Best Movies of 80s to Watch on Netflix Right Now!

Are you missing those bygone days? Desiring to revisit the 80s era because Netflix is providing the Best 80s movies you can watch right now!

For many movie buffs, there is something magical about the golden age of Hollywood. The 1980s produced some of the most iconic films of all time, featuring legendary actors, breathtaking cinematography, and unforgettable stories. These classical Hollywood movies continue to captivate audiences even today with their timeless themes and universal appeal. From epic romances and sweeping dramas to thrilling adventures and classic comedies, the films of old Hollywood offer a window into a bygone era of glamor and sophistication. In this article, we will explore the enduring appeal of these cinematic treasures and explore why they continue to be cherished by movie lovers of all ages.

Here is the possible enumeration of 7 blockbuster movies of 80s (ascending) that you can watch this Saturday.

1. ‘POPEYE’ (1980)

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Cast:	Robin Williams as Popeye
Released on:	December 12, 1980 (USA)
IMDb rating:	5.3/10

Popeye is a great family movie to be watched with your loved ones. It follows in the footsteps of Popeye, the cartoon, and it is performed admirably by Robin Williams and Shelley Duvall. It is a must-have movie for kids.

One gloomy afternoon, Popeye, the Sailor Man, comes to Sweethaven, a little beach village. There, he meets numerous inhabitants.Wimpy, who will cheerfully pay you Tuesday for a hamburger. However, the strong-willed but slightly awkward Olive Oyl and Bluto are the town bully. Bluto kidnaps Swee’pea, an abandoned newborn who can forecast gambling races when Popeye discovers him there. In order to save Swee’pea and the community, he forces Popeye to consume his spinach. Unfortunately, Bluto betrays the Commodore, who resembles Popeye’s long-lost Poopdeck Pappy.

2. ‘THE BLUE LAGOON’ (1980)

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Cast:	Brooke shields, Christopher Atkins, Leo Mckern, William Daniel
Released on:	July 5, 1980
IMDb rating:	5.8/10

A devoted fan base has developed around the cult classic Blue Lagoon movie. While, each movie has its highs and lows. They all revolve around the idea of surviving and falling in love in a stunning but harsh setting. Indeed, it’s a treasure for people who love watching romance.

On a tropical island during the Victorian era, two kids are shipwrecked. Both live simply together without anyone to provide guidance. However, not realising that sexual maturity will soon step in and change everything. The two seven-year-old cousins, are marooned on a stunning island in the Pacific after surviving a shipwreck. The two learn the fundamentals of survival under Paddy Button’s (Leo McKern) guidance, a fellow castaway. To find love and loneliness in a tropical paradise on their own after Paddy’s death. Emmeline (now a teenager played by Brooke Shields) and Richard (played by Christopher Atkins) must travel to the island.

3. ‘RISKY BUSINESS’ (1983)

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Cast:	Tom Cruise, Rebecca De Mornay, Joe Pantoliano, Nicholas Pryor, Janet Carrol
Released on:	August 5, 1983
IMDb rating:	6.8/10

Risky business is of the most exciting movies of the 1980s. It is evident that an adolescent sex comedy was worthy of serious attention. Intelligent, fashionable, and pessimistic about the standards of the day.

In the film, the adolescent is called Joel. On the North Shore of Chicago, his family resides in a suburb. Joel is left alone at home when the movie begins as Mum and Dad leave for a holiday to a sun-drenched consumer paradise. Joel’s life is currently quite hectic. In addition to high school finals, he also has college board examinations.As his parents depart, things grow even crazier. Joel finds himself at the top of a pyramid of problems. He dials the number listed in one of those sex contact magazines and, connects with a young hooker who has just moved into the residence. He encounters the girl’s pimp as he takes his mother’s pricey Steuben egg. His father’s Porsche eventually sinks into Lake Michigan. The house of the family becomes a brothel.

The movie Risky Business, which has a 92% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, is regarded as one of the greatest of the 1980s.

6. ‘THE GOLDEN CHILD’ (1986)

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Cast:	Eddie Murphy, J.L.Rebate,Charles Dance, Charlotte Lewis, Randall ‘Tex’ Cobb
Released on:	December 12, 1986
IMDb rating:	5.9/10

The Golden Child revolves around an investigator specializing in missing children is tasked with locating a particular youngster whose evil powers seek to eliminate.

Eddie Murphy plays Chandler Jarrell in the movie. This Los Angeles social worker is told he is “The Chosen One” and must save “The Golden Child,” a kidnapped Tibetan youngster who is claimed to possess supernatural abilities and be the future of humanity.

4. ‘SHE’s GOTTA HAVE IT'(1986)

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Cast:	Tracy Camilla Johns, Tommy Redmond Hicks, John Canada Terrell, Spike Lee, Raye Dowell, Joie Lee, Dennis Karika
Released on:	August 8, 1986
IMDb rating:	6.8/10

The movie explores black sexuality via the actions of Nola Darling. A young, aspiring artist in Brooklyn who shares her body and soul with three boyfriends. She does not feel embarrassed about her relationships and is not bashful about them.

Absolutely gorgeous Nola Darling (Tracy Camilla Johns) decides to date three men together, since she can not pick which type of man she is looking for. The first is the wealthy, attractive narcissist Greer Childs (John Canada Terrell). Then there is Jamie Overstreet (Tommy Redmond Hicks), a strong, overly protective alpha guy. Mars Blackmon (Spike Lee), a shy nerd with a kind heart, is the last character. However, despite the positive qualities of each suitor, Darling does not know which to choose.

5. ‘CHILD’S PLAY’ (1988)

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Cast:	Catherine Hicks, Chris Sarandon, Alice Vincent, Brad Dourif, Dinah Manoff, Tommy Swerdlow, Jack Colvin
Released on:	November 9, 1988
IMDb rating:	6.6/10

In the film Child’s Play, a young child and everyone around him is being chased by a doll controlled by the spirit of a serial killer.

It has a relatively straightforward narrative. Andy’s mum gave him the doll he desired for his birthday, as any loving mother would. This doll, unfortunately, is truly the worst gift that anyone could receive since it is possessed by a serial killer who will not stop murdering no matter what body he is in. Andy is facing a tough existence choice. However, her mother buys Andy a doll possessed by the spirit of a convict named Chucky (Charles Lee Ray), who is out for vengeance against those who have mistreated him. And the doll does exactly that rather soon, putting Andy on trial for his misdeeds. Most of the movie is devoted to identifying who is responsible for these atrocities and why.

7. ‘WHEN HARRY MET SALLY’ (1989)

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Cast:	Meg Ryan, Billy Crystal, Carrie Fisher, Bruno Kirby
Released on:	July 21, 1989
IMDb rating:	7.7/10

The most Classical sequences in a movie. In this hilarious, quirky romantic comedy about dating misadventures, Ryan and Crystal have a fantastic connection.

Basically, the story revolves around two people who travel to New York City together soon after graduating from college, despite not getting along very well. Furthermore, their paths cross once more and this time they decide to explore whether men and women can be friends. Ten years later, Harry and Sally reconnect at a bookstore. With the help of their respective best friends, Jess (Bruno Kirby) and Marie (Carrie Fisher), they try to maintain their friendship without sexual tension.

Wrapping it up!

Indeed there are endless movies you can watch on Netflix however, these are the Top 7 movies from the 80s that you might miss out on. Seeing the classics is also a requirement if you’re a huge movie fan. They were the cornerstone of modern film. Thus you can only call yourself a serious movie fan if you watch them. Furthermore, you must see the most influential movies from the decade to avoid losing out.