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This community is dedicated to the music, movies, television, games, radio, and pop culture that defined the 1980s. It is a place for people who lived the decade, as well as those who appreciate what made it unforgettable. Members use this forum to check in during live radio blocks, share weekly listening memories, and talk about what the music, shows, and moments of the 80s bring back for them. Guests are welcome to browse selected discussions, while full participation requires registration. If you would like to understand the intent behind this community and how it is curated, you can read more here: About This Community. Explore current conversations, share your memories, and take part in a community built around real 80s experiences.

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  1. On This Day December 22 1989 - Always Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 22 1989 - Always Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 22 1989, Always premiered in theaters, bringing a romantic fantasy story centered on love, sacrifice, and letting go. The film explored the idea of devotion beyond life, blending emotional storytelling with a gentle supernatural element that fit the tone of late decade...

  2. The Mean Season (1985)

    Title: The Mean Season Tagline: A time between summer... and murder. Genre: Mystery, Thriller Director: Phillip Borsos Cast: Kurt Russell, Mariel Hemingway, Richard Jordan, Richard Masur, Richard Bradford, Joe Pantoliano, Andy Garcia, Rose Portillo, William Smith, Lee Sandman, Dan...
  3. On This Day December 21 1988 – Talk Radio Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 21 1988 – Talk Radio Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 21 1988 Talk Radio premiered in theaters and delivered an intense drama centered on a shock radio host whose nightly broadcasts exposed him to rising conflict, obsession, and danger. The film followed his struggle as callers, critics, and personal pressures closed in...
  4. On This Day December 21 1984 – Micki and Maude Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 21 1984 – Micki and Maude Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 21 1984 Micki and Maude premiered in theaters and delivered a lighthearted comedy about a television reporter whose life spiraled into chaos after he became involved with two women who both ended up pregnant at the same time. The film followed his frantic attempts to balance...
  5. On This Day December 21 1984 – The Flamingo Kid Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 21 1984 – The Flamingo Kid Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 21 1984 The Flamingo Kid premiered in theaters and delivered a coming of age story about a young man who spends his summer working at an upscale beach club where he becomes drawn into a world of privilege, confidence, and temptation. The film followed his search for identity...
  6. On This Day December 21 1984 – Johnny Dangerously Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 21 1984 – Johnny Dangerously Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 21 1984 Johnny Dangerously premiered in theaters and delivered a playful gangster comedy that parodied classic crime films with sharp humor and exaggerated characters. The movie followed an ordinary young man who turned to a life of crime to support his family, only to face...
  7. On This Day December 21 1988 – Working Girl Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 21 1988 – Working Girl Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 21 1988 Working Girl premiered in theaters and delivered a smart, energetic comedy drama about a determined secretary fighting for a chance to break into the world of high level business. The film followed her journey as she pushed past office politics, personal setbacks...
  8. On This Day December 21 1988 – Beaches Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 21 1988 – Beaches Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 21 1988 Beaches premiered in theaters and delivered an emotional drama about two women whose lifelong friendship endured love, loss, success, and hardship. The film followed their journey from childhood to adulthood as they supported each other through major life changes...
  9. On This Day December 20 1989 – Roger and Me Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 20 1989 – Roger and Me Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 20 1989 Roger and Me premiered in theaters and introduced a striking documentary that examined the economic fallout in Flint Michigan after major auto plant closures. The film followed the efforts to reach General Motors chairman Roger Smith while highlighting the struggles...
  10. On This Day December 20 1989 – Born on the Fourth of July Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 20 1989 – Born on the Fourth of July Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 20 1989 Born on the Fourth of July premiered in theaters and delivered a powerful biographical drama based on the life of Vietnam veteran Ron Kovic. The film followed his journey from eager young soldier to wounded veteran confronting the physical, emotional, and moral...
  11. On This Day December 19 1986 – No Mercy Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 19 1986 – No Mercy Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 19 1986 No Mercy premiered in theaters and delivered a gritty action thriller about a Chicago detective who becomes caught in a dangerous conflict after traveling to Louisiana to investigate a murder. The film followed his fight for survival as he navigated hostile...
  12. On This Day December 19 1986 – King Kong Lives Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 19 1986 – King Kong Lives Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 19 1986 King Kong Lives premiered in theaters and continued the story of the legendary giant ape with a new adventure built around his dramatic survival and the discovery of a female counterpart. The film followed the efforts to save Kong through experimental surgery and the...
  13. On This Day December 19 1986 – Little Shop of Horrors Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 19 1986 – Little Shop of Horrors Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 19 1986 Little Shop of Horrors premiered in theaters and delivered a lively musical comedy about a shy florist who discovers a strange plant with an appetite that grows more dangerous by the day. The film followed his rise to unexpected fame as the plant’s demands escalated...
  14. On This Day December 19 1984 – The River Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 19 1984 – The River Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 19 1984 The River premiered in theaters and delivered a powerful drama about a farming family fighting to hold on to their land during a time of financial hardship and natural disaster. The film followed their struggle against rising waters, relentless setbacks, and the...
  15. On This Day December 19 1980 – Inside Moves Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 19 1980 – Inside Moves Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 19 1980 Inside Moves premiered in theaters and presented a heartfelt drama about a man rebuilding his life after a difficult setback. The film followed his friendship with a group of regulars at a neighborhood bar, each dealing with their own struggles while finding strength...
  16. On This Day December 19 1980 – The Formula Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 19 1980 – The Formula Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 19 1980 The Formula premiered in theaters and delivered a tense mystery thriller centered on a secret energy formula connected to powerful political and corporate interests. The film followed a detective who uncovered a dangerous trail of corruption while investigating a...
  17. On This Day December 19 1980 – The Jazz Singer Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 19 1980 – The Jazz Singer Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 19 1980 The Jazz Singer premiered in theaters and presented a modern retelling of the classic story about a young man torn between family expectations and his desire to pursue a music career. The film followed his struggle to balance tradition with ambition as he sought to...
  18. On This Day December 19 1980 – Seems Like Old Times Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 19 1980 – Seems Like Old Times Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 19 1980 Seems Like Old Times premiered in theaters and delivered a lively romantic comedy about a writer wrongly accused of a crime who turns to his ex wife for help. The film followed the chaos that erupted as she tried to hide him from her well meaning but overwhelmed...
  19. On This Day December 19 1986 – Platoon Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 19 1986 – Platoon Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 19 1986 Platoon premiered in theaters and delivered a gripping war drama drawn from the firsthand experiences of a young soldier serving in Vietnam. The film followed a new recruit caught between two opposing leaders within his platoon as he struggled to survive the...
  20. On This Day December 19 1980 – 9 to 5 Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day December 19 1980 – 9 to 5 Premiered in Theaters

    On this day December 19 1980 9 to 5 premiered in theaters and delivered a sharp comedic story about three office workers pushed to the edge by their selfish and overbearing boss. The film followed their unlikely partnership as they stood up to workplace mistreatment and transformed their office...
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