The 1980s produced many of Hollywood’s most recognizable blockbuster films, and several of them remain closely associated with the decade’s box-office success. E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial became the period’s highest-grossing movie, while Star Wars continued its strong theatrical run.
The decade also featured major hits such as Back to the Future, which reportedly came close to having a different actor play Marty McFly, and Top Gun, the film that helped establish Tom Cruise as a global star. Indiana Jones returned for another adventure, and Tim Burton’s Batman brought the character back to cinemas in a major way.
This quiz challenges readers to remember the movies behind those impressive box-office performances. Its questions cover memorable characters, plot details and general trivia from some of the 1980s’ biggest theatrical releases.
Readers looking for more film-related challenges can also try quizzes focused on classic movies, Tom Cruise’s filmography and iconic 1980s productions featuring stars including Cruise and Harrison Ford.
Sources: Tom's Guide.