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EPISODE · Jun 19, 2026 · 1H 5M

Summer of '86: The Underappreciated Movies Turning 40 This Year

from Stuck in the '80s Podcast · host Steve Spears

Episode 787: When people talk about the summer movies of 1986, the conversation usually starts with Top Gun and ends somewhere around Aliens, The Karate Kid Part II, and Ferris Bueller's Day Off. It was one of the strongest movie summers of the decade, packed with blockbusters that still dominate pop-culture conversations 40 years later. But every great movie season leaves a few worthy titles behind. This week on Stuck in the '80s, we revisit four films from the summer of 1986 that may not get the attention they deserve today: SpaceCamp, Legal Eagles, Nothing in Common, and Ruthless People. Each offered something unique, even if they were overshadowed by bigger releases. Support Our Sponsors Ready for the ultimate nostalgia vacation? Join us aboard The 80s Cruise, the world's greatest floating celebration of 1980s music and pop culture. Sail with legendary artists, enjoy exclusive events, and hang out with fellow fans who still know every word to their favorite '80s songs. Use promo code STUCK when booking and receive $250 in onboard credit per cabin. For more information, visit The 80s Cruise and tell them your friends from Stuck in the '80s sent you.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 787: The summer of 1986 is often remembered for blockbuster giants like Top Gun, The Karate Kid Part II, and Aliens. But what about the movies that didn't dominate the box office or become instant classics? This week on Stuck in the '80s, Steve Spears and Brad Williams take a nostalgic look back at four underappreciated summer films celebrating their 40th anniversary: SpaceCamp, Legal Eagles, Nothing in Common, and Ruthless People.

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