10. Top Gun
Box Office: $176.8 million
The highly anticipated Top Gun sequel isn't set to hit theaters until 2022. Until then, you're welcome to check out the first one from 1986, which still holds up very well today. Complemented by a soundtrack that includes Berlin's hit "Take My Breath Away," the tale of a highly confident and cocky naval aviator has a little something for everyone. In addition to an action-packed storyline with awe-inspiring flying scenes, there's also an equally compelling love story that unfolds as the movie progresses. It's also the film that catapulted Tom Cruise to mega-star status.9. Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
Box Office: $197.2 million
One of several box office smashes directed by Steven Spielberg, this 1984 follow-up to 1981's Raiders of the Lost Ark earned mixed reviews from fans and some critics for its darker, violent tone and portrayal of Hindu culture. The team behind the franchise got the message and lightened the tone with 1989's Last Crusade, which features a wonderful performance by Sean Connery as Indy's dad. Incidentally, Harrison Ford is set to return to the title role for a fifth installment due in 2023.8. Back to the Future
Box Office: $210.6 million
Considered one of the top sci-fi films of all time by the American Film Institute, Back to the Future remains an iconic 1980s movie today due to its timeless tale of the time-traveling adventures and mishaps of a teenager who has to get back in time to avoid the pitfalls of an alternate 1985 where nothing is at it should be. Already known for his role as Alex P. Keaton by the time this flick came out, Michael J. Fox gives a standout performance as Marty McFly, as does Christopher Lloyd as the delightfully eccentric Dr. Emmett Brown.7. Beverly Hills Cop
Box Office: $234.8 million
The role of wisecracking Detroit detective Axel Foley shot Saturday Night Live alum Eddie Murphy to superstardom. The top-grossing film of 1984 and the third highest-grossing R-rated film of all time when adjusted for inflation, Beverly Hills Cop gave us many iconic one-liners that still generate plenty of LOLs today when watching this film. The 1987 sequel drew large crowds to theaters as well. Unfortunately, this wasn't the case with the third 1994 film in the series.6. Ghostbusters
Box Office: $238.6 million
So popular it spawned an equally popular and still fondly remembered Saturday morning cartoon series and a breakfast cereal, the original Ghostbusters has earned its place as one of the forever-favorites from the eighties. The paranormal comedy featuring the giant Stay Puft Marshmallow Man and Bill Murray in one of his most memorable roles earned praise from critics and moviegoers alike in 1984. However, this wasn't the case with the 1989 sequel – which got some love from fans, but not critics.Notice 1984 is the year from the eighties represented the most on this list, and for good reason, too! It's the same year that spawned the box office hits Karate Kid, the original Terminator, and Footloose.
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