With a vast array of films on Netflix, it can be overwhelming to decide what to watch. However, Netflix has made it easier by curating a collection of films released in 1984, celebrating their 40th anniversary. From box office hits to cult classics, here are 10 must-watch movies from 1984 available on Netflix:
Footloose(Premiered on February 17, 1984)
Follow the story of Ren McCormack, a Chicago teen who moves to Bomont and challenges the town’s ban on dancing and rock music.
Repo Man(Premiered on March 2, 1984)
Join Otto Maddox, a young punk rocker living in LA, as he gets a job at a car repossession agency and encounters something extraterrestrial during a mission.
Sixteen Candles (Premiered on May 4, 1984)
Directed by John Hughes, this film follows Sam Baker as she experiences a disastrous sixteenth birthday.
Firestarter (Premiered on May 11, 1984)
Watch Drew Barrymore play a girl with pyrokinetic abilities on the run from a secret government agency in this thrilling movie.
Top Secret! (Premiered on June 22, 1984)
Enjoy this Cold War spy parody film where Val Kilmer channels Elvis Presley while getting entangled in a plot to reunite East and West Germany.
Conan the Destroyer (Premiered on June 29, 1984)
Arnold Schwarzenegger reprises his role as Conan the Barbarian, embarking on a quest to escort Princess Jehnna to an island fortress.
Amadeus(Premiered on September 19, 1984)
Witness the fictional rivalry between Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri, which won eight Oscars in 1985.
A Nightmare on Elm Street (Premiered on November 16, 1984)
Experience the horror as a group of teens battles Freddy Krueger, an undead serial killer who hunts them in their dreams.
Falling in Love (Premiered on November 21, 1984)
Join Robert De Niro and Meryl Streep in this romantic drama about two married strangers who find a connection through unexpected encounters.
Beverly Hills Cop (Premiered on December 5, 1984)
Eddie Murphy stars in this cop comedy as a reckless Detroit detective who investigates his friend’s murder in Beverly Hills, California.
These timeless classics offer a diverse range of genres and themes, guaranteeing entertainment for every viewer. So, grab your popcorn and immerse yourself in the nostalgia of 1984 with these must-watch movies on Netflix!
