Movies and TvShows featuring "year-1984" theme.
In a dystopian future, John Connor sends a soldier back in time to protect his mother from a killer robot. However, he discovers that the timeline has been altered and joins forces with a reprogrammed Terminator to save the world.
Richard Montañez, a Frito Lay janitor, disrupts the food industry by channeling his Mexican heritage to turn Flamin' Hot Cheetos into an iconic global pop culture phenomenon.
In 1984, 13-year-old Donny Berger begins a relationship with his teacher, Mary McGarricle, resulting in pregnancy and her imprisonment. In 2012, Donny, now a broke alcoholic slacker, discovers he owes back-taxes and must organize a reunion with Todd and Mary for a TV show. Donny arrives at Todd's wedding and tries to convince him to participate, causing conflict and revealing the truth about his past. Despite the chaos, Todd ultimately confronts the truth, breaks up with his fiancé, and accepts Donny as his father.
Tetris (2023) is a movie that tells the story of how one of the world's most popular video games, Tetris, found its way to players around the globe. Businessman Henk Rogers and Tetris inventor Alexey Pazhitnov join forces in the USSR, risking it all to bring it to the masses. The movie explores their journey, from Henk Rogers marketing his own video game at a show in Las Vegas, to obtaining the Tetris rights in Japan, to striking a partnership with Nintendo. It showcases the challenges they face, including betrayal, corruption, and threats to their families. Despite the obstacles, they persevere and ultimately succeed in making Tetris an enormous success worldwide.
In 1984, Diana Prince, also known as Wonder Woman, works as a senior anthropologist at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. She meets Barbara, who idolizes her. They both unknowingly use an ancient artifact to fulfill their desires. A businessman named Maxwell Lord covets the artifact's power and becomes a powerful figure, triggering chaos and conflict. Diana and Barbara must find a way to reverse the effects and prevent a nuclear war. With the help of Steve Trevor, Diana renounces her wish and saves the world.
Follows the history of sports marketing executive Sonny Vaccaro, and how he led Nike in its pursuit of the greatest athlete in the history of basketball, Michael Jordan. In 1984, Oregon-based Nike, Inc. is on the verge of shutting their basketball shoe division due to low sales. Sonny Vaccaro, a high school basketball talent scout, is tasked with finding a new spokesperson for Nike basketball shoes. Despite facing challenges and competition from other brands, Sonny is determined to sign Michael Jordan, who would go on to become a generational talent and the face of the Air Jordan brand. With strategic planning and convincing, Sonny succeeds in securing Jordan's endorsement, leading to the immense success and popularity of the Air Jordan line.
An alarming surge in violent bombings and bank robberies in the Pacific Northwest leads a weathered FBI agent into a deadly cat-and-mouse game with a charismatic domestic terrorist plotting to overthrow the US government.
Loving Pablo (2017) is a captivating movie that delves into the world of the infamous drug lord, Pablo Escobar. Set in Medellin, Colombia during the 1980s and 1990s, the film follows the tumultuous life of Escobar and his relationship with a journalist, Virginia Vallejo. As the head of the Medellin Cartel, Escobar rose to become one of the most powerful and feared men in the Colombian drug trade. The movie explores his rise to power, his illicit activities, and the devastating consequences that followed.
Oakland A's general manager Billy Beane employs computer-generated analysis to acquire new players and assemble a competitive baseball team on a lean budget.
When a heavy storm hits, a family living in an apartment building must face the danger posed by both human and non-human beings.
During the 1984-1985 UK miners' strike, 11-year-old Billy Elliot discovers his passion for dance while his family struggles. Despite his father and brother being coal miners on strike, Billy secretly joins a ballet class. His dance teacher believes he has the talent to study at the Royal Ballet School. Jackie, Billy's father, initially opposes his dream fearing judgment, but later supports him. With the help of the community, Billy auditions for the school and overcomes obstacles. Fourteen years later, Billy performs the lead in Swan Lake, achieving his dream.
In Friday the 13th Part 2, a group of teenagers return to a summer camp in New Jersey, unaware that they are being hunted by a sadistic murderer. As the body count rises, they must figure out the identity of the killer and try to survive the night.
Code of a Killer is a gripping TV mini-series set in the 1980s, portraying a true crime story. It revolves around the groundbreaking use of DNA testing in a murder investigation, which leads to an intense manhunt for a notorious killer. The show combines elements of biography, crime, drama, history, and mystery.
Join Steve Jobs as he unveils iconic products and revolutionizes the world of technology. Experience the drama, conflicts, and successes that shaped his legacy.
The Carrie Diaries is a coming-of-age story about a high school junior in 1980s New York City. After her mother's death, Carrie Bradshaw struggles with her single father, sister, and the challenges of being a teenager. She explores her passion for writing and fashion and forms impactful relationships with her friends, including a gay classmate and an intern at a law firm.
Cover Up (1984) follows the story of Danielle Reynolds, a former soldier of fortune who works as a fashion photographer. After her husband is murdered, she becomes a government agent and goes undercover to seek justice and uncover the truth behind his death. Along the way, she encounters dangerous criminals, espionage missions, and a male-female relationship that adds complexity to her quest for revenge.
Behind the Candelabra is a biographical drama film that tells the story of the secret life of Liberace, a flamboyant pianist. Set in the 1970s and 1980s, the movie explores the relationship between Liberace and his young lover Scott Thorson, and delves into themes of fame, love, and identity.
In a future of mass surveillance and political repression, Winston Smith begins a forbidden love affair amidst the constant surveillance and manipulation of the Party.
While protecting an Amish boy - who is the sole witness to a brutal murder - and his mother, a detective is forced to seek refuge within their community when his own life is threatened. Detective John Book investigates the murder and uncovers corruption within the police force. He must protect the witnesses from the corrupt police officers and finds himself falling in love with the boy's mother, Rachel. As Book recovers in the Amish community, he forms a bond with the people and faces danger when the corrupt officers come after them.
Follow the Gladney family as they navigate the conflicts of everyday life while grappling with universal mysteries. A cataclysmic train accident disrupts their lives, leading to a chemical waste cloud and a major evacuation. As they face the effects of the exposure, their fears of death and anxieties come to the surface. When Babette joins a shadowy clinical trial, Jack seeks revenge on a mysterious man in his hallucinations. In the end, the family finds reconciliation and joy in unexpected places.