The Cotton Club
6.6 2h 9min
The Cotton Club
Set against the backdrop of the vibrant Harlem jazz scene during the late 1920s and early 1930s, this film weaves a tale of music, love, and crime. The story follows…
Trancers (1985)
6.0 1h 16min
Trancers (1985)
In this 1984 science fiction film directed by Charles Band, viewers are introduced to a dystopian future where a hardened detective named Jack Deth, played by Tim Thomerson, is on…
Body Double
6.8 1h 54min
Body Double
In this 1984 thriller directed by Brian De Palma, a struggling actor named Jake Scully, played by Craig Wasson, finds himself embroiled in a web of intrigue and suspense after…
Crimes of Passion
6.4 1h 47min
Crimes of Passion
In this provocative drama directed by Ken Russell, the narrative delves into the dual lives of a fashion designer by day and a sex worker by night, portrayed by Kathleen…
The Burning Bed
7.2 1h 35min
The Burning Bed
In this powerful 1984 drama directed by Robert Greenwald, Farrah Fawcett delivers a compelling performance as Francine Hughes, a woman trapped in an abusive marriage. The film explores the harrowing…
Ghost Warrior
5.2 1h 21min
Ghost Warrior
In this 1984 film, a 400-year-old samurai is accidentally revived in modern-day Los Angeles, leading to a clash of cultures and a series of thrilling confrontations. The narrative explores themes…
A Soldier’s Story
7.2 1h 41min
A Soldier’s Story
Set against the backdrop of World War II, this gripping drama follows the investigation into the murder of a black sergeant on a Louisiana military base. The film delves into…
The Hit
7.0 1h 38min
The Hit
In this 1984 crime drama directed by Stephen Frears, a former gangster, played by Terence Stamp, is living in Spain under witness protection after testifying against his former associates. His…
A Soldier’s Story
7.2 1h 41min
A Soldier’s Story
Set against the backdrop of World War II, this gripping drama follows an African American officer, Captain Davenport, as he investigates the murder of a black sergeant in a racially…
Exterminator 2
4.6 1h 29min
Exterminator 2
In this gritty action sequel, John Eastland, played by Robert Ginty, returns as the vigilante hero determined to clean up the crime-ridden streets of New York City. This time, he…
Blood Simple.
7.5 1h 39min
Blood Simple.
In this neo-noir thriller, a Texas bar owner suspects his wife of infidelity and hires a private investigator to confirm his suspicions, setting off a chain of events marked by…
Tightrope
6.3 1h 54min
Tightrope
In this gripping thriller, Clint Eastwood stars as a New Orleans detective who finds himself embroiled in a series of brutal murders that blur the line between his professional and…
Fear City
5.7 1h 35min
Fear City
Set against the gritty backdrop of 1980s New York City, this thriller follows a former boxer turned strip club manager as he becomes embroiled in a tense investigation. A mysterious…
Wheels on Meals
7.0 1h 40min
Wheels on Meals
In this 1984 action-comedy, two cousins, played by Jackie Chan and Yuen Biao, run a food truck in Barcelona and find themselves entangled in a series of misadventures involving a…
The Pope of Greenwich Village
6.6 2h 1min
The Pope of Greenwich Village
In this 1984 crime drama, two small-time hustlers, Charlie and Paulie, find themselves in over their heads after a botched robbery in New York City’s Little Italy. The film stars…
Top Secret!
7.2 1h 30min
Top Secret!
In this 1984 comedy, viewers are taken on a wild ride through a parody of both World War II spy films and Elvis Presley musicals. The film stars Val Kilmer…
Streets of Fire
6.7 1h 33min
Streets of Fire
Set in a stylized, retro-futuristic city, this film follows the story of a mercenary named Tom Cody, played by Michael Paré, who is hired to rescue his ex-girlfriend, a rock…
Once Upon a Time in America
8.3 3h 49min
Once Upon a Time in America
Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America, this epic crime drama follows the lives of a group of Jewish friends from their childhood in New York’s Lower East Side…
Flashpoint
6.4 1h 33min
Flashpoint
In this 1984 thriller directed by William Tannen, two Texas border patrolmen, played by Kris Kristofferson and Treat Williams, stumble upon a decades-old mystery when they discover a jeep buried…
Police Academy
6.7 1h 36min
Police Academy
In this 1984 comedy directed by Hugh Wilson, a new policy allows anyone to join the police force, leading to a diverse group of misfit recruits entering the academy. The…
Against All Odds
5.9 2h 8min
Against All Odds
In this 1984 film directed by Taylor Hackford, a former professional football player, played by Jeff Bridges, is hired to track down the missing girlfriend of a shady nightclub owner….
Alley Cat
5.3 1h 22min
Alley Cat
A skilled young martial artist thwarts a brutal street gang’s attempt to burglarize her grandparents’ home. In retaliation, the gang targets her for assassination, but tragically, her grandparents are killed…
Repo Man
6.8 1h 32min
Repo Man
In this cult classic directed by Alex Cox, a young punk named Otto, played by Emilio Estevez, finds himself drawn into the bizarre world of car repossession. As he navigates…
Lassiter
5.8 1h 40min
Lassiter
Set in the pre-World War II era, this film follows the charming and suave jewel thief, Nick Lassiter, as he navigates a high-stakes heist in London. The plot thickens when…
Crackers
5.2 1h 31min
Crackers
Set in San Francisco, this comedic caper follows a group of misfit characters who plan a heist on a pawnshop. The ensemble cast includes Donald Sutherland and Sean Penn, who…
Violated
4.9 1h 28min
Violated
A New York City actress takes a stand against a gang of criminals who are mistreating her friends from the party scene.
BMX Bandits
5.5 1h 28min
BMX Bandits
In this 1983 Australian adventure film, a group of teenagers stumbles upon a cache of walkie-talkies, inadvertently putting themselves in the crosshairs of a group of bank robbers. The film…
So Long, Stooge
7.3 1h 40min
So Long, Stooge
Lambert, a man worn out by life, spends his nights working at a gas station, speaking little, living in solitude, and drinking heavily. Bensoussan, who grew up in foster care…
Gorky Park
6.7 2h 8min
Gorky Park
Set against the chilling backdrop of Soviet-era Moscow, this gripping thriller follows Arkady Renko, a determined Soviet detective, as he investigates a gruesome triple murder in a snow-covered park. The…
D.c Cab
5.5 1h 40min
D.c Cab
In this 1983 comedy directed by Joel Schumacher, a group of misfit cab drivers in Washington, D.C., band together to save their struggling taxi company from financial ruin. The film…
Scarface
8.3 2h 50min
Scarface
In this iconic crime drama directed by Brian De Palma, Al Pacino delivers a powerful performance as Tony Montana, a determined Cuban immigrant who rises to power in Miami’s drug…
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Sudden Impact
6.6 1h 57min
Sudden Impact
In this gripping 1983 film, Clint Eastwood reprises his iconic role as “Dirty” Harry Callahan, a tough San Francisco cop known for his unorthodox methods. The story follows Callahan as…
Secret of the Blackbirds
6.5 1h 37min
Secret of the Blackbirds
Mr. Fortescue, the head of a large corporation, dies under mysterious circumstances. The autopsy reveals he was poisoned. He was not well-liked, and even his own family had motives for…
Rumble Fish
7.1 1h 34min
Rumble Fish
Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, this 1983 film is a visually striking exploration of youth and identity, set against the backdrop of a decaying urban landscape. The story follows Rusty…
Revenge of the Ninja
6.0 1h 30min
Revenge of the Ninja
In this 1983 action-packed martial arts film, a skilled ninja relocates to America with his family, seeking a peaceful life away from his violent past. However, he soon finds himself…
Strange Brew
6.6 1h 30min
Strange Brew
In this 1983 comedy, two hapless brothers, Bob and Doug McKenzie, embark on a quest to get free beer by presenting a convoluted scheme to a local brewery. Their plan…
The House of the Yellow Carpet
6.0 1h 29min
The House of the Yellow Carpet
Franca and her husband Antonio choose to sell a yellow carpet that was a present from Franca’s stepfather. One day, when Antonio is not home, an unusual man calls, expressing…
Smokey and the Bandit Part 3
3.5 1h 25min
Smokey and the Bandit Part 3
The Enos pair manage to persuade Cletus, also known as The Bandit, to emerge from seclusion and assist in advertising their new eatery. After some persuasion, he consents, bringing along…
Curse of the Pink Panther
4.3 1h 49min
Curse of the Pink Panther
In this 1983 comedy, the bumbling Inspector Clouseau has mysteriously disappeared, prompting the authorities to deploy a state-of-the-art computer to find the world’s second-best detective. The search leads to the…
Risky Business
6.8 1h 39min
Risky Business
In this 1983 film, a high school student named Joel Goodsen, played by Tom Cruise, finds himself in a series of unexpected and risky situations after his parents leave him…
The Star Chamber
6.3 1h 49min
The Star Chamber
In this gripping legal thriller directed by Peter Hyams, Michael Douglas stars as a disillusioned judge who becomes involved with a secret society of judges that takes justice into its…
Psycho II
6.6 1h 53min
Psycho II
Set 22 years after the events of the original film, this psychological horror-thriller follows Norman Bates, played by Anthony Perkins, as he is released from a mental institution and attempts…
Lone Wolf McQuade
6.3 1h 47min
Lone Wolf McQuade
In this 1983 action-packed film directed by Steve Carver, Chuck Norris stars as a rugged and independent Texas Ranger who takes on a ruthless arms dealer. The movie showcases intense…
The Outsiders
7.0 1h 31min
The Outsiders
Set in the 1960s, this film explores the intense rivalry between two teenage gangs, the Greasers and the Socs, in a small Oklahoma town. The story follows Ponyboy Curtis, a…
Bad Boys
7.2 2h 3min
Bad Boys
In this gritty 1983 drama directed by Rick Rosenthal, a young delinquent named Mick O’Brien, played by Sean Penn, finds himself navigating the harsh realities of a juvenile detention center…
10 to Midnight
6.3 1h 41min
10 to Midnight
In this intense thriller directed by J. Lee Thompson, Charles Bronson stars as a seasoned detective on the trail of a cunning and deranged serial killer. The film delves into…
Curtains
5.5 1h 29min
Curtains
In this 1983 Canadian slasher film, a group of actresses is invited to a secluded mansion to audition for a coveted role in a film, only to find themselves being…
Olivia
5.2 1h 25min
Olivia
Olivia (played by Suzanna Love), a captivating and enigmatic woman living in London, is tormented by disturbing memories from her past. She embarks on an intense romance with Mike (portrayed…
Blue Thunder
6.4 1h 49min
Blue Thunder
In this 1983 action thriller, directed by John Badham, a Los Angeles police officer, played by Roy Scheider, is assigned to test a high-tech helicopter designed for surveillance and combat….
Vigilante
6.5 1h 30min
Vigilante
In this gritty 1983 film directed by William Lustig, the story follows a factory worker, played by Robert Forster, who becomes disillusioned with the justice system after a brutal attack…
Angst
7.2 1h 27min
Angst
A murderer, recently freed from incarceration, invades an isolated house with the intent to murder a woman, her disabled son, and her attractive daughter.
Winners & Sinners
6.6 1h 48min
Winners & Sinners
In this 1983 action-comedy, five small-time crooks, played by a talented ensemble including Sammo Kam-Bo Hung and Jackie Chan, are released from prison and attempt to go straight by starting…
Winners & Sinners
6.6 1h 48min
Winners & Sinners
Directed by Sammo Kam-Bo Hung, this 1983 action-comedy film follows the misadventures of five small-time crooks who, after being released from prison, attempt to go straight by starting a cleaning…
The King of Comedy
7.8 1h 49min
The King of Comedy
In this darkly comedic film directed by Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro stars as Rupert Pupkin, an aspiring stand-up comedian with delusions of grandeur. Desperate for fame, Pupkin concocts a…
48 Hrs.
6.9 1h 36min
48 Hrs.
In this 1982 action-comedy, a grizzled cop teams up with a wisecracking convict to track down a pair of ruthless criminals. The film stars Nick Nolte and Eddie Murphy, whose…
Trail of the Pink Panther
4.8 1h 36min
Trail of the Pink Panther
In this 1982 comedy, the bumbling Inspector Clouseau, played by the legendary Peter Sellers, is on the case once again, attempting to track down the elusive Pink Panther diamond. The…
Still of the Night
6.0 1h 33min
Still of the Night
In this 1982 psychological thriller directed by Robert Benton, a New York psychiatrist becomes embroiled in a murder investigation after one of his patients is found dead. The film stars…
Q
6.0 1h 33min
Q
In this 1982 film directed by Larry Cohen, New York City is terrorized by a giant, winged serpent that takes up residence atop the Chrysler Building. As the creature wreaks…
The Draughtsman’s Contract
7.2 1h 48min
The Draughtsman’s Contract
Set in the opulent English countryside of the late 17th century, this film follows a talented but arrogant draughtsman who is commissioned to create twelve drawings of a wealthy estate….
The Draughtsman’s Contract
7.2 1h 48min
The Draughtsman’s Contract
Set in the opulent English countryside of the late 17th century, this film follows a talented and arrogant draughtsman, Mr. Neville, who is commissioned to create a series of drawings…
The Draughtsman’s Contract
7.2 1h 48min
The Draughtsman’s Contract
Set in the opulent English countryside of the late 17th century, this film follows a talented but arrogant draughtsman who is commissioned to create twelve drawings of a wealthy estate….
Hammett
6.4 1h 37min
Hammett
In this intriguing neo-noir film, the story follows a fictionalized version of the renowned detective novelist Dashiell Hammett, played by Frederic Forrest, as he becomes embroiled in a real-life mystery…
Class of
6.5 1h 38min
Class of
In this gritty 1982 film directed by Mark L. Lester, a high school teacher finds himself in a battle against a group of violent and unruly students who have taken…
Dead Men Don’t Wear Plaid
6.8 1h 28min
Dead Men Don’t Wear Plaid
In this 1982 film, directed by Carl Reiner, Steve Martin stars as a private detective embroiled in a complex case involving murder and intrigue. The movie cleverly integrates clips from…
Dead Men Don’t Wear Plaid
6.8 1h 28min
Dead Men Don’t Wear Plaid
In this 1982 film directed by Carl Reiner, Steve Martin stars as a private detective embroiled in a complex case involving murder, deceit, and a mysterious woman. The movie cleverly…
I, the Jury
5.9 1h 51min
I, the Jury
In this 1982 crime thriller, private investigator Mike Hammer, played by Armand Assante, is on a relentless quest to solve the murder of his best friend. As he delves deeper…
Some Kind of Hero
5.8 1h 37min
Some Kind of Hero
In this 1982 film directed by Michael Pressman, Richard Pryor stars as a Vietnam War veteran who returns home to face a series of personal and financial challenges. The protagonist’s…
Penitentiary II
4.4 1h 48min
Penitentiary II
In this gripping sequel directed by Jamaa Fanaka, the story follows the journey of Martel “Too Sweet” Gordone, played by Leon Isaac Kennedy, as he navigates life after being released…
Silent Rage
5.4 1h 43min
Silent Rage
In this 1982 action-horror film, Chuck Norris stars as a small-town sheriff who faces a terrifying challenge when a maniacal killer, brought back to life through experimental medical procedures, goes…
Evil Under the Sun
7.0 1h 57min
Evil Under the Sun
In this 1982 film directed by Guy Hamilton, the renowned detective Hercule Poirot, played by Peter Ustinov, finds himself unraveling a murder mystery at a luxurious island resort. The star-studded…
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Police Squad!
8.4
Police Squad!
Police Squad! is a television comedy series first broadcast in 1982, created by David Zucker, Jim Abrahams and Jerry Zucker, and starring Leslie Nielsen. A spoof of police procedurals, the series featured Zucker, Abrahams and Zucker’s usual sight gags, wordplay and non sequiturs. While a parody of many television shows and movies, it bore a particular resemblance to the Lee Marvin cop show, M Squad and the late 1960s series Felony Squad. Although cancelled after only six episodes, the show spawned the successful Naked Gun film series. TV Guide ranked it #7 on their 2013 list of 60 shows that…
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The Border
6.4 1h 48min
The Border
In this 1982 film directed by Tony Richardson, the story follows Charlie Smith, a U.S. Border Patrol agent played by Jack Nicholson, who becomes entangled in the moral complexities of…
Sharky’s Machine
6.3 2h 2min
Sharky’s Machine
In this 1981 crime thriller, Burt Reynolds stars as a tough Atlanta narcotics cop who is demoted to the vice squad after a drug bust goes awry. As he delves…
Sharky’s Machine
6.3 2h 2min
Sharky’s Machine
In this 1981 crime thriller, Burt Reynolds stars as a tough Atlanta cop who is demoted to the vice squad after a botched drug bust. As he delves deeper into…
Absence of Malice
6.9 1h 56min
Absence of Malice
Directed by Sydney Pollack, this 1981 film stars Paul Newman and Sally Field in a gripping drama that explores the ethical dilemmas faced by journalists. The story revolves around a…
The Looney, Looney, Looney Bugs Bunny Movie
7.1 1h 19min
The Looney, Looney, Looney Bugs Bunny Movie
This animated feature is a compilation of classic Looney Tunes shorts, cleverly woven together with new bridging sequences featuring the iconic Bugs Bunny. Directed by the legendary Friz Freleng, the…
Hoodwink
6.1 1h 29min
Hoodwink
“Hoodwink” draws inspiration from the real-life tale of an Australian swindler who momentarily captivated the media, though not the law enforcement. The film features John Hargreaves as a convict in…
The Professional
7.4 1h 48min
The Professional
French secret agent Joss Baumont is tasked with assassinating President Njala of an African nation. Before he can carry out his assignment, the mission is abruptly canceled, and he is…
The Pursuit of D.B. Cooper
5.6 1h 40min
The Pursuit of D.B. Cooper
In this 1981 film, the story follows the infamous hijacker D.B. Cooper, who successfully parachutes out of a plane with a hefty ransom, sparking a thrilling chase. The narrative delves…
True Confessions
6.3 1h 48min
True Confessions
Set in the gritty backdrop of 1940s Los Angeles, this film delves into the complex relationship between two brothers, one a detective and the other a Catholic monsignor, as they…
For a Cop’s Hide
6.4 1h 45min
For a Cop’s Hide
In this 1981 French crime thriller, Alain Delon stars as a gritty police officer entangled in a web of corruption and betrayal. The film delves into the complexities of law…
For a Cop’s Hide
6.4 1h 45min
For a Cop’s Hide
In this 1981 French crime thriller, Alain Delon stars as a gritty police officer entangled in a web of corruption and betrayal. The film delves into the complexities of law…
For a Cop’s Hide
6.4 1h 45min
For a Cop’s Hide
In this thriller, Alain Delon takes on dual roles as both the star and director, portraying a former police officer on a mission to take down a gang of drug…
Body Heat
7.4 1h 53min
Body Heat
In this steamy neo-noir thriller, a small-town Florida lawyer becomes entangled in a dangerous affair with a seductive woman, leading to a plot of murder and betrayal. The film stars…
An Eye for an Eye
5.5 1h 46min
An Eye for an Eye
After his partner’s murder drives him to a breaking point, Sean Kane is compelled to leave his position with the San Francisco Police Department’s Narcotics Division. Determined to seek justice…
Blow Out
7.4 1h 48min
Blow Out
In this gripping thriller directed by Brian De Palma, John Travolta stars as a sound technician who inadvertently records evidence of a political assassination while working on a low-budget horror…
Enter The Ninja
5.2 1h 39min
Enter The Ninja
In this 1981 action film directed by Menahem Golan, the story follows a skilled American martial artist who completes his training in Japan and travels to the Philippines. There, he…