1985 (MCMLXXXV) was a common year starting on Tuesday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1985th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 985th year of …

What happened and who was famous in 1985? Browse important and historic events, world leaders, famous birthdays and notable deaths from the year 1985.

What happened in the year 1985 in history? Famous historical events that shook and changed the world. Discover events in 1985.

1985 Discover what happened in this year with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths.

Major Events of 1985: Key Historical Moments You Need to Know Every year brings its own set of pivotal moments that leave a lasting mark on history. From political shifts and technological …

May 8, 2025 · 1985, 40 years ago, wasn’t just the year of shoulder pads and synth pop—it was a launching point for tech, entertainment, and cultural icons we still feel today. Let’s take a walk …

WrestleMania I debuted at Madison Square Garden. Hulk Hogan and Mr. T defeated Paul Orndorff and ‘Rowdy’ Roddy Piper in the main event. Sweden and Finland share a small island …

In 1985, the mayors of Carthage and Rome formally met to end the 3rd Punic War after 2,131 years. Space Shuttle Challenger on the mission STS-61-A in 1985 carried eight people into …

July 3 – Back to the Future opens in American theaters and ends up being the highest-grossing film of 1985 in the United States, and the first film in the successful franchise.

Top 10 Movies of 1985: As Ranked by IMDB. 1. The Goonies. In order to save their home from foreclosure, a group of misfits set out to find a pirate's ancient valuable treasure. Director: …