All '80s Movies Podcast
The movie podcast where we discuss the blockbusters, the flops and everything in between from one of the freshest decades for movies...the 1980's.
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Feb. 17, 2023
Beverly Hills Cop (1984)
"He's been chased, thrown through a window, and arrested. Eddie Murphy is a Detroit cop on vacation in Beverly Hills." It's Season 3 of the All '80 Movies Podcast and we kick it off by discussing one of the biggest blockbusters of the '80s, 1984's, 'Beverly Hills Cop'. This movie stars Eddie Murphy, Judge Reinhold and Ronny Cox. Directed by Martin Brest. Beverly Hills Cop - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0086960/?ref_=tttg_ov Beverly Hills Cop - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.co
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April 12, 2024
The Karate Kid (1984)
"He taught him the secret to Karate lies in the mind and heart. Not in the hands." For this week's episode, we are celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the release of 'The Karate Kid.' The movie stars Ralph Macchio, Oscar Nominee Pat Morita, Elisabeth Shue and William Zabka. Directed by John G. Avildsen. The Karate Kid- IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087538/?ref_=tttg_ov The Karate Kid - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/karate_kid The Karate Kid Deleted Scenes: https://www.y
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Aug. 11, 2023
The Lost Boys (1987)
"Sleep all day. Party all night. Never grow old. Never die. It's fun to be a vampire." Our 3rd Annual "Summer at the Cinema Series" continues as we discuss the 1987 cult horror classic 'The Lost Boys' starring Jason Patric, Kiefer Sutherland, Dianne Wiest, Corey Haim, Edward Herrmann, Jami Gertz and Corey Feldman. Directed by Joel Schumacher. The Lost Boys - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093437/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_q_the%2520lost%2520boys The Lost Boys - Rotten Tomatoes: https://ww
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June 15, 2026
The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension (1984)
"Beings from Another Dimension have invaded your world." For this episode, we discuss the cult classic 'The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension.' The movie stars Peter Weller, John Lithgow, Ellen Barkin, Jeff Goldblum and Christopher Lloyd. Directed by W.D. Richter. The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0086856/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3_tt_7_nm_1_in_0_q_the%20adventures%20of%20bu The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th
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May 25, 2026
The Untouchables (1987)
"AL CAPONE. He ruled Chicago with absolute power. No one could touch him. No one could stop him. - Until Eliot Ness and a small force of men swore they'd bring him down." In this episode, we discuss the period crime drama 'The Untouchables.' The movie stars Kevin Costner, Sean Connery, Andy Garcia and Robert De Niro. Directed by Brian De Palma. Loosely based on the memior of Eliot Ness. The Untouchables - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094226/?ref_=tttg_ov_bk The Untouchables - Rotten Tomat
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May 10, 2026
The Secret of NIMH (1982)
"A world of fantasy, adventure and excitement opens up for Mrs Brisby when she discovers... The Secret of NIMH." In this episode, we discuss the animated adventure 'The Secret of NIMH.' The movie stars the voice talents of Elizabeth Hartman, Derek Jacobi and Dom DeLuise. Written and directed by Don Bluth. Based on the novel "Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH" by Robert C. O'Brien. The Secret of NIMH - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0084649/?ref_=tttg_ov_bk The Secret of NIMH - Rotten Tomatoes
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April 27, 2026
Rain Man (1988)
"Charlie and Raymond. They are strangers. They are brothers. They have just met." In this episode, we discuss the Oscar winning drama 'Rain Man.' The movie stars Dustin Hoffman, Tom Cruise and Valeria Golino. Directed by Barry Levinson. Rain Man - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095953/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3_tt_6_nm_2_in_0_q_rain Rain Man- Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/rain_man Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcast-ratings/
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April 13, 2026
Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment (1985)
"They've graduated, and they're ready for life on the streets. But are the streets ready for them?" In this episode, we discuss the comedy sequel 'Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment.' The movie stars Steve Guttenburg, Bubba Smith, David Graf, Michael Winslow, Bruce Mahler, Marion Ramsey and Colleen Camp. Directed by Jerry Paris. Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0089822/?ref_=nm_rvi_i_1 Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment - Rotten Tomatoes:
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April 6, 2026
Funny Farm (1988)
"Chevy Chase finds life in the country isn't what it's cracked up to be!" In this episode, we discuss the fish out of water comedy 'Funny Farm.' The movie stars Chevy Chase and Madolyn Smith. Directed by George Roy Hill. Funny Farm - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095188/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_funny%20fa Funny Farm - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1007990-funny_farm Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcast-rat
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March 31, 2026
The Hitcher (1986)
"The terror starts the moment he stops." In this episode, we discuss the cult thriller 'The Hitcher.' The movie stars C. Thomas Howell. Rutger Hauer and Jennifer Jason Leigh. Directed by Robert Harmon. The Hitcher - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091209/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3_tt_7_nm_1_in_0_q_the%20hitc The Hitcher - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_hitcher Bill's Letterboxd Ratings: https://letterboxd.com/bill_b/list/bills-all-80s-movies-podcast-ratings/ Jason's Letterboxd
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March 23, 2026
Rocky III (1982)
"The legend continues...The Italian Stallion is back!!" In this episode, we discuss the return of one of the most successful sports fanchises in movie history, 'Rocky III.' The movie stars Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Carl Weathers and Mr. T. It was also written and directed by Sylvester Stallone. Rocky III - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0084602/?ref_=tttg_ov_bk Rocky III - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/rocky_iii More about the Rocky Statue: https://www.rockystatue.
