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5 iconic '80s movies streaming on Netflix — including one of the decade’s biggest supernatural classics

Take a nostalgic trip back to the ‘80s with five iconic movies you can stream on Netflix right now, from beloved comedies to unforgettable classics.

5 iconic '80s movies streaming on Netflix — including one of the decade’s biggest supernatural classics

In the 1980s, a decade filled with iconic movies, Netflix offers a selection of timeless classics for streaming. One such movie is "Ghostbusters" (1984), which introduced audiences to supernatural horror and introduced the team of parapsychologists Peter Venkman, Ray Stantz, and Egon Spengler as they battled paranormal entities.

Another beloved classic is "The Karate Kid" (1984), a martial arts coming-of-age story about teenager Daniel LaRusso learning karate under the tutelage of Mr. Miyagi to defend himself against bullies. "The Breakfast Club" (1985) is a high school drama that reflects on teenage angst, featuring a diverse group of students from different social backgrounds who bond during a Saturday detention.

"Parenthood" (1989) is a multi-generational family comedy that explores the challenges of balancing work, marriage, and family life. Lastly, "Field of Dreams" (1989) is a sports fantasy drama that earned three Academy Award nominations and features a man who builds a baseball field in his cornfield, believing that his deceased father's spirit will play there.

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