ChannelHopper.org > Films set in 1980
Films set in 1980
Nighthawks
When one of Europe's most lethal terrorists shows up in New York, an elite undercover cop is assigned to take him down by any means necessary.
Find out more, including where to buy or rent Nighthawks
Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues
With the 70s behind him, San Diego's top rated newsman, Ron Burgundy, returns to take New York's first 24-hour news channel by storm.
Find out more, including where to buy or rent Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues
Silverton Siege
After a failed sabotage mission, a trio of anti-apartheid freedom fighters ends up in a tense bank hostage situation. Based on a true story.
Find out more, including where to buy or rent Silverton Siege
Finding Steve McQueen
In 1972, a gang of close-knit thieves from Youngstown, Ohio attempt to steal $30 million in illegal contributions. Based on the true story of the biggest bank heist in US history.
Find out more, including where to buy or rent Finding Steve McQueen
Computer Chess
At the American Computer Chess Convention, enthusiasts gather to pit their programs against other computer chess programs and human players in a tournament for a grand prize of $7500.
Find out more, including where to buy or rent Computer Chess
Fever Pitch
Lindsay is stuck in the middle of her relationship with Ben and his passion for the Boston Red Sox.
Find out more, including where to buy or rent Fever Pitch
Mr. Popper's Penguins
Jim Carrey stars as Tom Popper, a successful businessman who’s clueless when it comes to the really important things in life...until he inherits six “adorable” penguins, each with its own unique perso...
Find out more, including where to buy or rent Mr. Popper's Penguins
Jobs
The story of Steve Jobs' ascension from college dropout into one of the most revered creative entrepreneurs of the 20th century.
Find out more, including where to buy or rent Jobs
The Prowler
A masked killer, wearing World War II U.S. Army fatigues, stalks a small New Jersey town bent on reliving a 35-year-old double murder by focusing on a group of college kids holding an annual Spring Da...
Find out more, including where to buy or rent The Prowler
Watching TV with the Red Chinese
In New York City in 1980, Dexter Mitchell plays half-willing big brother to his neighbors, a trio of exchange students from the People's Republic of China.
Find out more, including where to buy or rent Watching TV with the Red Chinese