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  1. Pete

    No Man’s Land Premiered in Theaters - On This Day, October 23, 1987

    On this day, October 23, 1987, No Man’s Land, directed by Peter Werner, premiered in theaters. Starring Charlie Sheen, D.B. Sweeney, and Randy Quaid, this crime thriller followed the story of a rookie cop going undercover to infiltrate a gang of car thieves. Despite its star-studded cast, the...
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    The Glass Menagerie Premiered in Theaters - On This Day, October 23, 1987

    On this day, October 23, 1987, The Glass Menagerie, directed by Paul Newman, premiered in theaters. The film, based on Tennessee Williams’ classic play, starred Joanne Woodward, John Malkovich, Karen Allen, and James Naughton. Despite strong performances, the film earned only $895,000 at the box...
  3. Pete

    Prince of Darkness Premiered in Theaters - October 23, 1987

    On this day, October 23, 1987, Prince of Darkness, directed by John Carpenter, premiered in theaters. Starring Donald Pleasence, Lisa Blount, and Victor Wong, this horror film blended science and supernatural elements as a group of researchers discovers a mysterious container with an ancient...
  4. Pete

    Twice in a Lifetime Premiered in Theaters - On This Day, October 23, 1985

    On this day, October 23, 1985, Twice in a Lifetime, directed by Bud Yorkin, premiered in theaters. The film starred Gene Hackman, Ann-Margret, Ellen Burstyn, and Ally Sheedy, and told the story of a man who leaves his wife after 30 years of marriage for a younger woman, leading to a family...
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    Silence of the North Premiered in Theaters - On This Day, October 23, 1981

    On this day, October 23, 1981, Silence of the North, directed by Allan King, premiered in theaters. Starring Tom Skerritt, Gordon Pinsent, and Ellen Burstyn, the film is based on the true story of a woman’s survival in the harsh wilderness of northern Canada. Despite its powerful performances...
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    The Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization (PATCO) Union Was Decertified - On This Day, October 22, 1981

    On this day, October 22, 1981, the Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization (PATCO) union was officially decertified following an illegal strike earlier that year. The strike, which began in August 1981, was broken by the Reagan administration after the majority of PATCO members refused...
  7. Pete

    Released Today Paul McCartney’s Give My Regards to Broad Street Soundtrack - October 22, 1984

    On this day, October 22, 1984, Paul McCartney released the soundtrack Give My Regards to Broad Street. The album, tied to McCartney’s film of the same name, peaked at #21 on the Billboard charts in the U.S. and hit #1 in the UK. The soundtrack featured re-recordings of classic Beatles and Wings...
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    On This Day Dollar Released The Dollar Album - October, 22, 1982

    On this day, October 22, 1982, Dollar released their third album The Dollar Album. The album reached #18 on the UK charts and featured hits like “Mirror Mirror” and “Give Me Back My Heart.” The Dollar Album showcased the duo’s polished pop sound, helping them continue their run of success in the...
  9. Pete

    Jinxed! Premiered in Theaters - On This Day, October 22, 1982

    On this day, October 22, 1982, Jinxed! premiered in theaters. Directed by Don Siegel and starring Bette Midler, Ken Wahl, and Rip Torn, the dark comedy followed a singer, a gambler, and a string of bad luck. Despite a strong cast and a sizable budget of $13.4 million, the film was a box office...
  10. Pete

    Halloween III: Season of the Witch Premiered in Theaters - Today, October 22, 1982

    On this day, October 22, 1982, Halloween III: Season of the Witch premiered in theaters. Directed by Tommy Lee Wallace and starring Tom Atkins, Stacey Nelkin, and Dan O’Herlihy, the film was a departure from the Michael Myers storyline, opting instead for a standalone story centered on a...
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    Prison Inmates Killed Two Correctional Officers at Marion Penitentiary - On This Day, October 22, 1983

    On this day, October 22, 1983, two correctional officers were tragically killed by inmates at the Marion Penitentiary in Illinois. The violent incident led to a nationwide shift in prison security and the eventual development of supermax prisons, where inmates are kept in isolation for 23 hours...
  12. Pete

    Vanna White Made Her Debut on Wheel of Fortune - On This Day, October 22, 1982

    On this day, October 22, 1982, Vanna White made her debut as the co-host of Wheel of Fortune, replacing Susan Stafford. White quickly became a beloved television personality, known for her iconic role turning letters on the long-running game show. Her charm and presence helped shape Wheel of...
  13. Pete

    Simple Minds Released Once Upon a Time - On This Day, October 21, 1985

    On this day, October 21, 1985, Simple Minds released their seventh album Once Upon a Time. The album was a commercial success, reaching #10 on the Billboard charts and further cementing the band’s global popularity. Featuring hits like “Alive and Kicking” and “Sanctify Yourself,” Once Upon a...
  14. Pete

    On This Day: Billy Joel’s “Tell Her About It” Hits #1 - September 24, 1983

    On this day, September 24, 1983, Billy Joel’s hit single “Tell Her About It” reached #1 on the US Billboard charts! The song held the top spot from September 24 to 30 and also hit #1 in Canada. Featured on his album An Innocent Man, the catchy, Motown-inspired tune became one of Joel’s signature...
  15. Pete

    On This Day September 5, 1986: Dire Straits Wins Big at the 3rd MTV Music Awards

    On this day September 5, 1986, Dire Straits’ iconic hit “Money for Nothing” took home the award for “Music Video of the Year” at the 3rd MTV Music Awards. It was a major win for the band, whose innovative video combined live-action and animation, pushing the boundaries of what music videos could...
  16. Pete

    On This Day, September 2, 1985: The Sitcom “Rocky Road” Premiered on WTBS

    On this day September 2, 1985, the situational comedy show Rocky Road made its debut on WTBS. The show quickly became a favorite, running for three seasons with a total of 71 episodes. Rocky Road entertained audiences with its light-hearted humor and engaging characters, leaving a memorable mark...
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