1980s

THE ROCKFORD FILES --

‘The Rockford Files’ Turns 50, Do You Remember All These Guest Stars?

James Garner’s hit crime show showcased many familiar faces.

Swayze & Gyllenhall in Road House

Swayze Vs. Gyllenhaal: Which ‘Road House’ Throws a Better Punch?

We review them both; see who we think is victorious.

POLICE ACADEMY, Bruce Mahler (third row left), Kim Cattrall (second row left), Marion Ramsey (front left), Steve Guttenberg (with medal), 1984,

Forty Years Since ‘Police Academy:’ Where Are These Misfit Cops Today?

The hysterical 1984 movie that spawned many sequels just celebrated its anniversary.

Collage of T miniseries

Miniseries Madness Countdown! Our Top 20 of These TV Classics

This March we have been counting down our top 20 favorite miniseries and we just revealed the final 5! Plus vote for your favorite.

Steve Perry of Journey performing at the Rosemont Horizon in Rosemont, Illinois, May 21, 1982

Journey Fans Turn to Facebook to Congratulate Steve Perry and Band on Biggest Song of All Time

Thousands of fans respond to Steve Perry and Neal Schon’s posts on Facebook.

image from a 1981 commercial for the Shake-an-Egg Easter egg dye coloring kit. A mother is seated at a table in between her daughter, on the viewer's left, and son, on the right. They have the Shake-an-Egg kit open and spread out on the table, and they are placing eggs in bags filled with coloring crystals to shake them.

When It Came to Coloring Easter Eggs, Were You a Shake-an-Egg or PAAS Person?

No matter which Easter egg dye kit you might have used back in the day, did it ever seem like you ended up coloring your table more than the eggs?

SIMON AND GARFUNKEL, Art Garfunkel & Paul Simon on ABC'S 'The Songmaker's', Feb., 24, 1967

Paul Simon Addresses ‘Broken’ Friendship with Art Garfunkel in New MGM+ Documentary

It was an uneven partnership because I was writing all of the songs.

GHOSTBUSTERS, Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis, 1984.

The Ghostbusters Sequel Is Officially Out! Is the Original the Most Quintessential ’80s Film Ever?

As the original 1984 cast reunites 40 years later for ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,’ I finally watch the original.

Joe Perry and Steven Tyler of Aerosmith perform live on stage at the Wells Fargo Center on September 02, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Should Aging Rock Stars Push Through the Pain For Their Fans?

Many perhaps should slow down, but aren’t.

circa 1955: American singer and actor Harry Belafonte smiling with his arm around the waist of his second wife, American dancer Julie Robinson. Robinson wears braids on either side.

Julie Robinson Belafonte, Harry Belafonte’s Wife of 50 Years, Dies at 95

She was a dancer, actress, and long-time activist.

Menendez Brothers Victims or Villains FOX Nation

Were the Menendez Brothers Villains or Victims? FOX Nation Series Weighs New Evidence

The double murder case shocked and captivated the nation early 35 years ago.

Dallas Steve Kanaly, Linda Gray, Charlene Tilton, Larry Hagman, Jim Davis, Barbara Bel Geddes, Victoria Principal, Patrick Duffy, 1978-1991

Where is the Cast of ‘Dallas’ in 2024? Find Out Who Owns a Bread Company!

Find out where the cast members are 45 years later.

CHEERS, Nicholas Colasanto, Rhea Perlman, Shelley Long, Ted Danson, 1982-93

Ultimate Trivia: TV Series Finales, Did Diane Return to ‘Cheers’?

Take our quiz and find out!

BEETLEJUICE, Michael Keaton, 1988

You Said His Name 3 Times Didn’t You? ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ Is Coming!

Watch the official teaser trailer here!

The Neverending Story Noah Hathaway, 1984

‘The Neverending Story’ is Getting a Remake

The beloved classic is getting a makeover.

BLOOD SIMPLE, M. Emmet Walsh, 1984,

M. Emmet Walsh Dies: ‘Blade Runner’ & ‘The Jerk’ Actor Was 88

Longtime character actor is known for roles in ‘Blood Simple,’ ‘My Best Friend’s Wedding,’ ‘Critters,’ and over 200 more onscreen credits.

Bruce Hinton of MCA, George Strait and Erv Woolsey, circa 1991

Longtime Manager for Country Singer George Strait, Erv Woolsey, Dies at 80

He worked with many country artists.

NIGHT OF THE COMET, US poster art, Sharon Farrell, 1984.

Countdown to the Eclipse: Could the End of the World Be Near? These Movies Would Say Yes!

Celebrate the upcoming April 8, 2024 Solar Eclipse with 10 of our favorite cosmic event movies.

Little House on the Prairie Michael Landon, 1974-1983

‘Little House on the Prairie’ Cast Members Will Reunite in Honor of Michael Landon

They are raising money to help end pancreatic cancer.

POPEYE, Shelley Duvall, Robin Williams, Wesley Ivan Hurt, 1980,

Another Live-Action ‘Popeye the Sailor Man’ Movie is in the Works

Popeye is coming back to the big screen!

Kate & Allie Susan Saint James, Jane Curtin, 1984-89

Where Are The Stars of ‘Kate & Allie’ Now 40 Years Later?

Stars Jane Curtin and Susan Saint James careers went in totally different directions.

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS, Charlton Heston, 1956.

Hollywood Heaven: Top 9 Movies That Opens up the Pearly Gates

Over the decades, Hollywood has looked up at the pearly gates and wondered what it takes to gain entrance

American rock group Journey, New York, June 1979. Left to right: guitarist Neal Schon, bassist Ross Valory, keyboard player Gregg Rolie, singer Steve Perry, and drummer Steve Smith

Journey’s Popular Tune Becomes ‘Biggest Song of All Time’

Can you guess which one it is?

Richard Simmons of THE RICHARD SIMMONS SHOW, 1981.

Richard Simmons Insists ‘I Am Not Dying’ After Cryptic Facebook Post

The fitness guru had fans panicking about his state of health.

Last Chance Garage on Motortrend, 1933 Ford Roadster

Classic Cars Get Restored on New Series ‘Last Chance Garage’

Delightful to see classic cars like a ’67 Mustang, ’69 Chevy Nova, 1933 Ford Cabriolet and so many more get restored to their original beauty.

Star Trek V: The Final Frontier William Shatner, 1989

William Shatner Can Pinpoint His Greatest Career Regret

It all has to do with ‘Star Trek.’

Fraggle Rock from left: Boober Fraggle, Gobo Fraggle, Mokey Fraggle, Wembley Fraggle, Red Fraggle, 1983-1987

‘Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock’ Season 2 Heading to Apple TV+

This season, a threat is coming to the Rock!

Jeff Lynne ELO Tour image

Jeff Lynne’s ELO Announce 2024 Final Live Tour: ‘Over and Out’

It kicks off in Palm Desert, CA, on August 24th.

SCOOBY-DOO, WHERE ARE YOU?, Scooby-Doo, Daphne, Shaggy, Fredddy, Velma, 1969-1972.

Scooby-Doo & Mystery Monsters: How Many Scooby-Doo Villains Can You Name?

And if it wasn’t for those pesky kids they would have gotten away with it.

image from the 1989 TV miniseries

A Free Streaming Channel Devoted to Westerns Is Launching on Roku

At launch, Shout! TV’s Wild West TV FAST channel will feature 16 TV Western series, including “Lonesome Dove” and “Bonanza,” along with more than 150 Western movies, like John Ford’s classic “Stagecoach.”