A list of science fiction films released in the 1980s. These films include core elements of science fiction, but can cross into other genres. They have been released to a cinema audience by the commercial film industry and are widely distributed with reviews by reputable critics.
^Received Razzie Awards for Worst Picture, Worst Actor and Worst Director.
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