Movie Archive > Based on TV > 1981
Based on TV Movies Released in 1981
This list shows all Based on TV films released in 1981, including films that went direct-to-video, or only got an international theatrical release. For each film, we use the first date on which it was made available to the public, which might include international theatrical or domestic video releases that were a few days, or sometimes more, earlier than the domestic (US/Canada) theatrical release.
The revenue listed is the worldwide box office combined with the domestic home market revenue to date.
Domestic Analysis for Based on TV Movies for 1981
| Release Date | Movie | Genre | Release Type | Revenue to Date | Trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22 | The Legend of the Lone Ranger | Western | Theatrical | $13,522,974 | |
| June 26 | The Great Muppet Caper | Comedy | Theatrical | $31,206,251 | |
| December 2 | Whose Life is it Anyway? | Drama | Theatrical | $6,100,000 | |
| December 11 | Pennies from Heaven | Musical | Theatrical | $6,200,000 | |