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 the 2nd millennium, …

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

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 …

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.

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

Feb 15, 2025 · Step back into 1985, a year brimming with vibrant culture, iconic events, and significant changes that shaped the modern world. From gripping political shifts to the electrifying presence of …

Jul 21, 2026 · Kids on bikes, Halloween costumes, Christmas morning Ataris, and breakdancing crews. These 31 photos capture exactly what it felt like to be alive in 1985.