On this day, July 17, 1981, “Endless Love,” directed by Franco Zeffirelli, premiered in theaters. The film stars Brooke Shields and Martin Hewitt, with Tom Cruise making his debut and featuring James Spader. Although the budget remains unknown, the movie grossed $32.4 million at the box office. A notable highlight is the theme song “Endless Love,” performed by Diana Ross and Lionel Richie, which topped the American charts from August 15 to October 16, 1981.