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This 13-minute video, released December 2, 1983, has been described as the most famous music video of all time.
Thriller
100
Highest-grossing movie of 1983, this film was.
Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi
100
It's no happy accident that this show, which first aired in 1983, ran for 31 seasons and is still beloved by aspiring artists everywhere.
The Joy of Painting with Bob Ross
100
This accessory was made popular in shows like Dallas and Dynasty.
Shoulder pads
100
Added to the menu in 1983, this shareable item became an instant classic for McDonald's.
Chicken McNuggets
200
Lasting only 2 1/2 seconds, the out-of-this-world dance move was first performed by the King of Pop on May 16, 1983.
The Moonwalk
200
Despite being met with mediocre reviews upon its release in November 1983, this classic film now airs in 24-hour marathons each holiday season.
A Christmas Story
200
I pity the fool who didn't watch this 80s classic.
The A-Team
200
Every totally rad dude knew there was nothing Risky about wearing this brand of shades.
Ray-Bans
200
This Stranger Things character vanished from Hawkins, Indiana on November 6, 1983.
Will Byers
300
Finish the lyric:
Once upon a time I was falling in love
Now I'm only falling apart
There's nothing I can do...
A total eclipse of the heart
300
"Say hello to my little friend!"
Who said this famous line?
Tony Montana (Scarface)
300
No one rocked a Hawaiian shirt and a killer 'stache better than this guy.
Magnum P.I. (Tom Selleck)
300
Often in bright neon colors, this fashion trend was sported by stars like Jane Fonda, Olivia Newton-John, and Cher.
Exercise gear (spandex, lycra, leg-warmers, etc.)
300
This Microsoft computer accessory was released in 1983 and came bundled with Microsoft Word, Notepad and an on-screen tutorial (and sold for $195!)
The Microsoft Mouse
400
The title track for the hit movie Flashdance earned this pop singer an Academy Award for Best Original Song.
Irene Cara
400
Helping to kickstart the "Brat Pack" genre of the 1980s, this star-studded movie was based on the 1967 novel by S.E. Hinton.
The Outsiders
400
Watched by 125 million viewers and still ranked as one of the greatest finales of TV history, this show came to an end on February 28, 1983 with the episode "Goodbye, Farewell and Amen"
M*A*S*H
400
The brand of jacket seen here:
Members Only
400
On June 18, 1983, she became the first American woman in space.
Sally Ride
500
This was the #1 song on Billboard's Hot 100 songs of 1983.
Every Breath You Take, The Police
500
This film won 5 major Academy Awards in 1983, including Best Picture and Best Director for James L. Brooks.
Terms of Endearment
500
"By the Power of Grayskull!" This animated show premiered on September 5, 1983 and starred the hero alter-ego of Prince Adam.
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe
500
The sweatiest footwear fad of any decade.
Jellies
500
In 1983, this former actor was serving his first of two terms as President of the United States.
Ronald Reagan