The following is an overview of events in 1986 in film, including the highest-grossing films, award ceremonies and festivals, a list of films released and notable births and deaths. == Highest-grossing films (U.S.) == The top ten 1986 released films by box office gross in North America are as follows: == Events == January 7 - Lawrence Gordon resigns as president and chief operating officer of the Fox Entertainment Group, citing poor health February 3 - Pixar Animation Studios is founded by …