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In 1980, “Melvin and Howard” opened in movie theaters.
In 1981, Bruce Dickinson, later of the group Samson, joined the also heavy-metal group Iron Maiden, which replaced Paul DiʹAnno with Bruce.
In 1981, Disneyʹs TV show moves to CBS, making it the first prime-time series to have appeared on all three major networks. The show is renamed “Walt Disney”.
In 1981, Hall and Oatesʹ “Private Eyes” LP enters the chart. The platinum album contains two number one hits: “Private Eyes” and “I Canʹt Go For That.”
In 1981, Prince finally finds as much success with audiences as with critics, years before he changed his name into a stupid unpronoucable symbol, as the title cut of his new album “Controversy” eneters the soul chart. It peaks at number three. Meanwhile on the pop charts, the single and album hit #70 and #21 respectively.
In 1981, R.C., “Breaking Away” by Balance peaked at #22 on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, R.C., “In Your Letter” by REO Speedwagon peaked at #20 on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, The Go-Goʹs “Beauty and the Beat” enters the LP chart. The double platinum album hit number one for six weeks and contains the hits “Our Lips Are Sealed” and “We Got The Beat.”
In 1981, The Kinksʹ “Give The People What They Want” enters the LP chart.
In 1982, Undercover cop Michael Long is shot in the face, and presumed dead. Found by Wilton Knight, of the Knight Foundation for Law and Government (F.L.A.G.), Long is given plastic surgery, a new last name (“Knight”), and a souped up TransAm thatʹs smarter than he is. Meanwhile, “Knight Rider” gives NBC its first decent ratings in several years opposite “Dallas.” (Oh, what stopped the bullet from killing Mr. Long? It was deflected by a plate in his head.) Too old for dem Dukes? Upgrade with the Hoff!
In 1982, “At the Movies with Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert” began airing in syndication
In 1982, “Gloria”, TV Comedy; debut on CBS. It starred Sally Struthers. Coincidentally, a hit song titled “Gloria,” which had nothing to do with the series of the same name and sung by Laura Branigan, was just hitting the pop charts.
In 1982, “Matt Houston”, TV Crime Drama; debut on ABC.
In 1982, “Ripleyʹs Believe It Or Not Number Two”, TV Magazine; debut on ABC.
In 1983, Colonel Potter, Sergeant Klinger, and Father Mulcahy somehow find themselves working together at the same veteranʹs hospital on the debut of the canʹt-miss sitcom “AfterM*A*S*H.”
In 1984, Liz Taylor starred in the season opener of the TV soap, “Hotel” this night. Despite incredibly biting bits from John Belushi on NBCʹs “Saturday Night Live” regarding her plumpness at the time, viewers were quite amazed when Ms. Taylor appeared in a gown — with a 24-inch waistline. Definitely no more “I followed Liz Taylor to McDonaldʹs to watch the numbers change,” from Joan Rivers.
In 1984, “Itʹs Your Move”, TV Comedy; debut on NBC.
In 1985, “The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe” by Lily Tomlin and Jane Wagnerʹs opens to rave reviews on Broadway.
In 1986, Bobby (Patrick Duffy) returns to prime-time soap “Dallas”. The episode, from Southfork Ranch, had Bobby Ewing (Patrick Duffy) returning from the dead — in the shower, no less! Pam Ewing (Victoria Principal) was a bit perplexed. So were the viewers. This scene wiped out all of the previous season!
In 1986, Mick Jaggerʹs long-form home videocassette, “Running Out Of Luck,” is finally released on CBS-Fox Video, after over a one year delay.
In 1986, The double platinum “Raisin' Hell” by Run-DMC peaked at number three on Billboardʹs Top-200 album chart. It was the first rap album to crack the top 10.
In 1986, “Crocodile Dundee” starring Paul Hogan opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1986, “Mamaʹs Family” returned to be airing new episodes in syndication.
In 1986, “Press Your Luck”, TV Game Show; last aired on CBS. After that airing, CBS gave the death time slot of 4pm Eastern, 3pm Central and Pacific time, back to its affiliates the following Monday.
In 1987, R.C., “Fake” by Alexander OʹNeal peaked at #25 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “I Heard A Rumour” by Bananarama peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Misfit” by Curiosity Killed The Cat peaked at #42 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Never Let Me Down” by David Bowie peaked at #27 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Oh Yeah” by Yello peaked at #51 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Touch Of Grey” by Grateful Dead peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, “ALF: The Animated Series” (changing its name to “ALF Tales” in August 1988) began airing on NBC
In 1987, “Jake and The Fatman”, TV Crime Drama; debut on CBS.
In 1987, “Second Chance” (aka “Boys Will Be Boys”) began airing on Fox. It had nothing to do with the ABC daytime game show of 1977 or its similar reboot, “Press Your Luck.”
In 1988, “Simple Pleasures” album by Bobby McFerrin was certified Platinum by the RIAA
In 1980, "Divine Madness" was released by Warner Bros.; Michael Ritchie (director); Jerry Blatt, Bette Midler, Bruce Vilanch (screenplay); Bette Midler; Concert; Live action
In 1980, "Hopscotch" was released by AVCO Embassy Pictures; Ronald Neame (director); Bryan Forbes, Brian Garfield (screenplay); Walter Matthau, Glenda Jackson, Sam Waterston, Ned Beatty, Herbert Lom, George Baker, Ivor Roberts, Lucy Saroyan, Severn Darden, George Pravda, Mike Gwilym, John Bennett Perry, David Matthau, Terry Beaver, Ray Charleson, Jacquelyn Hyde; Spy, Comedy; Live action
In 1980, "In God We Tru$t" was released by Universal Pictures; Marty Feldman (director/screenplay); Chris Allen (screenplay); Marty Feldman, Andy Kaufman, Louise Lasser, Peter Boyle, Richard Pryor, Wilfrid Hyde-White, Severn Darden; Comedy; Live action
In 1980, "My Bodyguard" was released by 20th Century Fox / Melvin Simon Productions; Tony Bill (director); Alan Ormsby (screenplay); Chris Makepeace, Adam Baldwin, Matt Dillon, Martin Mull, Ruth Gordon, John Houseman, Craig Richard Nelson, Kathryn Grody, Joan Cusack, George Wendt, Jennifer Beals, Richard Bradley, Tim Reyna, Dean R. Miller, Hank Salas; Family, Comedy, Drama; Live action
In 1980, "Resurrection" was released by Universal Pictures; Daniel Petrie (director); Lewis John Carlino (screenplay); Ellen Burstyn, Sam Shepard, Richard Farnsworth, Roberts Blossom, Clifford David, Pamela Payton-Wright, Jeffrey DeMunn, Eva Le Gallienne, Lois Smith, Richard Hamilton, Sylvia Walden, Madeleine Thornton-Sherwood; Drama; Live action
In 1980, "Stardust Memories" was released by United Artists; Woody Allen (director/screenplay); Woody Allen, Charlotte Rampling, Jessica Harper, Marie-Christine Barrault, Tony Roberts, Daniel Stern, Amy Wright, Helen Hanft, John Rothman, Anne De Salvo, Leonardo Cimino, Sharon Stone, Jack Rollins, Judith Roberts, Candy Loving, Brent Spiner, Judith Crist, Irwin Keyes, Bonnie Hellman, Cynthia Gibb, Annie Korzen, Largo Woodruff, James Otis, Alice Spivak, Armin Shimerman, Laraine Newman, Louise Lasser, Joe Wilder, Hank Jones, Richie Pratt, Arvell Shaw, Earl Shendell, William Zinsser; Comedy, Drama; Live action
In 1980, "Without Warning" was released by Filmways Pictures / World Amusement Partnership; Greydon Clark (director); Lyn Freeman, Daniel Grodnik, Ben Nett, Steve Mathis (screenplay); Jack Palance, Martin Landau, Tarah Nutter, Christopher S. Nelson, Cameron Mitchell, Neville Brand, Ralph Meeker, Darby Hinton, David Caruso, Lynn Thell, Sue Ane Langdon, Larry Storch, Kevin Peter Hall; Horror, Sci-Fi; Live action
In 1986, "The Boy Who Could Fly" was released by 20th Century Fox / Lorimar Film Entertainment; Nick Castle (director/screenplay); Jay Underwood, Lucy Deakins, Bonnie Bedelia, Fred Savage, Fred Gwynne, Colleen Dewhurst, Mindy Cohn, Janet MacLachlan, Jason Priestley, Cameron Bancroft, Louise Fletcher; Comedy, Drama; Live Action
In 1986, "Crocodile Dundee" was released by Paramount Pictures; Peter Faiman (director); Paul Hogan, Ken Shadie, John Cornell (screenplay); Paul Hogan, Linda Kozlowski, Mark Blum, David Gulpilil, Michael Lombard, John Meillon, Reginald VelJohnson, Terry Gill, Steve Rackman, Gerry Skilton, Caitlin Clarke, John Snyder, Anne Carlisle, Anne Francine, Paul Greco, David Bracks, Peter Turnbull, Rik Colitti, Christine Totos, Graham 'Grace' Walker, Nancy Mette, Paige Matthews; Comedy; Live Action
In 1986, "Half Moon Street" was released by 20th Century Fox / RKO Pictures; Bob Swaim (director/screenplay); Edward Behr, Paul Theroux (screenplay); Sigourney Weaver, Michael Caine, Patrick Kavanagh, Keith Buckley, Nadim Sawalha, Vincent Lindon, Michael Elwyn, Ram John Holder, Niall O'Brien, Donald Pickering, Maria Aitken, Angus MacInnes, Togo Igawa, Rupert Vansittart, Anne Lambton, Philip Whitchurch, Robert Lee, Janet McTeer, Carol Cleveland, Siobhan Redmond, Faith Kent, Ann Hanson, Patrick Newman, Muriel Villiers, Ninka Scott, Jasper Jacob, Joseph Karimbeik, Anita Edwards, John Sinclair, Eiji Kusuhara, Katherine Schofield; Erotic Thriller; Live Action
In 1986, "That's Life!" was released by Columbia Pictures; Blake Edwards (director/screenplay); Milton Wexler (screenplay); Jack Lemmon, Julie Andrews, Sally Kellerman, Robert Loggia, Jennifer Edwards, Rob Knepper, Matt Lattanzi, Chris Lemmon, Cynthia Sikes, Dana Sparks, Emma Walton, Felicia Farr, Theodore Wilson; Comedy, Drama; Live Action
In 1981, “(Let's Dance) Make Your Body Move” by West Street Mob peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Breaking Away” by Balance peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Didn't We Almost Have It All” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Fake” by Alexander O'Neal peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Heard A Rumour” by Bananarama peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “I'm Gonna Love Her For Both Of Us” by Meat Loaf peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “In Your Letter” by REO Speedwagon peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Love All The Hurt Away” by Aretha Franklin And George Benson peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Misfit” by Curiosity Killed The Cat peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Never Let Me Down” by David Bowie peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “One Lover At A Time” by Atlantic Starr peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Rev It Up” by Newcity Rockers peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Rock Me” by Great White peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “The House Of The Rising Sun” by Dolly Parton peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Touch Of Grey” by Grateful Dead peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “We Should Be Sleeping” by Eddie Money peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “You've Got A Good Love Coming” by Van Stephenson peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Doing It All for My Baby” by Huey Lewis And The News peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Draw Of The Cards” by Kim Carnes peaked at number 42 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Endless Love” by Diana Ross And Lionel Richie peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “I'm Gonna Love Her For Both Of Us” by Meat Loaf peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Teenland” by The Northern Pikes peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Theme From 'The Greatest American Hero' (Believe It Or Not)” by Joey Scarbury peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Teenland” by The Northern Pikes peaked at number 29 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, ✪ “Superheroes” by The Firm (U.K.) peaked at number 99 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Absolutely Immune” by Act peaked at number 97 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Can't You See Me” by Roy Ayers peaked at number 96 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Causing A Commotion” by Madonna peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Endless Love” by Diana Ross And Lionel Richie peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Giving It All Away” by Boogie Box High peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Hand Held In Black And White” by Dollar peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Hands Up (Give Me Your Heart)” by Ottawan peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Hey Matthew” by Karel Fialka peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “House Nation” by House Master Boyz And The Rude Boy Of House peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Don't Want To Be A Hero” by Johnny Hates Jazz peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I'm In It For Love” by Donny Osmond peaked at number 70 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Imperial” by Primal Scream peaked at number 86 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Islands” by Mike Oldfield And Bonnie Tyler peaked at number 100 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “It Will Be Alright” by Odyssey peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “It's All In The Game” by Carmel peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “It's Goodbye” by Glen And Chris peaked at number 92 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “It's Over” by Level 42 peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Love All The Hurt Away” by Aretha Franklin And George Benson peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Mule (Chant No. 2)” by Beggar And Co. peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Oh Oh No No Casual Sex” by Carrie McDowell peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Real Cool Time” by The Ramones peaked at number 85 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Slow Hand” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Some People” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “That Girl” by Freddie McGregor peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “The Night You Murdered Love” by ABC peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Tomorrow” by The Communards peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “You Scare Me To Death” by Marc Bolan peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “You'll Never Know” by Hi-Gloss peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “4 Side Affects (EP)” by The Jam peaked at number 50 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Angel Face / R.E.R.B” by Shock peaked at number 86 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “F.L.M.” by Mel And Kim peaked at number 19 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Gemini Dream / Painted Smile” by The Moody Blues peaked at number 36 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Hey / Pensami (Think Of Me)” by Julio Iglesias peaked at number 56 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Hey There Lord / There'll Never Be Another You Babe” by Kamahl peaked at number 100 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “I Don't Need You / Without You In My Life” by Kenny Rogers peaked at number 64 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Heard A Rumour” by Bananarama peaked at number 32 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “I Want To Be Free / Walkie Talkie / Alien” by Toyah peaked at number 35 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “If I Were A Carpenter / Foul Play” by Swanee peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Let's Go Dancin' / Keep The Candle Burning” by Rita Coolidge peaked at number 60 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Masquerader / Chinese Crossword Puzzle” by Feet First peaked at number 77 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Never Say Goodbye” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 26 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Other Places / Summer Girl” by Meo 245 peaked at number 55 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Painted Moon” by The Silencers peaked at number 41 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Stop Draggin' My Heart Around / Kind Of Woman” by Stevie Nicks Featuring Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers / Stevie Nicks peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “The Kid Is Hot Tonite / Teenage Overdose” by Loverboy peaked at number 76 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “What Becomes Of The Broken-Hearted / There Is No Reward” by Dave Stewart Featuring Colin Blunstone / Dave Stewart peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “You I Know” by Jenny Morris peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “(Celebrate) The Day After You” by The Blow Monkeys With Curtis Mayfield peaked at number 26 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Let's Dance” by Chris Rea peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Now We're Getting Somewhere” by Crowded House peaked at number 33 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You” by Gloria Estefan And The Miami Sound Machine peaked at number 15 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Songbird” by Kenny G peaked at number 22 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Tally Ho” by The Clean peaked at number 19 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “The Real Thing” by The Brothers Johnson peaked at number 34 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “The Rugby Deck Of Cards” by Laurie Dee peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Touch Me When We're Dancing” by The Carpenters peaked at number 22 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “True Faith” by New Order peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “U Got The Look” by Prince Featuring Sheena Easton peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, ✪ “Kissing With Confidence” by Will Powers peaked at number 45 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪ “Stars On 45 Vol. 3” by Stars On 45 peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Angelina / Oh mama” by Willem Duyn peaked at number 36 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Bad” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Building A Bridge To Your Heart” by Wax peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “City Lights” by William Pitt peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “De glimlach van een kind” by André Hazes peaked at number 38 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Endless Love” by Diana Ross And Lionel Richie peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Heel even” by Shirley peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Japanese Boy” by Aneka peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Lieve Bella Beer” by Ron Brandsteder peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Love's Made A Fool Of You” by Matchbox peaked at number 40 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Moeder mag ik trouwen gaan” by The Belcanto's peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Oeh wat 'n volk” by Normaal peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “She's On It” by Beastie Boys peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Walk Right Now” by The Jacksons peaked at number 32 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Where The Streets Have No Name” by U2 peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Why Tell Me, Why” by Anita Meyer peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Hands Up (Give Me Your Heart)” by Ottawan peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Hold On Tight” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 10 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Jag vill ha en volvo” by Eddie Meduza And The Roaring Cadillacs peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Prince Charming” by Adam And The Ants peaked at number 20 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Stilla nätter” by Lustans Lakejer peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Vackra damer” by City [SE] peaked at number 11 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Want Your Sex” by George Michael peaked at number 11 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Quand tu m'aimes” by Herbert Léonard peaked at number 3 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Voyage Voyage” by Desireless peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Dance Dance Dance” by Spagna peaked at number 22 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Funky Town” by Pseudo Echo peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Heart Over Mind” by Jennifer Rush peaked at number 29 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Surrender (To The Spirit Of The Night)” by Samantha Fox peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1981, “I've Seen That Face Before (Libertango)” by Grace Jones peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Start Me Up” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Toy Boy” by Sinitta peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Voyage Voyage” by Desireless peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1987, “What Have I Done To Deserve This?” by Pet Shop Boys Featuring Dusty Springfield peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Whenever You're Ready” by Five Star peaked at number 23 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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