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 10 1988 – A Pup Named Scooby Doo Premiered on ABC
On this day September 10 1988, A Pup Named Scooby Doo premiered on ABC, giving fans a fresh and playful take on the classic mystery solving gang. The animated series reimagined Scooby, Shaggy, Velma, Daphne, and Fred as children, adding a lighthearted twist to the
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On This Day September 10 1988 – ALF Tales Premiered on NBC
On this day September 10 1988, ALF Tales premiered on NBC, spinning off from the popularity of the hit sitcom ALF and its animated counterpart. This Saturday morning cartoon reimagined ALF and his friends from the planet Melmac as characters in classic fairy tales and
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On This Day September 10 1988 – The New Adventures of Beany and Cecil Premiered on ABC
On this day September 10 1988, The New Adventures of Beany and Cecil premiered on ABC, reviving Bob Clampett’s classic 1960s cartoon for a new generation. The series followed Beany, a young boy, and Cecil, his lovable sea serpent companion, as they embarked on zany
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On This Day September 10 1988 – Baby Boom Premiered on NBC
On this day September 10 1988, Baby Boom premiered on NBC, bringing a television adaptation of the popular 1987 film to the small screen. The series continued the story of J.C. Wiatt, a high powered businesswoman whose life is transformed when she suddenly finds herself
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On This Day September 10 1988 – Kids Court Premiered in Syndication
On this day September 10 1988, Kids Court premiered in syndication, offering young audiences a playful spin on the courtroom format. Designed as an interactive game show, the series let kids act as the jury, deciding the outcome of fun and relatable disputes. Hosted by
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On This Day September 10 1988 – The Completely Mental Misadventures of Ed Grimley Premiered on NBC
On this day September 10 1988, The Completely Mental Misadventures of Ed Grimley premiered on NBC. Based on Martin Short’s eccentric character from SCTV and Saturday Night Live, the animated series brought the hyperactive, triangle loving Ed Grimley to Saturday morning television. The show followed
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On This Day September 10 1988 – Sweet Child o Mine by Guns N Roses Became the Number 1 Song in America
On this day September 10 1988, Sweet Child o Mine by Guns N Roses hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100, marking the band’s first and only US chart topping single. Featured on their groundbreaking debut album Appetite for Destruction, the song played a
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On This Day September 9 1988 – Moon over Parador Premiered in Theaters
On this day September 9 1988, Moon over Parador premiered in theaters. The comedy told the story of an actor who is forced to impersonate a recently deceased dictator in the fictional South American country of Parador, leading to a mix of satire, romance, and
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On This Day September 9 1988 – Running on Empty Premiered in Theaters
On this day September 9 1988, Running on Empty premiered in theaters. The drama told the story of a family on the run after the parents, former radicals from the 1960s, are forced to keep moving to avoid arrest. Their lifestyle creates constant upheaval, especially
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On This Day September 8 1988 – Suffer by Bad Religion Third Album Released
In 1988, Bad Religion released their third studio album Suffer , a record that is often credited with helping spark the revival of American punk rock in the late 1980s. After briefly disbanding and experimenting with different directions, the band returned with a sharp, fast,
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On This Day September 7 1988 – And Justice for All by Metallica Fourth Album Released
On this day September 7 1988, Metallica released their fourth studio album And Justice for All . Following the tragic death of bassist Cliff Burton in 1986, the album introduced Jason Newsted on bass and marked a powerful continuation of the band’s evolution. And Justice
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On This Day September 7 1988 – Need You Tonight by INXS Won Video of the Year at the 5th Annual MTV Music Awards
On this day September 7 1988, INXS reached a new career milestone when their smash single Need You Tonight won Video of the Year at the 5th Annual MTV Video Music Awards. The recognition marked a defining moment for the band, showing how their sleek
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On This Day September 6 1988 – Blow My Fuse by Kix Fourth Album Released
On this day September 6 1988, Kix released their fourth studio album Blow My Fuse . The record marked the band’s commercial breakthrough, showcasing their energetic glam metal sound with a mix of hard hitting rockers and power ballads. The album featured the hit single
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On This Day September 5, 1988 – Relatively Speaking Premiered in Syndication
On this day September 5, 1988, the game show Relatively Speaking premiered in syndication. Hosted by comedian John Byner, the show introduced a unique twist on the traditional celebrity panel format by involving contestants who were related to a famous person. The goal was for
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On This Day September 5, 1988 – Fun House Premiered in Syndication
On this day September 5, 1988, the game show Fun House premiered in syndication, introducing audiences to a high energy mix of quiz and obstacle course fun. The vibrant set featured colorful ball pits slides and climbing towers with contestants racing for points prizes and
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On This Day September 4 1988 – Kevin Bacon Married Actress Kyra Sedgwick
On this day September 4 1988, Kevin Bacon married actress Kyra Sedgwick in what would become one of Hollywood's most enduring and admired relationships. The couple met on the set of the PBS drama Lemon Sky and quickly developed a deep connection. Their marriage has
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On This Day September 3 1988 – Bad Medicine by Bon Jovi Released
On this day September 3 1988, Bon Jovi released their hard rocking single Bad Medicine from the album New Jersey . Serving as the lead single, the track was a bold declaration that the band had no intention of slowing down after the massive success
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On This Day September 2 1988 – The Deceivers Released in Theaters
On this day September 2 1988, The Deceivers premiered in theaters. Set in colonial India during the early 19th century, the film followed a British officer who went undercover to expose the deadly Thuggee cult. What begins as a mission rooted in loyalty quickly turns
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On This Day September 2 1988 – Eight Men Out Premiered in Theaters
On this day September 2 1988, Eight Men Out premiered in theaters. This historical sports drama told the story of the infamous 1919 Black Sox Scandal, where eight Chicago White Sox players were accused of intentionally throwing the World Series in exchange for money from
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On This Day September 29, 1987 – Thirtysomething Premiered on ABC
On this day September 29, 1987 Thirtysomething premiered on ABC. The critically acclaimed drama series followed a close knit group of baby boomers navigating adulthood, careers, marriage, and parenthood in their thirties, offering an honest and relatable look at life’s everyday challenges. Starring Ken Olin,
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On This Day September 29, 1987 – The Uplift Mofo Party Plan by Red Hot Chili Peppers Was Released
On this day September 29, 1987 The Uplift Mofo Party Plan by Red Hot Chili Peppers was released. The band’s third studio album marked a major step forward in their evolution, refining their explosive fusion of funk, punk, and rock into a more cohesive and
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On This Day September 29, 1987 – Triumph and Agony by Warlock Was Released
On this day September 29, 1987 Triumph and Agony by Warlock was released. The band’s fourth and final studio album marked the peak of their success, delivering a powerful blend of melodic heavy metal and anthemic songwriting that cemented their legacy in 80s metal history.
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On This Day September 28, 1987 – Strangeways, Here We Come by The Smiths Was Released
On this day September 28, 1987 Strangeways, Here We Come by The Smiths was released. The band’s fourth and final studio album marked the end of one of the most influential acts of the 1980s, capturing their signature blend of poetic lyricism, jangly guitar work,
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On This Day September 28, 1987 – Lingo Premiered in Syndication
On this day September 28, 1987 Lingo premiered in syndication, adding a fresh twist to the game show landscape of the late 1980s. Combining elements of word puzzles and bingo, the show challenged contestants to guess five-letter words while filling spaces on a game board,
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