with our ‘On This Day in 80s Movies’ section. Every day, we revisit the film releases and cinematic events that defined the decade. From blockbuster premieres to groundbreaking achievements in filmmaking, explore the moments that made the 80s a landmark era for movies.

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On This Day: February 27 1987 A Nightmare on Elm Street 3 Dream Warriors Premiered in Theaters

On This Day: February 27 1987 A Nightmare on Elm Street 3 Dream Warriors Premiered in Theaters

On this day February 27 1987 A Nightmare on Elm Street 3 Dream Warriors premiered in theaters bringing Freddy Krueger back to the big screen in one of the most beloved entries of the franchise. The film took the series in a fresh direction blending horror with dark fantasy and introducing a...
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On This Day: February 26 1988 Frantic Was Released in the US

On This Day: February 26 1988 Frantic Was Released in the US

On this day February 26 1988 the thriller Frantic was released. Directed by Roman Polanski the film starred Harrison Ford in a tense mystery set in Paris alongside Emmanuelle Seigner. Known for its slow-burning suspense and atmospheric cinematography Frantic blended neo-noir and psychological...
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On This Day: February 26 1982 Evilspeak Was Released in the US

On This Day: February 26 1982 Evilspeak Was Released in the US

On this day February 26 1982 the horror film Evilspeak was released in the US bringing a unique mix of satanic horror and early computer technology to the big screen. Directed by Eric Weston the film starred Clint Howard in one of his most memorable roles alongside R. G. Armstrong Joseph Cortese...
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On This Day: February 26 1989 Hairspray Premiered in Theaters

On This Day: February 26 1989 Hairspray Premiered in Theaters

On this day February 26 1989 Hairspray premiered in theaters bringing director John Waters’ unique vision to a wider audience. Unlike his earlier underground cult films Hairspray was more accessible but still retained his signature offbeat humor and social commentary. The film starred Ricki Lake...
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On This Day: February 26 1988 Bloodsport Premiered in Theaters

On This Day: February 26 1988 Bloodsport Premiered in Theaters

On this day February 26 1988 Bloodsport premiered in theaters introducing audiences to Jean-Claude Van Damme in his first major starring role. The martial arts action film became a cult classic and helped establish Van Damme as one of the biggest action stars of the late 80s and 90s. Bloodsport...
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On This Day: February 24 1989 The Toxic Avenger Part II Was Released

On This Day: February 24 1989 The Toxic Avenger Part II Was Released

On this day February 24 1989 The Toxic Avenger Part II was released continuing the cult classic story of Troma’s most famous mutant hero. Directed by Lloyd Kaufman and Michael Herz the film embraced the over the top violence comedy and absurdity that made the original a fan favorite. The sequel...
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On This Day: February 24 1989 Bert Rigby, Youre a Fool Was Released

On This Day: February 24 1989 Bert Rigby, Youre a Fool Was Released

On this day February 24 1989 Bert Rigby, Youre a Fool was released a musical comedy directed by Carl Reiner. Starring Robert Lindsay the film followed the story of a British coal miner with dreams of making it big in show business. The movie combined slapstick comedy musical numbers and classic...
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On This Day: February 24 1989 American Ninja 3 Was Released in Los Angeles

On This Day: February 24 1989 American Ninja 3 Was Released in Los Angeles

On this day February 24 1989 American Ninja 3 Blood Hunt was released in Los Angeles continuing the martial arts action franchise. This installment introduced a new lead with David Bradley taking over the main role while Steve James returned as Curtis Jackson. Directed by Cedric Sundstrom the...
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On This Day: February 22 1985 Into the Night Premiered in Theaters

On This Day: February 22 1985 Into the Night Premiered in Theaters

On this day February 22 1985 the crime thriller Into the Night premiered in theaters. Directed by John Landis, the film starred Jeff Goldblum as an insomniac aerospace engineer who gets caught up in a dangerous underworld after meeting a mysterious woman played by Michelle Pfeiffer. Blending...
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On This Day: February 22 1985 Brazil Premiered in the UK

On This Day: February 22 1985 Brazil Premiered in the UK

On this day February 22 1985 the dystopian sci-fi masterpiece Brazil premiered in the UK. Directed by Terry Gilliam, the film starred Jonathan Pryce, Robert De Niro, Kim Greist, Michael Palin, Katherine Helmond, Bob Hoskins, and Ian Holm, bringing to life a darkly satirical vision of a...
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On This Day: February 21, 1986 - The Hitcher Premiered in Theaters

On This Day: February 21, 1986 - The Hitcher Premiered in Theaters

On February 21, 1986, the psychological thriller The Hitcher hit theaters, introducing audiences to one of the most chilling villains of the 80s. Directed by Robert Harmon, the film starred Rutger Hauer as the enigmatic and terrifying hitchhiker John Ryder, who torments a young traveler, played...
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On This Day: February 21, 1986 - 9 1/2 Weeks Premiered in Theaters

On This Day: February 21, 1986 - 9 1/2 Weeks Premiered in Theaters

On February 21, 1986, the steamy erotic drama 9 1/2 Weeks premiered in theaters, starring Mickey Rourke and Kim Basinger in one of the most controversial and talked-about films of the decade. Directed by Adrian Lyne, the film explored themes of desire, obsession, and emotional control through...
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On This Day: February 20, 1987 - Square Dance Premiered in Theaters

On This Day: February 20, 1987 - Square Dance Premiered in Theaters

On February 20, 1987, the drama Square Dance premiered in theaters, featuring a talented cast led by Winona Ryder, Jason Robards, Jane Alexander, and Rob Lowe. Directed by Daniel Petrie, the film explored themes of coming-of-age, social class differences, and personal struggles in small-town...
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On This Day: February 20, 1987 - Death Before Dishonor Premiered in Theaters

On This Day: February 20, 1987 - Death Before Dishonor Premiered in Theaters

On February 20, 1987, the action-packed military thriller Death Before Dishonor hit theaters. Directed by Terry Leonard, the film starred Fred Dryer, Brian Keith, Joanna Pacuła, and Paul Winfield in a gripping story of honor, terrorism, and revenge. The film follows Gunnery Sergeant Burns...
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On This Day: February 19, 1986 Parting Glances Premiered in Theaters

On This Day: February 19, 1986 Parting Glances Premiered in Theaters

On this day, February 19, 1986, Parting Glances premiered in theaters, marking a groundbreaking moment in independent cinema and LGBTQ+ representation. Directed by Bill Sherwood, the film starred Richard Ganoung, John Bolger, and Steve Buscemi in one of his earliest and most memorable roles...
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On This Day: February 19, 1983 Betrayal Premiered in Theaters

On This Day: February 19, 1983 Betrayal Premiered in Theaters

On this day, February 19, 1983, Betrayal premiered in theaters, bringing Harold Pinter’s acclaimed stage play to the big screen. Directed by David Jones, the film starred Jeremy Irons, Ben Kingsley, and Patricia Hodge in a gripping drama about love, deception, and the unraveling of a marriage...
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On This Day: February 19, 1982 Death Wish II Premiered in Theaters in the U.S.

On This Day: February 19, 1982 Death Wish II Premiered in Theaters in the U.S.

On this day, February 19, 1982, Death Wish II premiered in theaters, bringing Charles Bronson back as vigilante Paul Kersey in the sequel to the controversial 1974 classic. Directed by Michael Winner, the film intensified the themes of street justice and revenge, doubling down on the gritty...
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On This Day: February 18, 1983 The Pirates of Penzance Premiered in Theaters in the United States

On This Day: February 18, 1983 The Pirates of Penzance Premiered in Theaters in the United States

On this day, February 18, 1983, The Pirates of Penzance premiered in theaters in the United States. Based on the classic operetta by Gilbert and Sullivan, the film adaptation featured an all-star cast, including Kevin Kline, Angela Lansbury, George Rose, Rex Smith, and Linda Ronstadt. The film...
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On This Day: February 18, 1983 Table for Five Premiered in Theaters

On This Day: February 18, 1983 Table for Five Premiered in Theaters

On this day, February 18, 1983, Table for Five premiered in theaters. Directed by Robert Lieberman, the heartfelt drama starred Jon Voight as a father attempting to reconnect with his children on a Mediterranean cruise, only to face unexpected challenges that test his role as a parent. The film...
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On This Day: February 18, 1983 Lovesick Premiered in Theaters

On This Day: February 18, 1983 Lovesick Premiered in Theaters

On this day, February 18, 1983, the romantic comedy Lovesick premiered in theaters. Directed by Marshall Brickman, the film starred Dudley Moore as a psychiatrist who falls in love with one of his patients, played by Elizabeth McGovern. The supporting cast included legendary actors Alec Guinness...
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