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1981 Movies Episodes

Here is the list of the movies we covered that were released in 1981.
Nov. 24, 2024

Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior (1981)

"In the future, cities will become deserts, roads will become battlefields and the hope of mankind will appear as a stranger." For this week's episode, we are discussing 1981 dystopian action movie 'Mad Max 2: The Road Warrio...

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July 6, 2024

The Burning (1981)

In this episode of the "All 80s Movies Podcast", Bill Bant and Jason Masek discuss the 1981 slasher film 'The Burning.' They talk about the plot, the cast, and the special effects, highlighting the gory kills and the impressive work …

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April 27, 2024

Sharky's Machine (1981)

In this episode, Bill and Jason discuss the 1981 crime drama 'Sharky's Machine'. They share their earliest memories of the film and their overall thoughts. They highlight the gritty cop drama genre and the performances of Burt Reynolds and Rachel …

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Oct. 13, 2023

Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981)

"Just when you thought it was safe to go back to camp..." For our second episode of our third annual "Splatter Cinema Month" series, we will be going back to Crystal Lake to discuss 'Friday the 13th Part 2', starring …

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July 7, 2023

Blow Out (1981)

"Murder has a sound all of its own!" In this week's episode, we discuss the thriller 'Blow Out' starring John Travolta, Nancy Allen and John Lithgow. Written and directed by Brian De Palma. Blow Out - IMDB: https://www.imdb.c...

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April 21, 2023

Thief (1981)

"Tonight, his take home pay is $410,000...tax free." In this week's episode, we discuss the crime drama 'Thief' starring James Caan, James Belushi and Tuesday Weld. Written and directed by Michael Mann. Based on the novel "Th...

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March 10, 2023

Nighthawks (1981)

"Wulfgar, an international terrorist holds the City of New York hostage, but Deke DaSilva, the most dangerous cop known to man, can take him down." In this week's episode, we discuss the crime thriller 'Nighthawks' starring S...

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Aug. 26, 2022

Neighbors (1981)

"Lock the doors... here come the Neighbors." In this week's episode we discuss John Belushi's final film, the comedy 'Neighbors' also starring Dan Aykroyd and Cathy Moriarty. Directed by John G. Avildsen. Based on the book by...

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April 15, 2022

Body Heat (1981)

"It's a hot summer. Ned Racine is waiting for something special to happen. And when it does... He won't be ready for the consequences." In this week's episode, we discuss the Neo-noir classic 'Body Heat' starring William Hurt...

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March 11, 2022

Clash of the Titans (1981)

"You will feel the power. Live the adventure. Experience the fantastic." In this week's episode, we discuss the epic adventure movie 'Clash of the Titans' starring Harry Hamlin, Judi Bowker and Sir Laurence Olivier. This movi...

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March 4, 2022

Stripes (1981)

"The story of a man who wanted to keep the world safe for democracy...and meet girls." In this week's episode, we pay tribute to the late Ivan Reitman, by discussing his comedy classic 'Stripes' which he directed. The movie s...

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Dec. 29, 2021

Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)

"The Return of the Great Adventure." For our last movie of season 1, we will be discussing one of the biggest blockbusters of the 80's, "Raiders of the Lost Ark". Starring Harrison Ford, Karen Allen and Paul Freeman, this mo...

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Oct. 29, 2021

An American Werewolf in London (1981)

"Beware the Moon." For our final episode of our "Splatter Cinema Month" series, we will be discussing the horror/comedy classic, 'An American Werewolf in London' starring David Naughton, Jenny Agutter and Griffin Dunne. The m...

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Aug. 20, 2021

For Your Eyes Only (1981)

"No one comes close to JAMES BOND 007" In this week's episode we discuss the 1981 James Bond adventure 'For Your Eyes Only' starring Roger Moore, Carole Bouquet, Topol and Julian Glover. This movie was directed by John Glen....

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June 25, 2021

Dragonslayer (1981)

"In the Dark Ages, Magic was a weapon. Love was a mystery. Adventure was everywhere... And Dragons were real. " In this episode we discuss the 1981 fantasy adventure 'Dragonslayer' starring Peter MacNicol and Caitlin Clarke. ...

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