THE BEST 80S & 90S MOVIES

The Best 80s & 90s Movies
Shat the Movies ask, what are the best 80s & 90s movies? Do you find yourself asking if the movies we loved while growing up were really that good? Have you caught yourself thinking, “why don’t they make movies like they use to?” Can you still remember spending your Friday Nights searching for the perfect movie rental at Blockbuster Video? Do you know what Blockbuster Video is? If you answered yes, then this is the podcast for you!
Your hosts, will take a look back in time & decide if our favorite films still hold up. Each week, the audience selects from four (6) movie choices that we will break out their race-car VHS tape re-winder and watch the movie that tallied the highest number of votes.
Occasionally, a special guest will join to help break down the craziness that was film-making in the ’80s & ’90s.
At the end of each podcast, The hosts will provide the audience with the number of wipes each movie would take to get off your respective bums. Find a comfortable spot on the sofa, and accompany us for a journey through our vast VHS movie collections.
The Best 80s & 90s Movie Reviews: (Click the movie poster to listen)
- Dumb and Dumber Poster 1994
- Better Off Dead Movie Poster 1985
- Drop Dead Fred Movie Poster 1991
- Lethal Weapon Movie Poster 1987
- Explorers Movie Poster 1985
- Ronin Movie Poster 1998
- Over The Top Movie Poster 1987
- The Santa Clause Movie Poster 1994
- The Nightmare Before Christmas
- Bram Stoker’s Dracula Movie Poster 1992
- Magnolia Movie Poster 1999
- Scarface Movie Poster 1983
- UHF Movie Poster 1989
- L.A. Story Movie Poster 1991
- Iron Eagle Movie Poster 1986
- The Shining Movie Poster 1980
- Army of Darkness Movie Poster 1992
- The Money Pit Movie Poster 1986
- Star Trek II The Wrath of Khan Movie Poster 1982
- E.T. the Extra Terrestrial Movie Poster 1982
- The Rock Movie Poster 1996
- The Boondock Saints Movie Poster 1999
- Kindergarten Cop Movie Poster 1990
- The Cable Guy Movie-Poster 1996
- Dogma Movie Poster 1999
- The-Karate-Kid-1984-Movie-Poster
- Bad-Boys-1995-Movie-Poster
- From-Dusk-Till-Dawn-1996-Movie-Poster
- Galaxy-Quest-1999-Movie-Poster
- Bill-and-Teds-Excelent-Adventure-1989-Movie-Poster
- Escape-From-New-York-1981-Movie-Poster
- The-Sandlot-1993-Movie-Poster
- Videodrome-1983-Movie-Poster
- Demolition-Man-1993-Movie-Poster
- The-Princess-Bride-1987-Movie-Poster
- Robocop 1987 Movie Poster
- King-Ralph-1991-Movie-Poster
- Pee-wee’s-Big-Adventure-1985-Movie-Poster
- The-Natural-1984-Movie-Poster
- Total-Recall-1990-Movie-Poster
- Toy-Story-1995-Movie-Poster
- Dune-1984-Movie-Poster
- Crimson-Tide-1995-Movie-Poster
- Back to The Future II Movie Poster 1989
- Licence-to-Drive-1988-Movie-Poster
- Safe-Men-1998-Movie-Poster
- predator-1987-movie-poster
- Weekend-at-Bernies-1989-Movie-Poster
- The-Burbs-1989-Movie-Poster
- The-Crow-(1994)-Movie-Poster
- WarGames (1983) Movie Poster
- Jingle All the Way 1996 Movie Poster
- Edward Scissorhands 1990 Movie Poster
- Good Will Hunting 1997 Movie Poster
- Groundhog-Day-1993-Movie-Poster
- The-Last-Boy-Scout-1991-Movie-Poster
- Tron-1982-Movie-Poster
- Under-Siege-1992-Movie-Poster
- Beetlejuice-1988-Movie-Poster
- Pet-Sematary-1989-Poster
- Friday the 13th 1980 Movie Poster
- Halloween-1978-Movie-Poster
- Gleaming-the-Cube-1989-Movie-Poster
- When Harry Met Sally 1989 Movie Poster
- My Cousin Vinny 1992 Movie Poster
- Last-Action-Hero-1993-Movie-Poster
- Arachnophobia 1990 Movie Poster
- Armageddon Movie Poster 1998
- Roadhouse Movie Poster 1989
- In The Mouth of Madness Movie Poster 1994
- Heat 1995 Movie Poster
- Labyrinth Movie Poster 1986
- The Goonies Movie Poster 1985
- The Terminator Movie Poster 1984
- Big Trouble in Little China Movie Poster 1986
- Showgirls Movie Poster 1995
- The Big Lebowski Movie Poster 1998
- Speed 2 Cruise Control Movie Poster 1997
- Rounders Movie Poster 1998
- spaceballs Movie Poster 1987
- backdraft Movie Poster 1991
- Real Genius Movie Poster 1985
- Jurassic Park Movie Poster 1993
- Braveheart Movie Poster 1995
- Timecop Movie Poster 1994
- Conan The Barbarian 1982 Movie Poster
- Casino Movie Poster 1995
- Flatliners Movie Poster 1990
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Movie Poster 1990
- True Romance Movie Poster 1993
- A Christmas Story Movie Poster 1983
- Scrooged Movie Poster 1988
- Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back Movie Poster 1980
- Robin Hood Prince of Thieves Movie Poster 1991
- Seven Movie Poster 1995
- Planes Trains & Automobiles Movie Poster 1987
- Point Break Movie Poster 1991
- A Nightmare on Elm Street Movie Poster 1984
- Poltergeist Movie Poster 1982
- Porky’s Movie Poster 1981
- The Matrix Movie Poster 1999
- Ghostbusters Movie Poster 1984
- Back to The Future Movie Poster 1985
- Rambo: First Blood Part II Movie Poster 1985
- The Blues Brothers Movie Poster 1980
- Top Gun Movie Poster 1986
- Caddyshack Movie Poster 1980
- 10 Things I Hate About You Movie Poster 1999
- Independence Day Movie Poster 1996
- Ferris Bueller’s Day Off Movie Poster 1986
- The Thing Movie Poster 1982
- Starship Troopers Movie Poster 1997
- Raiders of the Lost Ark Movie Poster 1981
- Batman Movie Poster 1989
- Fight Club Movie Poster 1999
- Aliens Movie Poster 1986
- Goldeneye Movie Poster 1995
- Willow Movie Poster 1988
- Who Framed Roger Rabbit Movie Poster 1988
- The Fifth Element Movie Poster 1997
- Major League Movie Poster 1989
- Twister Movie Poster 1996
- Raising Arizona Movie Poster 1987
- Blade Runner Movie Poster 1982
- The Shawshank Redemption Movie Poster 1994
- Pulp Fiction Movie Poster 1994
- Highlander Movie Poster 1986
- Revenge of the Nerds Movie Poster 1984
- Terminator 2: Judgment Day Movie Poster 1991
- Beverly Hills Cop Movie Poster 1984
- Breakfast Club Movie Poster 1985
- Commando Movie Poster 1985
- Rocky IV Movie Poster 1985
- Last Starfighter Movie Poster 1984
- Tombstone Movie Poster 1993
- Christmas Vacation Movie Poster 1989
- Home Alone Movie Poster 1990
- Die Hard Movie Poster 1988
- The Lost Boys Movie Poster 1987
- Coming to America Movie Poster 1988
- Westworld Movie Poster 1973
- Gremlins Movie Poster 1984
- Pretty Woman Movie Poster 1990
- Weird Science Movie Poster 1985
- Big Movie Poster 1988
HI Guys, Thank you for such an awesome Podcast. I have just discovered this recently and am devouring your episodes a few a day. Being a New Zealander born in 1970 I grew up with these movies. I enjoy your banter, mixed opinions and honesty.
May I Kindly suggest a few New Zealand Directed Films:
The Frighteners (1996) Directed by Sir Peter Jackson
Meet The Feebles (1995) Directed by Sir Peter Jackson
Bad Taste (1989) Directed by Sir Peter Jackson
What Dreams May Come (1998) Directed by Vincent Ward
All are films that have great meaning to me as a Kiwi, especially the early Peter Jackson films ( Bad Taste, due to being filmed over a couple of years on the weekend with his Mates holds a special place, due to what was achieved on a low, low budget)
Thought these may be something for you to consider.
Thanks and keep up the great work.
I discovered this show around the beginning of August this year and I’ve listened to your back log of shows from most recent and going in reverse. I’ve just finished your Christmas reviews of A Christmas Story and Scrooged. I’ve become quite a big fan of this show now and will be looking forward to all of your reviews. If I could add a couple fun suggestions:
American Martial Arts Movies:
Best of the Best (My personal pick)
Mortal Kombat
Showdown in Little Tokyo
Only The Strong
3 Ninjas
Surf Ninjas
Enter the Dragon
I know that’s more than six, but I would be amiss if I hadn’t included Enter the Dragon at the end there.
Also, as a working title
Urban School Movies:
Dangerous Minds
The Substitute
Lean on Me
Sister Act
The Principal
Stand and Deliver
Again, thank you for this fantastic podcast. I hope to see my suggestions put to a vote, but I’m just happy to be a listener.
“Ninja 3: Domination” is up for vote now, but I will be adding your Martial Arts movies to the next batch of categories. Vote for Ninja 3 here http://shatthemovies.com/vote/
Love your guys’ podcast. Probably about 3/4 through your library and I can’t believe there hasn’t been a Michael Douglas category! Arguably one of the top 3 most bankable actors from 84-94. Shat the bed when he did American President but has anyone had a better 10 year run than his Romancing the Stone through Disclosure?! I want my Gordon Gekko!
Love this podcast! I listen to quite a few movie pods and this one is by far my favorite, hands down. Also, thanks for not shoving soapbox politics in our faces. Keep up the good work!
BEST OF RICHARD GERE
– American Gigolo
– An Officer and a Gentleman
– Internal Affairs
– Sommersby
– First Knight
– Primal Fear
BEST OF DEMI MOORE
– About Last Night
– The Seventh Sign
– Indecent Proposal
– Disclosure
– Striptease
– G.I. Jane
I will add these with our next batch of categories, thanks for the suggestions.
Die Hard with a Vengeance the best die hard film!!!!!
This is my number 1 film of all time, this is the film I grew up watching over and over again, it has agreat opening scene, great music, great villain and small little details Which are clever but not in your face –
Detective Ricky Walsh and his badge number.
What’s 21 out of 42?
10 quarters on the dead guys,
14 dump trucks stolen from a yard
in Staten Island.
I could talk about this movie all day but would rather you guys did.
Thanks for all the work you guys it do, it really is a 0 wipe podcast.
Thanks for listening, and supporting the podcast Ryan.
Have you thought about Boyz In The Hood? I recently watched it after first seeing in like 20 something years ago and it held up pretty well 🙂
Hi Guys,
Just discovered your podcast recently… I’m loving it so far… please keep going!!
Here are some category ideas I just came up with…
BEST OF JOHN CARPENTER
The Fog
Escape from New York
Christine
They Live
In The Mouth Of Madness
Village of The Damned
Excluded:
Big Trouble in Little China (Kurt Russel deserves a category for himself)
The Thing (already reviewed)
BEST OF NICK NOLTE
– 48 Hrs.
– Down and Out in Beverly Hills
– Everybody Wins
– Cape Fear
– The Prince of Ties
– Mulholland Falls
VIETNAM MOVIES
– The Killing Fields
– Platoon
– Good Morning Vietnam
– Born on the Fourth of July
– Casualties of War
– The Thin Red Line
BEST OF CHUCK NORRIS
– Mission in Action
– Missing in Action 2
– Invasion U.S.A
– The Delta Force
– Lone Wolf McQuade
BEST SEQUELS
– Scream II
– Lethal Weapon 2
– Indiana Jones and The Templo of Doom
– Back to The Future II
– Batman Returns
– Mad Max 2
Excluded (the 2 best ever):
– Aliens (Already reviewed)
– Terminator 2 (Already reviewed)
BEST OF MELANIE GRIFFITH
– Working Girl
– Something Wild
– Cherry 2000
– Pacific Heights
– The Bonfire of Vanities
– Another Day in Paradise
Keep up the good work.
Cheers from PORTUGAL!!
Wow, thanks for some great suggestions… I have added “Best Sequels” Vote Now, and share with your friends. https://shatthemovies.com/vote/
What about a best of David Lynch?
DUNE
Blue Velvet
Wild At Heart
Lost Highway
Mulholland Drive
Inland Empire
Is there such a thing as “The Best of David Lynch”?
Hey Guys
I know you have a few up your sleeves already but can can you please find it in your hearts to do one of the following : (if not all) for a HUGE fan of the show?
To have a break from all the overbearing, ball-busting testosterone on the show, I thought it might be refreshing to try one of these out (for the ladies of course):
SEXY 90s THRILLERS:
Fatal Attraction pretty much kick-started this genre, and it seemed to reach it’s apex, if not it’s nadir, in the 90s. Some of these are actually still good:
Sliver (1993)
Disclosure (1994)
Basic Instinct (1992)
Indecent Proposal (1993)
Striptease (1996)
Final Analysis (1992)
Color of Night (1994)
Also, you seem to be sorely lacking in options for leading ladies, so indulge me in one of my favourites from the 80s and 90s – the awesomely funny, likeable and wonderfully blonde Goldie Hawn.
Best of GOLDIE HAWN
Private Benjamin (1980)
Seem Like Old Times (1980) – Starring with another powerhouse of the 80s – Chevy Chase. I remember this one fondly. Does it still hold up? A revisit is in order.
Wildcats (1986)
Overboard (1987)
Bird On A Wire (1990) (Who Has The Biggest Hair Competition – Mel Gibson or Goldie Hawn?)
Housesitter (1992)
Death Becomes Her (1992)
Last but not least,
KURT RUSSELL
I know you’ve done a few Kurt Russell films but there’re so many more golden oldies out there! Including:
Escape From New York (1981)
Big Trouble In Little China (1986)
Overboard (1987) (Obviously one of my favourites)
Tequila Sunrise (1988)
Tango & Cash (1989) Balls-to-the-wall tetosterone, this one.
Stargate (1994)
Executive Decision (1996)
Breakdown (1997)
I’m going to spam you with these ones until they’re added! Love the show, keep up the good work boys.
What about the best of Adam Sandler?
Big Daddy
Happy Gilmore
The Waterboy
The Wedding Singer
Billy Madison
Police Academy
The Naked Gun
Add two more titles.
I concur, this is a great idea. I can think of a few more, 80s and 90s Spoof Movies:
Airplane! (1980) (“Flying High” here in Oz)
Hot Shots! (1991)
Hot Shots! Part Deux (1993)
Loaded Weapon 1 (1993)
Robin Hood: Men In Tights (1993)
I’m kinda late to the game here, but really enjoy the podcast! Has anyone suggested a review of The Goonies? Not sure what subject it would fall under, maybe kids’ adventure movies? I would love to hear your guys’ take on it and if you think it holds up today. One of my favorite movies growing up and is an adventure that many of us 80’s born kids would have loved to be a part of. Keep up the good work!
Put the bunny in the box and review ConAir!!
We had Con Air in best of Nicolas Cage, and it got killed: The Rock-12.5%, Face/Off-18.4%, Con Air-10.1%, Raising Arizona-59.0%. Can you recommend three other movies (with common theme) to include with Con Air?
Action in the Air
Con-Air
Passenger 57
Air Force One
Broken Arrow
Con Air
Air Force One
Passenger 57
Executive Decision
1990’s airplane hostage film?
Guys gotta say I love the podcast. First of I’m a huge Eastwood fan so I would love for you to add maybe Heartbreak Ridge or perhaps Firefox. I would especially be interested in Big D’s views on either of these movies.
What an excellent podcast. I am only just catching up, but has the films; *Batteries Not Included, Masters Of The Universe, and Romancing The Stone, been up for voting yet?
I would love to hear Batteries Not Included
Hey guys why don’t you review one of the House horror movies from the 80’s. I would suggest House 2- the second story, I just checked and they are all on YouTube.
What about Space Camp. That was ahh hmm good when I was a kid. Not sure how good it is now….
I wanted to go to Space Camp when I was a kid… But my parents never had the money. 🙁
Hey guys, how about Flight Of The Navigator, The Princess Bride, Ghostbusters, E.T., Honey I Shrunk The Kids, Radio Flyer, Hook!
Thanks, I have added all your great suggestions.. make sure you also vote – http://shatthemovies.com/vote/
“Klopec what is that, Slovak? No! About a nine on the tension scale Rube.”
Hey! Pinocchio! Where are you going?
The ‘Burbs is a must guys!
Gene is a huge fan of The Burbs … and sardines.
The ‘Burbs is a classic! May I suggest a “Best of Corey Feldman” review?
OMG Goodfellas!!
Near Dark, License To Drive, Young Guns, St Elmo’s Fire, The Outsiders, Heathers, The Wraith, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, Point Break and Can’t Buy Me Love!!
Wrong Joe Pesci movie
Oh, forgot my all time fave – Fast Times at Ridgemont High.
Would love to see Top Gun, Ferris Bueller, Breakfast Club, Valley Girl, Can’t Buy Me Love, Just One of the Guys, License to Drive, Private School, River’s Edge. Some of them are probably on your list already….
Being a slightly older vintage than you fine gentlemen, I would love to hear your take on a comedy classic from my uni days – ‘Airplane’ (1980) – or as we knew it here in Oz, ‘Flying High’.
“Best comedy of 1980?” – ‘Shirley you can’t be serious!”
ps – After enjoying you’re epic WestWorld casting, I’m loving reliving my youth by listening to your retakes of 1980 film classics – great work
Great suggestion, John! And thanks for the kind words.
Freaking loved Less Than Zero… can’t wait to hear your take on it. Please add Doc Hollywood and The Hard Way to the list of future movies to review as well. As a Blockbuster veteran (12 years, MOD) I will say you guys do a great job…. keep up the good work!!!
Thanks so much, Tom. I’m sure Dick will be glad to hear he’s not alone among the ranks of ex-Blockbuster men. “Less Than Zero” is right up my alley. Love the recommendation.
I think that I actually wore out my vinyl copy of the Less than Zero soundtrack on Hazy Shade of Winter alone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxrwImCJCqk
I’m watching Lethal Weapon right now, I feel your list is incomplete without it! I mean, what does Murtaugh think the kill radius of a pineapple grenade is? Also, Riggs’ with the ‘sniper’ rifle? He hits each one center mass with the shortest barrelled rifle I’ve ever seen at a range of, what, a half mile? Ugh! Ridiculous. I can’t even begin with Gary fucking Busey.
Thank you, nice read.
Please add “My Cousin Vinny.” I am a current law student and I watch this movie to get ready for Mock Trial. This movie is the reason I am in law school now.
Tiffany, We have gladly added My Cousin Vinny to this weeks listener poll. Make sure to have your friends vote and keep listening.