Do You Remember 80s Movies? Then Match These Screenshots To Their Titles!
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The 1980s was one of the more unique decades in the history of cinema, and it was one that was filled with both amazing and terrible movies that fans have fallen in love with over the years. Even the films that failed to become hits during the decade ended up gaining massive followings over the years, and you could make the argument that the 1980s gave us the most cult classic films of any decade in recent memory. This films are still quoted to this very day, and the stars of these films can be found at conventions all over the world, connecting with the people that have kept the spirit of the film alive after all these years.
Because the decade had such a variety of memorable films, we went ahead and collected 50 of them to test your movie knowledge. Each entry will contain a single screenshot from the film, and this will be your only hint about identifying the movie. Sure, we could have given you several clues about each film, but because the decade had so many good movies, we have a feeling that you are going to do better than you think!
Can you pass this 1980s movie quiz?
Can You Name This Movie?
This is one of the best movies from the 1980s, and it isn't even close. How the writer was able to take a group of students sitting in detention and make it one of the most compelling films of the entire decade is something that goes to show you how immensely talented he was. This film is able to dive headfirst into the lives of people that we all grew up with and show them for who they are when they aren't trying to be the people that others expect them to be.
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When it comes to classic movies from the 1980s that people can watch time and time again, this film is near the top of my personal list. It is one of the silliest movies of the entire decade, but the performances that were given in the film were truly phenomenal. These two teenage boys were able to use a primitive computer system in order to design and bring to life their dream woman, and this led to them having one of the craziest times of their life. This movie is criminally underrated.
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Molly Ringwald was everywhere in the 1980s, and this film is just another example of her starring in hit film and her showing off how incredibly talented she is. Making your way through life during your teenage years can be one of the roughest experiences we will ever go through, and this poor girl has a ton of crazy things going on in her family life all while she is trying to enjoy her 16th birthday. This movie is filled with memorable lines and memorable characters, making it one of the best flicks of the decade.
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Many people will point to this film as perhaps the best that Molly Ringwald made during the 1980s, and for those of you who have watched this movie a million times, you will definitely agree with this assessment. This movie hit all the right notes when it was released, and it ended up becoming an iconic staple of the 1980s. There were no teenage stars on the planet that were as massively successful during this decade as Molly Ringwald was, and this movie further cemented her legacy.
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This movie is still one of the greatest action films ever, and it completely redefined the genre when it was released. Arnold Schwarzenegger ended up becoming a global superstar thanks largely to the exceptional job that he did in this film. It wound up being the genesis of a film and television franchise that has raked in a ton of money over the years, and it is rare to find someone who doesn't cite this film as one of their favorite action movies.
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People are always going to point to the fact that the novel is far superior to the film, and that truly says a lot about the novel because this movie is fantastic. It deals with a number of social issues that were around during the era in which the film was set. This movie boasted one of the most talented young casts that you are ever going to see, and it just about every single lead performer in this film would go on to have a massively successful career in Hollywood.
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It is an absolute shame that this movie doesn't get the recognition that it deserves, because it is one of the most clever and interesting dark comedies that was released during the decade. The story of poor old Lane Meyer trying to win back the love of his life gave us some entertaining moments throughout the film. This particular movie also has one of the most hilariously stereotypical depictions of a 1980s movie bully that you are ever going to see. If you haven't seen this movie, then you need to do so immediately.
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This movie remains one of the most popular to have come from the entire decade, and I don't know that I've met a single person that hasn't seen this movie several times throughout their life. The story of these young kids looking for famous pirate treasure made for one of the most over-the-top and entertaining movies that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This is the perfect example of a film that was able to hit all the right notes with audiences and become one of the greatest adventure movies of all time.
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Don't you just wish that you and your closest friends could have a day half as interesting as this one? Even before he was able to pull all of this off and give us one of the coolest movies of the 1980s, this character was already considered to be the coolest kid at his school, even if he didn't have a car. He has a unique way of using his words to his advantage, especially when it comes to convincing his best friend Cameron to do his bidding.
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Many people will point to the fact that this movie bears a lot of similarities to The Goonies, but we promise you that you will not regret watching this movie. Though there are some notable similarities between the two films, this movie sees a group of young kids taking on the classic monsters that they idolize so much. It has since become a cult classic, and it is one that gave its fans a ton of quotable lines and memorable scenes. Do yourself a favor and watch this movie as soon as humanly possible.
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There are plenty of people that are going to say that this is the best movie of the 80s, and there aren't too many people that would disagree with this. This movie was able to combine fantastic storytelling with compelling performances to give us one of the most unique movies that has ever been made. Many will say that the sequels failed to live up to the original in the franchise, but even those movies are wildly entertaining and are totally worth a watch.
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This is not only considered to be one of the best films that was made during the 1980s, but it is largely consider to be one of the greatest movies that has ever been. It is one that packs a ton of different emotions within it, and it gave us one of the most unique and stunning stories that has ever been told on the big screen. Though the effects that were used during this film are dated now, the film itself would be a massive hit regardless of when it was released.
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The modern adaptation of this film that was released recently received a ton of flack from both fans and critics alike, so many people prefer just to go back and watch the original that was created during the 1980s. The original film stars some of the funniest and most talented performers of the era, and each person was able to play their role to perfection while bringing this movie to life for fans. There aren't too many other movies from this decade that are as funny or as interesting as this film was when it was released.
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If this movie didn't make you want to run out and join the Navy to be a pilot, then were you even paying attention? This film did anything and everything in his power to make it seem like being a fighter jet pilot is the coolest job on the planet, and it seemed the training that these pilots went through was something that resonated with audiences. Each notable pilot in the film have their own unique call sign and distinguishable personality that help set them apart from the rest of the guys.
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Anytime this movie comes on, most people stop and watch it, regardless of where it is at in the film. This was a movie that was willing to take risks in delivering emotional highs and lows to its audience so that they could better understand the magnitude of the story. These young boys all came from very different homes that were slowly shaping them into unique people. Each of these characters had all of their flaws on display for the world to see, and the incredible performance is given by the young cast made it all the more relatable.
Can You Name This Movie?
There were several films that were released in this particular franchise, so we went ahead and decided to go with the very first one that was ever made. There are going to be plenty of people who are going to argue that the second film in the franchise was the best, but there is nothing quite like the original. This movie saw one of the smartest doctors on the planet teaming up with a group of people tracking down one of the most storied religious artifacts known to man.
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Thanks to some recent releases on YouTube, interest has once again picked up in this famous 1980s film franchise. This movie showed the struggles of being the new kid in a town where people aren't willing to accept you, and watching Daniel stand up to the bullies in the film was something that was truly rewarding to see. This movie was a huge reason why karate became such a popular sport during the 1980s, and there are few people around who don't know who Mr. Miyagi is.
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The fact that one of the coolest action movies of all time is also considered a Christmas movie is something that is truly unique. This is easily one of the more interesting action movies that have ever been made, and there is a current release set for later this year that many people feel mirrors this classic. If you fancy yourself a fan of cinema, we can practically guarantee that you have seen this movie multiple times given the level of prestige that it holds in the movie industry.
Can You Name This Movie?
Who in the world thought it was going to be a good idea to hand out one of these crazy little creatures? The actor who initially takes one home is given all the instructions needed to successfully raise one of these creatures, but their negligence ultimately caused a world of problems to come to their city. This is one of the most entertaining and one of the creepiest movies that were made during the decade, and it is one that most people above the age of 25 watched a bunch of times while growing up.
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There is something to be said about how clever and funny this movie is. It was made during a time when filmmakers were willing to take a number of risks to get exactly what they wanted on screen, and there are few films from this era that have held up as well as this one has. It has been released in theaters a number of times over the years, and it subsequently has garnered one of the biggest fandoms that the world has ever seen. People can quote just about every line from this film.
Can You Name This Movie?
Tim Burton is easily one of the most distinguishable filmmakers that has risen to prominence in the last 50 years, and films like this one here are so uniquely his own. The story of this couple dealing with their new existence in the afterlife made for a fascinating story, and the man that they asked to be their guide in this new world is someone who ends up getting them into a whole heap of trouble. Just don't say his name out loud 3 times, because he's going to appear and flip your world upside down.
Can You Name This Movie?
There were two different films from this franchise that we could have gone with on this quiz, but we decided to go with the first one that was released during the 1980s. This particular film franchise is arguably the most famous and popular that has ever been created, and many people feel that this particular entry into the franchise stands out as the best. It is a movie that was able to bring together a number of interesting characters and further develop these individuals that we got to know during the first entry into the series.
Can You Name This Movie?
Anyone who has ever seen this movie has always wanted to emulate Spicoli and order a pizza directly to their classroom. Of course, none of us were actually foolish enough to try pulling something like this off back when we were in high school, so we just settled for popping on this movie and watching it for the 100th time. This film did an exceptional job in weaving the stories of several people who all went to high school together, and it is one of the most memorable films from the decade.
Can You Name This Movie?
The science fiction genre is one that has taken a number of twists and turns over the years on the big screen, and there are plenty of people who will point it this franchise as one that has been instrumental in molding the genre and changing the game several times throughout its history. It is a prime example of a franchise that was willing to use a strong female character as its anchor, and there isn't a person alive who loves is franchise that doesn't also consider the lead character to be among the greatest in film history.
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Dark comedies are often really hard to pull off successfully given the nature of the jokes at hand, but if people ever wanted to see the perfect example of successfully pulling this off, then they need not look any further than this film here. Not only did it both having an incredibly talented young cast, but the storytelling as a whole was flawless in this movie. It was able to bring together some of the most unthinkable events to ever happen at a high school and make it an easily digestible experience.
Can You Name This Movie?
There isn't a person alive that watched this movie and didn't have the urge to dance afterwards. There was a more recent attempt at recreating this iconic 80s movie, but people still prefer watching the original than the one that was made several years ago. This movie was one of the most popular that was released during the decade, and it was a huge reason why the young star of the film ended up becoming a massively successful actor in Hollywood.
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Some movies are simply released ahead of their time, and while this movie wasn't exactly the biggest financial success of the decade, there is no denying the importance of this movie in terms of developing the science fiction genre. It is often listed among the greatest films of all time, and just last year, a sequel to this classic film was released. Not unlike its predecessor that was released in the 1980s, the film was well received by critics, but it's box office haul left a lot to be desired.
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Was there a single woman in the 1980s that didn't fall in love with Patrick Swayze after watching this movie? Even now, the incredible performance that he delivered is one that can still have women everywhere swooning over him. This film was one that was able to use an incredible soundtrack to help lure people to theaters to come and see it, but more importantly, it was a very good film that was able to keep people coming back for more. It goes without saying that this is one of the most successful films of the decade.
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The 1980s was a decade that saw the release of a number of unique films, and Disney went ahead and decided to try their hand at releasing something unique when they put out this movie. It was a very interesting blend of live-action and animation, harking back to the studio's old days of filmmaking. The film ended up being relatively successful for Disney, and to this very day, you can head on over to ToonTown in Disneyland and ride and attraction based on this film.
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Let's not even try and act like this wasn't one of the creepiest movies that have ever been made. Movies like this usually have a way of diminishing in quality over time, but even now, this movie has such a unique creep factor to it that it can still please audiences of all ages. There were several incredible acting performances that were given in this movie, and these performances are precisely why the film has remained such a beloved classic over the years. Just be sure to watch this movie with the lights on.
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There is no possible way we can talk about an entire decade of films without finding one of the biggest Disney hits that occurred during the time. It seems like no matter which decade we focus on, Disney somehow find a way to conquer its competition and end up on the list. This film is responsible for kicking off the Disney Renaissance, an era for the studio that saw them once again rise to prominence and produce some of their biggest hits to date. This movie was eventually developed into an attraction that can be found in Disney's California Adventure.
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The vampire genre is one that really took off a number of years ago, but there were plenty of successful projects in the past that centered on this particular type of creature. The interesting thing about this film is that it focused on younger adults who were living in one of the coolest beach cities in California. The two main characters had moved to this town from their native Arizona, and they had absolutely no idea about the terrors that lurked in the shadows. This movie is an absolute guilty pleasure.
Can You Name This Movie?
When it comes to the horror genre, there are few franchises that have been created that have been nearly as renowned or as successful as this one here. The very first entry into the franchise was a huge hit during the 1980s, and it featured a very talented young cast that was able to deliver a solid overall performance. The antagonist of this particular film is one of the most recognizable faces of the horror genre, and seeing him in his first film is something that you do not want to miss.
Can You Name This Movie?
There have been plenty of movies that have been made about time-traveling that aren't nearly as funny or as interesting as this one here. These two young guys from San Dimas, California needed to pull off a miracle in order to pass their class, and it was while hanging out at a Circle K that they ran into a man who would change the course of their lives. These two would round up some of the biggest names in world history to put on the greatest reports that has ever been made.
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Many of us that consider ourselves to be avid readers know that there are few things in life that are better than a great book. We can use our imaginations to completely transport us to the world that we are reading about, but what Bastian was able to do during the event of this film is something that all of us wish we could. He was able to link up with some of the most interesting characters in print and go on one of the most amazing adventures ever.
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Eddie Murphy was one of the biggest and most popular comedians during the 1980s, and he released a string of hit films that cemented him as one of the top talents working in Hollywood. This particular movie is one that wound up being a huge hit for the star, and it seems the story of a prince heading across the pond to try and find a nice young woman to settle down with made for one of the funniest movies of the decade. The fact that it also has Arsenio Hall makes it even better.
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This film is a rare example of one that is better known for its soundtrack than it is for what actually happened on screen. Critics genuinely seemed to hate this, but audiences loved it and flocks to the theaters to go see it when it was released. The most popular moments from this film have been parodied a number of times by people, just going to show the critics that they couldn't have been any more wrong about this film. It went a long way in making the lead of the movie a household name.
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Many of the most popular comedic performers of the 1980s got their start on Saturday Night Live when they were younger, and there were several notable former Saturday Night Live cast members who ended up starring in this film. With this much talent on board, it only made sense that the movie ended up being absolutely hysterical, and this made the film a massive success. Many of the elements from this movie seem a bit dated and silly now, but you can still pop this on and enjoy it anytime.
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There was a period in time when just about every rap star that appeared on the series MTV Cribs would show off their copy of this movie. Even though he doesn't win in the end, his rags to riches story served as an inspiration to those looking to get out of impoverished neighborhoods, and this movie has long been considered a classic. This movie was willing to get down and dirty and pull no punches in bringing its audience a real story that they could sink their teeth into.
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Mel Brooks has a very unique brand of comedy that has resonated with large audiences over the years, and this film happens to be one of his most successful to date. There were plenty of franchises in film and on television that centered on adventures in outer space, and this satirical take on the genre is one that ended up being a decent sized hit for Mel Brooks. The movie is incredibly silly at times, but it is absolutely hysterical when it catches its stride.
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Whoever thought it was a good idea to cast David Bowie as the antagonist in this film should have gotten a massive raise, because this idea was a stroke of genius. The younger lead in the movie simply wanted her little brother to go away for awhile, but she had no idea that the Goblin King was lurking right around the corner and was willing to snatch this kid up. She that had to travel to a distant land and navigate her way through some of the most interesting set pieces we have ever seen.
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If you don't watch this movie every single Christmas, then are you even celebrating it right? There are stations on television that dedicate an entire 24 hours to playing this movie on repeat throughout the day, proving that it is one of the greatest holiday movies that has ever been made. All Ralphie wanted for Christmas was a very specific gun, but each and every opportunity that he has to bring it up, he is shot down and warned that he'll shoot his eye out. This movie has some of the most quotable lines in film history.
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So many of us in high school were gigantic nerds who wanted nothing more than to be in with the cool kids, but that simply didn't happen. This movie was made for all those kids out there who never got the chance to rise above the occasion and put people in their place. If you were one of the cool kids growing up, then you probably couldn't really relate to anything that was going on in this classic 80s movie.
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This movie happens to be one of the most underappreciated from the entire decade, especially considering the fact that it has the greatest soundtrack from the decade. There were plenty of movies that had really good soundtracks in the 1980s, but we would be willing to stack up this movie soundtrack against just about any other that has ever been. Prince was one of the biggest stars during the decade, and he truly dropped jaws with his performance in the film. Can't you just hear his music playing in your head?
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This film is an example of one that got a sequel a number of years after the original was released, but most people tend to ignore this sequel in favor of sticking with the original which is considered one of the better comedy films of the 1980s. It stars some of the funniest actors who have ever appeared on Saturday Night Live, and each of these men was a legitimate musician that was able to put together some decent tracks for the film’s soundtrack.This movie is a classic.
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This mockumentary of a band made for one of the most interesting and memorable films of the decade, and any person that has ever consider themselves to be a fan of rock music has probably watched this movie multiple times. It features the talents of some of the most under-appreciated comedic minds of the era, and it was a film that hit all the right notes when it was released. This is one movie that every person should watch at least one time in their life.
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Action movies from the 1980s don't get much better than this. We have seen plenty of buddy cop films be created over the years, and they have found a mixed degree of success with fans. This iconic action movie is the one that these other buddy cop films are trying to emulate, and it is one that has yet to be touched by another buddy cop movie franchise. Perfect casting and clever writing were largely responsible for this movie becoming a smash hit during the decade.
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Musicals will come around and find a mixed degree of success when they are released, and this particular one has long been considered a cult classic. It didn't come out and set the world on fire like we have seen other musicals do, but it was able to gain a sizeable following over the years. The movie is filled with fantastic songs that have also been parodied in other projects, and anyone who has seen this movie will attest to how good it is.
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There have been a ton of different entries into this film franchise, and we can practically guarantee that you have gone on at least one adventure with the Griswold family. This film was the very first entry into the franchise, and many people still consider it to be the best of the bunch. All these people wanted to do was make their way to one of the most popular theme parks in the world, but trouble is right around the corner every single step of the way. This is yet another movie to feature Chevy Chase.
Can You Name This Movie?
Finishing up our quiz today is one of the most important superhero movies that have ever been made. The genre had been done a number of times in the past, but this particular film was instrumental in taking it to an entirely different level. It was a global sensation when it was first released, and there is absolutely no way we would have the superhero films that we do now had this film never been made. It may not hold up that well after all these years, but it is still considered a classic by film lovers.