August 17
on this day, year by year
Here is August 17 year by year, back to 1958: the song at #1 that week, the album everyone was playing, the movie leading the box office, and, in recent years, what everyone was watching and looking up.
2025
- #1 song
“Ordinary” by Alex Warrenright behind it: “Golden” (HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna & REI AMI) and “What I Want” (Morgan Wallen Featuring Tate McRae)- Top album
- Don't Tap the Glass by Tyler, the Creatoralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Weapons
- On Netflix
- Wednesday
2024
- #1 song
“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” by Shaboozeyright behind it: “I Had Some Help” (Post Malone Featuring Morgan Wallen) and “Not Like Us” (Kendrick Lamar)- Top album
- The Tortured Poets Department by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- Alien: Romulus
- On Netflix
- Emily in Paris
2023
- #1 song
“Last Night” by Morgan Wallenright behind it: “Fast Car” (Luke Combs) and “Cruel Summer” (Taylor Swift)- In theaters
- Blue Beetle
- On Netflix
- DEPP V HEARD
- New games
- Red Dead Redemption
2022
- #1 song
“Break My Soul” by Beyonceright behind it: “As It Was” (Harry Styles) and “About Damn Time” (Lizzo)- In theaters
- Bullet Train
- On Netflix
- Extraordinary Attorney Woo
- New games
- Kirby's Dream Buffet
2021
- #1 song
“Stay” by The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieberright behind it: “Good 4 U” (Olivia Rodrigo) and “Bad Habits” (Ed Sheeran)- Top album
- Happier Than Ever by Billie Eilishalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Free Guy
- On Netflix
- Outer Banks
- Most read on Wikipedia
Taliban, Afghan Islamist militant organizationTaliban member of the cultural commission Enamullah Samangani announces an amnesty across Afghanistan and urges women to join their government in the first mention of women's…- New games
- Humankind
2020
- #1 song
“WAP” by Cardi B Featuring Megan Thee Stallionright behind it: “Rockstar” (DaBaby Featuring Roddy Ricch) and “Blinding Lights” (The Weeknd)- In theaters
- Unhinged
2019
- #1 song
“Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X Featuring Billy Ray Cyrusright behind it: “Bad Guy” (Billie Eilish) and “Senorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello)- Top album
- Care Package by Drakealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Good Boys
- Most read on Wikipedia
Peter Fonda, American actor and filmmaker (1940–2019)died August 16
2018
- #1 song
“In My Feelings” by Drakeright behind it: “Girls Like You” (Maroon 5 Featuring Cardi B) and “I Like It” (Cardi B, Bad Bunny & J Balvin)- Top album
- Astroworld by Travis Scottalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Crazy Rich Asians
- Most read on Wikipedia
Aretha Franklin, American soul singer (1942–2018)died August 16- New games
- Among Us
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
“Despacito” by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieberright behind it: “Wild Thoughts” (DJ Khaled Featuring Rihanna & Bryson Tiller) and “Unforgettable” (French Montana Featuring Swae Lee)- Top album
- Everything Now by Arcade Firealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Hitman's Bodyguard
- New games
- Zero Time Dilemma
2016
- #1 song
“Cheap Thrills” by Sia Featuring Sean Paulright behind it: “One Dance” (Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla) and “This Is What You Came For” (Calvin Harris Featuring Rihanna)- In theaters
- Suicide Squad
2015
- #1 song
“Can't Feel My Face” by The Weekndright behind it: “Cheerleader” (OMI) and “Drag Me Down” (One Direction)- Top album
- Descendants (Original TV Movie Soundtrack)also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Straight Outta Compton
2014
- #1 song
“Rude” by MAGIC!right behind it: “Stay With Me” (Sam Smith) and “Fancy” (Iggy Azalea Featuring Charli XCX)- Top album
- Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Mix Vol. 1 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
2013
- #1 song
“Blurred Lines” by Robin Thicke Featuring T.I. + Pharrellright behind it: “We Can't Stop” (Miley Cyrus) and “Radioactive” (Imagine Dragons)- Top album
- Blurred Lines by Robin Thickealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Butler
2012
- #1 song
“Call Me Maybe” by Carly Rae Jepsenright behind it: “Lights” (Ellie Goulding) and “Whistle” (Flo Rida)- Top album
- God Forgives, I Don't by Rick Rossalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Expendables 2
- New games
- New Super Mario Bros. 2
2011
- #1 song
“Party Rock Anthem” by LMFAO Featuring Lauren Bennett & GoonRockright behind it: “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)” (Katy Perry) and “Super Bass” (Nicki Minaj)- In theaters
- Rise of the Planet of the Apes
2010
- #1 song
“Love The Way You Lie” by Eminem Featuring Rihannaright behind it: “Dynamite” (Taio Cruz) and “Mine” (Taylor Swift)- Top album
- The Suburbs by Arcade Firealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Expendables
- New games
- Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“I Gotta Feeling” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “You Belong With Me” (Taylor Swift) and “Best I Ever Had” (Drake)- In theaters
- District 9
- New games
- Osmos
2008
- #1 song
“Disturbia” by Rihannaright behind it: “Forever” (Chris Brown) and “I Kissed A Girl” (Katy Perry)- In theaters
- Tropic Thunder
2007
- #1 song
“Beautiful Girls” by Sean Kingstonright behind it: “Big Girls Don't Cry” (Fergie) and “Hey There Delilah” (Plain White T's)- Top album
- Finding Forever by Commonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Superbad
- New games
- Mountain of Faith
2006
- #1 song
“London Bridge” by Fergieright behind it: “Crazy” (Gnarls Barkley) and “Promiscuous” (Nelly Furtado Featuring Timbaland)- In theaters
- Snakes on a Plane
2005
- #1 song
“We Belong Together” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Don't Cha” (The Pussycat Dolls Featuring Busta Rhymes) and “Pon de Replay” (Rihanna)- In theaters
- Four Brothers
2004
- #1 song
“Lean Back” by Terror Squadright behind it: “Slow Motion” (Juvenile Featuring Soulja Slim) and “Sunshine” (Lil' Flip Featuring Lea)- Top album
Autobiography by Ashlee Simpsonalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Alien vs. Predator
- New games
- Knight Online · Ghosthunter
2003
- #1 song
“Crazy In Love” by Beyonce Featuring Jay Zright behind it: “Right Thurr” (Chingy) and “P.I.M.P.” (50 Cent)- In theaters
- Freddy vs. Jason
- New games
- Perfect Cherry Blossom
2002
- #1 song
“Dilemma” by Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowlandright behind it: “Hot In Herre” (Nelly) and “Complicated” (Avril Lavigne)- Top album
The Rising by Bruce Springsteenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- XXX
2001
- #1 song
“Fallin'” by Alicia Keysright behind it: “Let Me Blow Ya Mind” (Eve Featuring Gwen Stefani) and “Hit 'Em Up Style (Oops!)” (Blu Cantrell)- In theaters
- American Pie 2
2000
- #1 song
“Incomplete” by Sisqoright behind it: “Bent” (matchbox twenty) and “Jumpin', Jumpin'” (Destiny's Child)- In theaters
- The Cell
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
“Genie In A Bottle” by Christina Aguileraright behind it: “Bills, Bills, Bills” (Destiny's Child) and “Tell Me It's Real” (K-Ci & JoJo)- Top album
Millennium by Backstreet Boysalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- The Sixth Sense
- New games
- Um Jammer Lammy
1998
- #1 song
“The Boy Is Mine” by Brandy & Monicaright behind it: “My Way” (Usher) and “Adia” (Sarah McLachlan)- Top album
Da Game Is to Be Sold Not to Be Told by Snoop Doggalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Saving Private Ryan
1997
- #1 song
- “I'll Be Missing You” by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112right behind it: “Mo Money Mo Problems” (The Notorious B.I.G. Featuring Puff Daddy & Mase) and “Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)” (Backstreet Boys)
- Top album
No Way Out by Puff Daddy and the Familyalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Cop Land
1996
- #1 song
- “Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)” by Los Del Rioright behind it: “Twisted” (Keith Sweat) and “C'mon N' Ride It (The Train)” (Quad City DJ's)
- In theaters
- Tin Cup
1995
- #1 song
“Waterfalls” by TLCright behind it: “Kiss From A Rose” (Seal) and “Boombastic/In The Summertime” (Shaggy)- Top album
E. 1999 Eternal by Bone Thugs-n-Harmonyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Mortal Kombat
1994
- #1 song
“Stay (I Missed You) (From "Reality Bites")” by Lisa Loeb & Nine Storiesright behind it: “I'll Make Love To You” (Boyz II Men) and “Fantastic Voyage” (Coolio)- Top album
The Lion King by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Clear and Present Danger
1993
- #1 song
“Can't Help Falling In Love (From "Sliver")” by UB40right behind it: “Whoomp! (There It Is)” (Tag Team) and “I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)” (The Proclaimers)- In theaters
- The Fugitive
1992
- #1 song
“End Of The Road (From "Boomerang")” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “Baby-Baby-Baby” (TLC) and “This Used To Be My Playground” (Madonna)- Top album
Some Gave All by Billy Ray Cyrusalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Unforgiven
1991
- #1 song
“(Everything I Do) I Do It For You” by Bryan Adamsright behind it: “Every Heartbeat” (Amy Grant) and “It Ain't Over 'til It's Over” (Lenny Kravitz)- Top album
Unforgettable... with Love by Natalie Colealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Hot Shots!
1990
- #1 song
“Vision Of Love” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Come Back To Me” (Janet Jackson) and “If Wishes Came True” (Sweet Sensation)- Top album
Step by Step by New Kids on the Blockalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Exorcist III
- New games
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles · Skate or Die!
the 1980s
1989
- #1 song
“Right Here Waiting” by Richard Marxright behind it: “On Our Own (From "Ghostbusters II")” (Bobby Brown) and “Cold Hearted” (Paula Abdul)- In theaters
- Uncle Buck
1988
- #1 song
- “Roll With It” by Steve Winwoodright behind it: “Monkey” (George Michael) and “1-2-3” (Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine)
- Top album
Roll with It by Steve Winwoodalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Young Guns
1987
- #1 song
“Who's That Girl” by Madonnaright behind it: “La Bamba” (Los Lobos) and “Luka” (Suzanne Vega)- In theaters
- Stakeout
- New games
- Air Fortress
1986
- #1 song
“Papa Don't Preach” by Madonnaright behind it: “Higher Love” (Steve Winwood) and “Venus” (Bananarama)- In theaters
- The Fly
1985
- #1 song
“Shout” by Tears For Fearsright behind it: “The Power Of Love” (Huey Lewis & The News) and “Never Surrender” (Corey Hart)- In theaters
- Back to the Future
1984
- #1 song
“Ghostbusters” by Ray Parker Jr.right behind it: “What's Love Got To Do With It” (Tina Turner) and “State of Shock” (The Jacksons)- Top album
Purple Rain by Princealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Tightrope
1983
- #1 song
“Every Breath You Take” by The Policeright behind it: “Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)” (Eurythmics) and “She Works Hard For The Money” (Donna Summer)- Top album
Synchronicity by The Policealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- National Lampoon's Vacation
1982
- #1 song
“Eye Of The Tiger” by Survivorright behind it: “Hurts So Good” (John Cougar) and “Abracadabra” (The Steve Miller Band)- In theaters
- Friday the 13th Part III
1981
- #1 song
“Endless Love” by Diana Ross & Lionel Richieright behind it: “Theme From "Greatest American Hero" (Believe It or Not)” (Joey Scarbury) and “I Don't Need You” (Kenny Rogers)- In theaters
- Raiders of the Lost Ark
1980
- #1 song
“Magic” by Olivia Newton-Johnright behind it: “Sailing” (Christopher Cross) and “Take Your Time (Do It Right) Part 1” (The S.O.S. Band)- In theaters
- Smokey and the Bandit II
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“Good Times” by Chicright behind it: “My Sharona” (The Knack) and “The Main Event/Fight” (Barbra Streisand)- Top album
Get the Knack by The Knackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Amityville Horror
1978
- #1 song
“Three Times A Lady” by Commodoresright behind it: “Grease” (Frankie Valli) and “Last Dance” (Donna Summer)- In theaters
- Hooper
1977
- #1 song
“Best Of My Love” by The Emotionsright behind it: “I Just Want To Be Your Everything” (Andy Gibb) and “(your Love Has Lifted Me) Higher And Higher” (Rita Coolidge)- In theaters
- Star Wars
1976
- #1 song
“Don't Go Breaking My Heart” by Elton John & Kiki Deeright behind it: “You Should Be Dancing” (Bee Gees) and “Let 'em In” (Wings)- Top album
Frampton Comes Alive! by Peter Framptonalso on Spotify, YouTube
1975
- #1 song
“Fallin' In Love” by Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynoldsright behind it: “One Of These Nights” (Eagles) and “Get Down Tonight” (KC And The Sunshine Band)- Top album
One of These Nights by Eaglesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
“The Night Chicago Died” by Paper Laceright behind it: “Feel Like Makin' Love” (Roberta Flack) and “(You're) Having My Baby” (Paul Anka with Odia Coates)- Top album
461 Ocean Boulevard by Eric Claptonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1973
- #1 song
“Touch Me In The Morning” by Diana Rossright behind it: “Live And Let Die” (Wings) and “Brother Louie” (Stories)- Top album
A Passion Play by Jethro Tullalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1972
- #1 song
“Alone Again (Naturally)” by Gilbert O'Sullivanright behind it: “Brandy (You're A Fine Girl)” (Looking Glass) and “Long Cool Woman (In A Black Dress)” (The Hollies)
1971
- #1 song
“How Can You Mend A Broken Heart” by Bee Geesright behind it: “Mr. Big Stuff” (Jean Knight) and “Take Me Home, Country Roads” (John Denver)
1970
- #1 song
“Make It With You” by Breadright behind it: “(They Long To Be) Close To You” (Carpenters) and “Spill The Wine” (Eric Burdon And War)- Top album
Cosmo's Factory by Creedence Clearwater Revivalalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In space
- Venera 7 launches
the 1960s
1969
- #1 song
“Honky Tonk Women” by The Rolling Stonesright behind it: “A Boy Named Sue” (Johnny Cash) and “Crystal Blue Persuasion” (Tommy James And The Shondells)
1968
- #1 song
“People Got To Be Free” by The Rascalsright behind it: “Hello, I Love You” (The Doors) and “Classical Gas” (Mason Williams)- Top album
Wheels of Fire by Creamalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1967
- #1 song
“All You Need Is Love” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Light My Fire” (The Doors) and “Pleasant Valley Sunday” (The Monkees)- Top album
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1966
- #1 song
“Summer In The City” by The Lovin' Spoonfulright behind it: “Sunny” (Bobby Hebb) and “Lil' Red Riding Hood” (Sam The Sham and the Pharaohs)
1965
- #1 song
“I Got You Babe” by Sonny & Cherright behind it: “Save Your Heart For Me” (Gary Lewis And The Playboys) and “Help!” (The Beatles)- Top album
Out of Our Heads by The Rolling Stonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1964
- #1 song
“Where Did Our Love Go” by The Supremesright behind it: “Everybody Loves Somebody” (Dean Martin) and “A Hard Day's Night” (The Beatles)- Top album
A Hard Day's Night by The Beatles / Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1963
- #1 song
“Fingertips - Pt 2” by Little Stevie Wonderright behind it: “Blowin' In The Wind” (Peter, Paul & Mary) and “(You're the) Devil In Disguise” (Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires)- Top album
Days of Wine and Roses by Andy Williamsalso on Spotify, YouTube
1962
- #1 song
“Breaking Up Is Hard To Do” by Neil Sedakaright behind it: “The Loco-Motion” (Little Eva) and “Roses Are Red (My Love)” (Bobby Vinton)
1961
- #1 song
“Tossin' And Turnin'” by Bobby Lewisright behind it: “Wooden Heart” (Joe Dowell) and “Michael” (The Highwaymen)
1960
- #1 song
“It's Now Or Never” by Elvis Presley With The Jordanairesright behind it: “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polkadot Bikini” (Brian Hyland) and “Walk -- Don't Run” (The Ventures)
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
- “A Big Hunk O' Love” by Elvis Presley With The Jordanairesright behind it: “There Goes My Baby” (The Drifters) and “My Heart Is An Open Book” (Carl Dobkins, Jr.)
1958
- #1 song
“Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volaré)” by Domenico Modugnoright behind it: “Little Star” (The Elegants) and “My True Love” (Jack Scott)
Sources
Songs and albums are the Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard 200 for the week; films are the weekend box office leader; shows are Netflix’s weekly Top 10; “most read” is the page everyone turned to on Wikipedia that day. Song links search YouTube; films and shows link to IMDb.
- Weekly charts: the Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard 200, as archived in Wikipedia’s number-one lists.
- Weekend box office: Box Office Mojo, via Wikipedia’s number-one film lists.
- Streaming: the official Netflix Top 10.
- News stories: the Wikimedia Pageviews API.
- Game release dates: Wikidata.
- Album artwork and album links: Apple Music.
- News photos: freely licensed images from Wikimedia Commons; each links to its file page and credits.
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