On This Day During the 80s
Travel back through the 1980s and discover what happened on this day in music, movies, television, pop culture and more.
631 On This Day Articles
On This Day September 18 1983 – Breaking the Chains Album by Dokken Released
On this day September 18 1983, Dokken released their debut album Breaking the Chains . Originally issued in Europe in 1981 and later re recorded for its U.S. release, the album introduced the band’s blend of melodic hooks and heavy metal power. With tracks like
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On This Day September 18 1983 – Kiss Appeared on MTV Without Makeup
On this day September 18 1983, the members of Kiss shocked fans when they appeared on MTV without their signature makeup for the first time in public. The unmasking marked a major turning point for the band, as they sought to adapt to changing trends
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On This Day September 18 1983 – Hardcastle and McCormick Premiered on ABC
On this day September 18 1983, Hardcastle and McCormick premiered on ABC. The action drama starred Brian Keith as retired judge Milton C. Hardcastle and Daniel Hugh Kelly as ex race car driver Mark McCormick, who teamed up to bring criminals to justice. The series
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On This Day September 17 1983 – Alvin and the Chipmunks Premiered on NBC
On this day September 17 1983, the animated series Alvin and the Chipmunks premiered on NBC. Reviving the classic characters created by Ross Bagdasarian, the show brought Alvin, Simon, Theodore, and their guardian Dave Seville to a new generation of viewers. The series combined music,
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On This Day September 17 1983 – Mister T Premiered on NBC
On this day September 17 1983, the animated series Mister T premiered on NBC. The show starred an animated version of Mr. T as the coach of a gymnastics team who traveled the world solving mysteries and fighting crime with the help of his students.
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On This Day September 17 1983 – Benji Zax and the Alien Prince Premiered on CBS
On this day September 17 1983, the family adventure series Benji Zax and the Alien Prince premiered on CBS. The show followed the beloved dog Benji as he befriended Prince Yubi, an alien royal hiding on Earth, and his droid companion Zax. Together, they evaded
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On This Day September 17 1983 – The Charlie Brown and Snoopy Show Premiered on CBS
On this day September 17 1983, the animated series The Charlie Brown and Snoopy Show premiered on CBS. Based on Charles Schulz’s beloved Peanuts comic strip, the show brought Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, and the rest of the gang to life in weekly animated
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On This Day September 17 1983 – Dungeons and Dragons Premiered on CBS
On this day September 17 1983, the animated series Dungeons and Dragons premiered on CBS. Inspired by the popular role playing game, the show followed a group of kids who were transported into a mystical realm where they took on heroic roles to battle evil
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On This Day September 17 1983 – Saturday Supercade Premiered on CBS
On this day September 17 1983, the animated series Saturday Supercade premiered on CBS. The show brought popular arcade video game characters to life, featuring segments based on hits like Donkey Kong, Frogger, Q*bert, and Donkey Kong Jr. Each segment followed the adventures of these
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On This Day September 16 1983 – Warriors Album by Gary Numan Released
On this day September 16 1983, Gary Numan released his fifth solo album Warriors . The record marked a shift in Numan’s sound, blending his signature electronic style with stronger rock and jazz fusion influences. Produced with contributions from Bill Nelson of Be-Bop Deluxe, the
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On This Day September 16 1983 – Webster Premiered on ABC
On this day September 16 1983, the family sitcom Webster premiered on ABC. The show starred Emmanuel Lewis as Webster Long, a young boy who, after losing his parents, is adopted by former football star George Papadopolis and his wife Katherine. Webster quickly won audiences
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On This Day September 16 1983 – Strange Invaders Premiered
On this day September 16 1983, the sci fi film Strange Invaders premiered in theaters. Directed by Michael Laughlin, the movie paid homage to the classic alien invasion films of the 1950s with a nostalgic yet eerie twist. The story followed a man who travels
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On This Day September 16 1983 – Vigilante Premiered
On this day September 16 1983, the action thriller Vigilante premiered in theaters. Directed by William Lustig, the film told the story of an ordinary man pushed to extremes after his family is brutally attacked, leading him to take justice into his own hands. Vigilante
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On This Day September 16 1983 – Little Robbers Album by The Motels Released
On this day September 16 1983, The Motels released their fourth studio album Little Robbers . Building on the momentum of their previous success, the album delivered a sleek mix of new wave and pop rock, highlighted by Martha Davis’s distinctive vocals. The record featured
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On This Day September 15 1983 – Sports Album by Huey Lewis and the News Released
On this day September 15 1983, Huey Lewis and the News released their third studio album Sports . The record became a defining moment for the band, catapulting them into international stardom and making them one of the most recognizable names in 80s pop rock.
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On This Day September 13 1983 – After Hours Premiered
On this day September 13 1983, After Hours premiered, offering a darkly comedic look at one man’s misadventures during a long, chaotic night in New York City’s SoHo district. Directed by Martin Scorsese, the film followed Paul Hackett, played by Griffin Dunne, as his simple
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On This Day September 12 1983 – G.I. Joe A Real American Hero Premiered in Syndication
On this day September 12 1983, G.I. Joe A Real American Hero premiered in syndication, becoming one of the most iconic animated series of the 1980s. Produced by Sunbow Productions and Marvel Productions, the show brought Hasbro’s action figure line to life with high energy
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On This Day September 12 1983 – Inspector Gadget Premiered in Syndication
On this day September 12 1983, Inspector Gadget premiered in syndication, introducing audiences to the bumbling yet lovable cyborg detective with an endless array of gadgets built into his body. Produced by DIC Entertainment, the animated series quickly became one of the most recognizable cartoons
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On This Day September 12 1983 – Labour of Love by UB40 Fourth Album Released
On this day September 12 1983, UB40 released their fourth studio album Labour of Love . The record became one of the band’s most successful releases, earning international acclaim for its smooth reggae interpretations of classic songs. Labour of Love included the band’s chart topping
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On This Day September 12 1983 – Heads or Tales by Saga Fifth Album Released
On this day September 12 1983, Saga released their fifth studio album Heads or Tales . Known for their progressive rock roots, the Canadian band leaned into a more accessible, polished sound with this record, while still keeping their signature complexity and theatrical flair. The
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On This Day September 10 1983 – The Littles Premiered on ABC
On this day September 10 1983, The Littles premiered on ABC, introducing young viewers to the adventures of a family of tiny human like creatures living within the walls of houses. Based on the book series by John Peterson, the animated show brought the charming
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On This Day September 10 1983 – Rubik the Amazing Cube Premiered on ABC
On this day September 10 1983, Rubik the Amazing Cube premiered on ABC, bringing the world famous puzzle toy to life in animated form. Produced by Ruby Spears, the Saturday morning cartoon followed the adventures of Rubik, a magical cube who could come to life
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On This Day September 10 1983 – The New Scooby and Scrappy Doo Show Premiered on ABC
On this day September 10 1983, The New Scooby and Scrappy Doo Show premiered on ABC, continuing the adventures of Mystery Inc. with a new twist for Saturday morning audiences. The series brought Scooby, Shaggy, Daphne, and Scrappy together once again to solve mysteries filled
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On This Day September 10 1983 – Maniac by Michael Sembello Became the Number 1 Song in America On this day Septem
On this day September 10 1983, Maniac by Michael Sembello reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming one of the most iconic songs of the decade. Featured on the Flashdance soundtrack, the track captured the energy and determination of the film while also
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