How much do I love A Christmas Story? Enough to have seriously considered buying a replica of the Leg Lamp.

Submitted and Written by Jose S

In 1986, while fans were still reeling from the soul-crushing deaths of fan-favorites like Optimus Prime and Ironhide (as well as the miracle-working mech medics who probably could have saved them, Ratchet and Wheeljack), Transformers: The Movie added one more dead body to the pile by giving Starscream the most flashy and undeservedly cool-looking death in non-anime cartoon history.

I recall that Starscream continues to be present in a ghost-like form, kind of like that book, The Lovely Bones. (Wow, I never expected to discuss Transformers and The Lovely Bones in the same sentence.)

Submitted by Mario M

This ‘86 adaptation of the off-Broadway show was a musical that appealed to even people who don’t usually enjoy musicals (read: me). But that’s to be expected when the director is Frank Oz — the original voice of your favorite Muppets and your favorite Jedi Masters from the swamp planet of Dagobah.

In honor of Patrick Swayze (I know, I’m a little late). Also, this clip cuts out a little early. I had a hard time finding a YouTube video that didn’t have embedding disabled (what’s up with that?).

BONUS: the pottery scene from Ghost.

Submitted by Dan M

Classic scene from Goonies. ‘Nuff said.

…And if that’s not ’nuff, I suggest checking out Empire’s 20th anniversary reunion video for the Goonies cast.