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They really did it best in the 1980s, didn’t they?
The music, the fashion, and yes, the movies.
While ’80s sci-fi and ’80s horror are distinctly beloved, ’80s comedies are a breed unto themselves.
But which ’80s comedies are actually worth remembering?
Towards the end of the New Hollywood movement, the 1980s saw studios regain control from visionary directors.
And these are the 35 greatest comedies of the 1980s.
Once Bitten (1985)
He’s not wearing a costume!
But Dragnet is an arresting gem of the 1980s that deserves better street cred.
Ghostbusters may be the bigger phenomenon, but Stripes deserves a salute.
There’s a reason it launched multiple sequels and a cult 2011 series reboot on MTV.
Hysterical as it is inspiring, Major League bats it out of the park.
Weird Science (1985)
Talk about beautyandbrains.
But in its story about the strength of sisterhood over toxic masculinity, it has something in common.
Cozy autumn vibes plus an uplifting tale of female solidarity make The Witches of Eastwick an easy favorite.
Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure (1989)
Party on, dudes!
But now, the movie is a cult classic even if it necessitates a trigger warning.
The Goonies (1985)
Goonies Never Say Die!
The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!
Slapstick comedy and deadpan line deliveries make The Naked Gun truly one of the funniest comedies of the 1980s.
It’s so good, you’ll forget that O.J.
Simpson plays a huge supporting role.
Beverly Hills Cop (1984)
You’ll never look at bananas the same way again.
The Blues Brothers (1980)
They’re on a mission from God.
Wheels on Meals (1984)
There are action comedies, and there is Wheels on Meals.
Old fashioned romances never go out of style, and The Princess Bride enchants as it entertains.
Caddyshack (1980)
Caddyshack had critics screaming “Bore!”
instead of “Fore!
“, at least at first.
(1982)
The movie that arguably birthed the buddy comedy genre, Walter Hill’s 48 Hrs.
While on the surface 48 Hrs.
a laugh riot that really explodes.
In its footsteps came Lethal Weapon, Bad Boys, Rush Hour, and so many more.
Coming to America (1988)
Before Wakanda, there was Zamunda.
the Queens borough of New York City.
Spaceballs (1987)
It goes from zero to Ludicrous Speed in no time flat.
Spaceballs packs as many laughs as any movie can fit, all in the name ofmoich-andising.
Broadcast News (1987)
A romantic love triangle.
The collapse of intellectualism.
The rise of 24-hour cable news.
It’s all here in Broadcast News, written and directed by James L. Brooks.
With a sharp script and a handsome cast, Broadcast News delights without ever dumbing down.
This fast-paced whodunnit with multiple endings never fails to put a smile on anyone’s face even you!
Who killed Mr. Boddy with the candlestick in the library!
Ghostbusters (1984)
Busting feels good, doesn’t it?
Who you gonna call?
While initially in disagreement over their personal philosophies in particular: Can men and womenjustbe friends?
they soon find themselves on common ground after life takes them down many winding paths.
Aren’t we all having what they’re having?
This Is Spinal Tap (1984)
This one goes to 11, baby.
A satire of disaster movies most notably the Airport franchise from the 1970s Airplane!
goes down (not literally!)
as one of the finest comedies of the 1980s, and of all time.
Surely, we are serious.
