Toys
This huggable doll, of which no two were alike, came with a birth certificate and were so sought after that consumers rioted across the country when supplies ran out before Christmas in 1983.
Cabbage Patch Kid
"Another One Bites the Dust" was recorded by this popular 1980s singer.
Queen
The top grossing movie of 1981 features Marty McFly
Back to the Future
With no Spotify or MP3 players, people in the 1980s would listen to the radio and then record music on this...
Cassette tape deck
Known for his strong, silent style of acting, this actor became a household name after starring in multiple Westerns.
John Wayne
This famous toy made its' debut in 1952. In its' original version it featured many plastic parts pushed into a vegetable.
Mr. Potato Head
In 1957 Elvis Presley recorded this song for a film with the same name. The warden won't be pleased!
Jailhouse Rock
This 1950s movie features the king of all monsters smashing Tokyo buildings.
Godzilla
A popular source of entertainment for young and old during the 1950's to do while sitting in your car.
Drive in theatres
This "Material Girl" pop music singer and actress went solo in 1981.
Madonna
These 1983 pizza-loving martial art experts were named after Italian Renaissance artists
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
"It's close to midnight
Something evil's lurking in the dark
Under the moonlight
You see a sight that almost stops your heart
You try to scream"
Michael Jackson's Thriller
Harrison Ford stars in this 1981 Blockbuster hit as a professor with a whip and a fear of snakes
Indiana Jones- Raiders of the Lost Arc
Nintendo came out with this popular 1980s video game featuring an Italian plumber named Mario and his brother Luigi.
Super Mario Bros
Marilyn Monroe
The 1950s marked the debut of this world-renowned mannequin doll
Barbie
In 1958 the Everly brothers released this song about a couple who fall asleep at a drive in and are late for curfew.
Wake up Little Susie
This children's movie "hooked" audiences in 1953 with its' flying characters and "Neverland" of fun.
Peter Pan
Elvis Presley and James Dean were among those who made this hair trend popular during the 1950s.
Side burns
This 1980 wrestler always wore trademark red and gold, a large moustache and long blonde hair.
Hulk Hogan
This 1980s 3D puzzle featuring different coloured squares is one of the best selling toys EVER.
Rubik Cube
"Put Your Head on My Shoulder" was sung by this successful teen singer who wrote all his own songs.
Paul Anka
"Wax on, wax off"
The Karate Kid
The number one show from 1985-1990 centres on the lives of the Huxtables.
The Cosby Show
The biggest and most successful comedic actor of the 1980s. He could be seen on "Saturday Night Live", "Beverly Hills Cop" and "Trading Places"
Eddie Murphy