The 1980s gave us some of the most iconic films ever made, and in this episode of Opinyarns, we dive into IMDb’s highest-rated movies from the decade that helped define modern cinema.

We break down the standouts, the untouchable classics, and the films that still hold up today, but we also call out a few entries we don’t fully agree deserve their spot on the list. Not every ranking goes unchallenged. We also flag some of the titles we haven’t seen yet and decide whether they deserve a place on our watchlists.

Expect nostalgia, debate, hot takes, and a few controversial opinions as we unpack one of film’s most influential decades.

Rewind the VHS, dim the lights, and press play, we’re heading back to the ’80s.