I was born in 1984, what was the time back then? The history of this period is rich with culture and events. Here is a timeline from 1984. Exploring the year 1984 reveals a world in the midst of the The Eighties, seeing rapid changes across science, technology, movies, and music. If you are looking to see the years after you were born, this archive contains the definitive pop culture and historical timeline of 1984.
1984 won't be like "1984".
Apple introduced the Macintosh, Ghostbusters crossed the streams, and Tetris was born behind the Iron Curtain.
The Cost of Living in 1984
$1.13
$0.54
$2.19
4.79 billion
Steve Jobs introduced the first mass-market personal computer with a graphical user interface and mouse.
The supernatural comedy starring Bill Murray and Dan Aykroyd became a cultural phenomenon and box office smash.
Soviet software engineer Alexey Pajitnov programmed the iconic puzzle game that would eventually conquer the world.
The wider picture
A few more things worth remembering.
The album and accompanying film dominated the year, cementing Prince as one of the era's defining artists.
James Cameron's sci-fi action film launched Arnold Schwarzenegger to superstardom and created a massive franchise.
A gas leak at a Union Carbide plant in India killed thousands in the world's worst industrial disaster.
The album and its controversial MTV Video Music Awards performance catapulted Madonna to global icon status.
Carl Lewis won four gold medals at the Games, which were boycotted by the Soviet Union and its allies.
Hasbro introduced the "Robots in Disguise," launching a massive multimedia empire of toys, cartoons, and films.
You arrivedThe longer view
Follow the world as it changed around you, from 1984 to today.