January 28
on this day, year by year
Here is January 28 year by year, back to 1959: 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
“Die With A Smile” by Lady Gaga & Bruno Marsright behind it: “DTMF” (Bad Bunny) and “APT.” (ROSE & Bruno Mars)- In theaters
- Flight Risk
- On Netflix
- The Night Agent
- Most read on Wikipedia
- DeepSeek, Chinese artificial intelligence company
2024
- #1 song
“Lovin On Me” by Jack Harlowright behind it: “Cruel Summer” (Taylor Swift) and “Greedy” (Tate McRae)- Top album
- American Dream by 21 Savagealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Mean Girls
- On Netflix
- Griselda
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Royal Rumble, WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
2023
- #1 song
“Flowers” by Miley Cyrusright behind it: “Kill Bill” (SZA) and “Anti-Hero” (Taylor Swift)- In theaters
- Avatar: The Way of Water
- On Netflix
- Ginny & Georgia
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Pathaan, 2023 Indian film by Siddharth Anand
2022
- #1 song
“Easy On Me” by Adeleright behind it: “We Don't Talk About Bruno” (Carolina Gaitan, Mauro Castillo, Adassa, Rhenzy Feliz, Diane Guerrero, Stephanie Beatriz & Encanto Cast) and “Heat Waves” (Glass Animals)- In theaters
- Spider-Man: No Way Home
- On Netflix
- All of Us Are Dead
- New games
- Pokémon Legends: Arceus
2021
- #1 song
“Drivers License” by Olivia Rodrigoright behind it: “34+35” (Ariana Grande) and “Mood” (24kGoldn Featuring iann dior)- Top album
- Dangerous: The Double Album by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Little Things
- Most read on Wikipedia
Cloris Leachman, American actress (1926–2021)died January 27- New games
- The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt · The Medium · Disgaea 6: Defiance of Destiny
2020
- #1 song
- “The Box” by Roddy Ricchright behind it: “Life Is Good” (Future Featuring Drake) and “Godzilla” (Eminem Featuring Juice WRLD)
- Top album
- Music to Be Murdered By by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Bad Boys for Life
- Most read on Wikipedia
Kobe Bryant, American basketball player (1978–2020)died January 26- New games
- Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire · Kentucky Route Zero
2019
- #1 song
“7 Rings” by Ariana Granderight behind it: “Without Me” (Halsey) and “Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse)” (Post Malone & Swae Lee)- Top album
- Future Hndrxx Presents: The Wizrd by Futurealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Aquaman
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Royal Rumble, WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
2018
- #1 song
“God's Plan” by Drakeright behind it: “Perfect” (Ed Sheeran) and “Havana” (Camila Cabello Featuring Young Thug)- In theaters
- Maze Runner: The Death Cure
- Most read on Wikipedia
Roger Federer, Swiss tennis player (born 1981)Swiss tennis player Roger Federer successfully defends his title in the five-sets men's singles final against Marin Čilić, winning his sixth title at the Australian Open and…- Award night
- 60th Annual Grammy Awards: 24K Magic wins Album of the Year
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
“Shape Of You” by Ed Sheeranright behind it: “Bad And Boujee” (Migos Featuring Lil Uzi Vert) and “Black Beatles” (Rae Sremmurd Featuring Gucci Mane)- In theaters
- Split
- Most read on Wikipedia
John Hurt, English actor (1940–2017)died January 25
2016
- #1 song
“Sorry” by Justin Bieberright behind it: “Hello” (Adele) and “Love Yourself” (Justin Bieber)- In theaters
- Kung Fu Panda 3
- New games
- Dragon Quest Builders · Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash · Rabi-Ribi
2015
- #1 song
“Uptown Funk!” by Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Marsright behind it: “Thinking Out Loud” (Ed Sheeran) and “Blank Space” (Taylor Swift)- In theaters
- The Hangover Part II
- New games
- Ufouria: The Saga
2014
- #1 song
“Timber” by Pitbull Featuring Ke$haright behind it: “Dark Horse” (Katy Perry Featuring Juicy J) and “Counting Stars” (OneRepublic)- Top album
- High Hopes by Bruce Springsteenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Ride Along
- New games
- Broken Age
2013
- #1 song
“Thrift Shop” by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Wanzright behind it: “Locked Out Of Heaven” (Bruno Mars) and “Ho Hey” (The Lumineers)- In theaters
- Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters
2012
- #1 song
“We Found Love” by Rihanna Featuring Calvin Harrisright behind it: “Set Fire To The Rain” (Adele) and “Good Feeling” (Flo Rida)- In theaters
- The Grey
2011
- #1 song
“Hold It Against Me” by Britney Spearsright behind it: “Grenade” (Bruno Mars) and “Firework” (Katy Perry)- Top album
- Showroom of Compassion by Cakealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Rite
- New games
- Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare · Inazuma Eleven · Mario Sports Mix
2010
- #1 song
- “TiK ToK” by Ke$haright behind it: “Bad Romance” (Lady Gaga) and “Empire State Of Mind” (Jay-Z + Alicia Keys)
- In theaters
- Avatar
- New games
- WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010 · Resonance of Fate · Tatsunoko vs. Capcom
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“Just Dance” by Lady Gaga Featuring Colby O'Donisright behind it: “Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)” (Beyonce) and “Heartless” (Kanye West)- In theaters
- Paul Blart: Mall Cop
2008
- #1 song
“Low” by Flo Rida Featuring T-Painright behind it: “No One” (Alicia Keys) and “Apologize” (Timbaland Featuring OneRepublic)- In theaters
- Meet the Spartans
- New games
- 1080° Snowboarding
2007
- #1 song
“Irreplaceable” by Beyonceright behind it: “This Ain't A Scene, It's An Arms Race” (Fall Out Boy) and “Say It Right” (Nelly Furtado)- In theaters
- Epic Movie
2006
- #1 song
“Grillz” by Nelly Featuring Paul Wall, Ali & Gippright behind it: “Check On It” (Beyonce Featuring Slim Thug) and “Run It!” (Chris Brown)- Top album
- The Breakthrough by Mary J. Bligealso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- Big Momma's House 2
2005
- #1 song
“Let Me Love You” by Marioright behind it: “1, 2 Step” (Ciara Featuring Missy Elliott) and “Lovers And Friends” (Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz Featuring Usher & Ludacris)- Top album
- American Idiot by Green Dayalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Hide and Seek
- New games
- Otome wa Boku ni Koishiteru
2004
- #1 song
- “Hey Ya!” by OutKastright behind it: “The Way You Move” (OutKast Featuring Sleepy Brown) and “You Don't Know My Name” (Alicia Keys)
- Top album
- Speakerboxxx/The Love Below by OutKastalso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- The Butterfly Effect
2003
- #1 song
“Bump, Bump, Bump” by B2K & P. Diddyright behind it: “Beautiful” (Christina Aguilera) and “Cry Me A River” (Justin Timberlake)- Top album
Come Away with Me by Norah Jonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Darkness Falls
2002
- #1 song
“U Got It Bad” by Usherright behind it: “How You Remind Me” (Nickelback) and “Always On Time” (Ja Rule Featuring Ashanti)- In theaters
- Black Hawk Down
2001
- #1 song
“It Wasn't Me” by Shaggy Feat. Ricardo "RikRok" Ducentright behind it: “Independent Women Part I” (Destiny's Child) and “Ms. Jackson” (OutKast)- In theaters
- The Wedding Planner
- In sports
- Super Bowl XXXV: Baltimore Ravens
2000
- #1 song
“I Knew I Loved You” by Savage Gardenright behind it: “What A Girl Wants” (Christina Aguilera) and “Smooth” (Santana Featuring Rob Thomas)- Top album
Supernatural by Santanaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Eye of the Beholder
- New games
- Gran Turismo 2
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
- “...Baby One More Time” by Britney Spearsright behind it: “Have You Ever?” (Brandy) and “Nobody's Supposed To Be Here” (Deborah Cox)
- Top album
...Baby One More Time by Britney Spearsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- She's All That
- New games
- Digimon World · Bloody Roar 2 · Fatal Fury: Wild Ambition
1998
- #1 song
“Together Again” by Janetright behind it: “Truly Madly Deeply” (Savage Garden) and “Nice & Slow” (Usher)- Top album
Titanic: Music from the Motion Picture by James Horneralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Titanic
- New games
- Final Fantasy Tactics
1997
- #1 song
“Un-Break My Heart” by Toni Braxtonright behind it: “Don't Let Go (Love)” (En Vogue) and “I Believe I Can Fly (From "Space Jam")” (R. Kelly)- Top album
Tragic Kingdom by No Doubtalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Jerry Maguire
- New games
- Real Bout Fatal Fury Special
1996
- #1 song
“One Sweet Day” by Mariah Carey & Boyz II Menright behind it: “Exhale (Shoop Shoop) (From "Waiting To Exhale")” (Whitney Houston) and “Missing” (Everything But The Girl)- In theaters
- Mr. Holland's Opus
- In sports
- Super Bowl XXX: Dallas Cowboys
1995
- #1 song
“Creep” by TLCright behind it: “On Bended Knee” (Boyz II Men) and “Another Night” (Real McCoy)- In theaters
- Legends of the Fall
1994
- #1 song
“All For Love” by Bryan Adams/Rod Stewart/Stingright behind it: “Hero” (Mariah Carey) and “Breathe Again” (Toni Braxton)- In theaters
- Mrs. Doubtfire
1993
- #1 song
- “I Will Always Love You” by Whitney Houstonright behind it: “If I Ever Fall In Love” (Shai) and “In The Still Of The Nite (From "The Jacksons")” (Boyz II Men)
- Top album
The Bodyguard by Whitney Houstonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Aladdin
1992
- #1 song
“Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me” by George Michael/Elton Johnright behind it: “I Love Your Smile” (Shanice) and “All 4 Love” (Color Me Badd)- In theaters
- The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
- New games
- Romancing SaGa
1991
- #1 song
“The First Time” by Surfaceright behind it: “Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)” (C+C Music Factory) and “Love Will Never Do (Without You)” (Janet Jackson)- Top album
To the Extreme by Vanilla Icealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Home Alone
1990
- #1 song
“How Am I Supposed To Live Without You” by Michael Boltonright behind it: “Opposites Attract” (Paula Abdul (Duet With The Wild Pair)) and “Downtown Train” (Rod Stewart)- Top album
Forever Your Girl by Paula Abdulalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Driving Miss Daisy
- In sports
- Super Bowl XXIV: San Francisco 49ers
the 1980s
1989
- #1 song
“Two Hearts” by Phil Collinsright behind it: “When I'm With You” (Sheriff) and “Armageddon It” (Def Leppard)- Top album
Don't Be Cruel by Bobby Brownalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Rain Man
1988
- #1 song
“Need You Tonight” by INXSright behind it: “Could've Been” (Tiffany) and “Hazy Shade Of Winter” (The Bangles)- In theaters
- Good Morning, Vietnam
1987
- #1 song
“At This Moment” by Billy Vera & The Beatersright behind it: “Open Your Heart” (Madonna) and “C'est La Vie” (Robbie Nevil)- Top album
Slippery When Wet by Bon Jovialso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Critical Condition
1986
- #1 song
- “That's What Friends Are For” by Dionne & Friendsright behind it: “Burning Heart” (Survivor) and “I'm Your Man” (Wham!)
- Top album
The Broadway Album by Barbra Streisandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Color Purple
1985
- #1 song
“I Want To Know What Love Is” by Foreignerright behind it: “Easy Lover” (Philip Bailey With Phil Collins) and “Careless Whisper” (Wham! Featuring George Michael)- Top album
Born in the U.S.A. by Bruce Springsteenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Beverly Hills Cop
1984
- #1 song
“Owner Of A Lonely Heart” by Yesright behind it: “Karma Chameleon” (Culture Club) and “Talking In Your Sleep” (The Romantics)- In theaters
- Silkwood
1983
- #1 song
- “Down Under” by Men At Workright behind it: “Africa” (Toto) and “Sexual Healing” (Marvin Gaye)
- Top album
Business as Usual by Men at Workalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Tootsie
1982
- #1 song
- “I Can't Go For That (No Can Do)” by Daryl Hall John Oatesright behind it: “Waiting For A Girl Like You” (Foreigner) and “Centerfold” (The J. Geils Band)
- In theaters
- On Golden Pond
1981
- #1 song
“The Tide Is High” by Blondieright behind it: “(Just Like) Starting Over” (John Lennon) and “Celebration” (Kool & The Gang)- Top album
Double Fantasy by John Lennonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Stir Crazy
1980
- #1 song
“Rock With You” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Do That To Me One More Time” (Captain & Tennille) and “Coward Of The County” (Kenny Rogers)- In theaters
- Kramer vs. Kramer
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“Le Freak” by Chicright behind it: “Y.M.C.A.” (Village People) and “Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?” (Rod Stewart)- Top album
Briefcase Full of Blues by Blues Brothersalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Superman
1978
- #1 song
“Baby Come Back” by Playerright behind it: “Short People” (Randy Newman) and “Stayin' Alive” (Bee Gees)- In theaters
- Close Encounters of the Third Kind
1977
- #1 song
“Car Wash” by Rose Royceright behind it: “I Wish” (Stevie Wonder) and “Dazz” (Brick)- Top album
Songs in the Key of Life by Stevie Wonderalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Rocky
1976
- #1 song
“Love Rollercoaster” by Ohio Playersright behind it: “I Write The Songs” (Barry Manilow) and “Love To Love You Baby” (Donna Summer)
1975
- #1 song
“Laughter In The Rain” by Neil Sedakaright behind it: “Fire” (Ohio Players) and “Boogie On Reggae Woman” (Stevie Wonder)- Top album
Elton John's Greatest Hits by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
“The Way We Were” by Barbra Streisandright behind it: “You're Sixteen” (Ringo Starr) and “Love's Theme” (Love Unlimited Orchestra)- Top album
You Don't Mess Around with Jim by Jim Crocealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1973
- #1 song
“Crocodile Rock” by Elton Johnright behind it: “You're So Vain” (Carly Simon) and “Superstition” (Stevie Wonder)- Top album
No Secrets by Carly Simonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1972
- #1 song
- “American Pie (Parts I & II)” by Don McLeanright behind it: “Brand New Key” (Melanie) and “Let's Stay Together” (Al Green)
- Top album
American Pie by Don McLeanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1971
- #1 song
“Knock Three Times” by Dawnright behind it: “My Sweet Lord/Isn't It A Pity” (George Harrison) and “Lonely Days” (Bee Gees)- Top album
All Things Must Pass by George Harrisonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1970
- #1 song
“I Want You Back” by Jackson 5right behind it: “Venus” (The Shocking Blue) and “Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head” (B.J. Thomas)- Top album
Led Zeppelin II by Led Zeppelinalso on Spotify, YouTube
the 1960s
1969
- #1 song
“Crimson And Clover” by Tommy James And The Shondellsright behind it: “Everyday People” (Sly & The Family Stone) and “Worst That Could Happen” (Brooklyn Bridge)- Top album
The Beatles (The White Album) by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1968
- #1 song
“Green Tambourine” by The Lemon Pipersright behind it: “Judy In Disguise (With Glasses)” (John Fred And The Playboys) and “Chain Of Fools” (Aretha Franklin)- Top album
Magical Mystery Tour by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1967
- #1 song
“I'm A Believer” by The Monkeesright behind it: “Tell It Like It Is” (Aaron Neville) and “Snoopy Vs. The Red Baron” (The Royal Guardsmen)- Top album
The Monkees by The Monkeesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1966
- #1 song
“We Can Work It Out” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Barbara Ann” (The Beach Boys) and “She's Just My Style” (Gary Lewis And The Playboys)- Top album
Rubber Soul by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1965
- #1 song
“Downtown” by Petula Clarkright behind it: “You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'” (The Righteous Brothers) and “The Name Game” (Shirley Ellis)
1964
- #1 song
“I Want To Hold Your Hand” by The Beatlesright behind it: “You Don't Own Me” (Lesley Gore) and “Out Of Limits” (The Marketts)
1963
- #1 song
“Walk Right In” by The Rooftop Singersright behind it: “Hey Paula” (Paul and Paula) and “The Night Has A Thousand Eyes” (Bobby Vee)
1962
- #1 song
- “Peppermint Twist - Part I” by Joey Dee & the Starlitersright behind it: “Can't Help Falling In Love” (Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires) and “The Twist” (Chubby Checker)
1961
- #1 song
“Will You Love Me Tomorrow” by The Shirellesright behind it: “Calcutta” (Lawrence Welk And His Orchestra) and “Exodus” (Ferrante & Teicher)
1960
- #1 song
“Running Bear” by Johnny Prestonright behind it: “Teen Angel” (Mark Dinning) and “El Paso” (Marty Robbins)
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
“Smoke Gets In Your Eyes” by The Plattersright behind it: “The All American Boy” (Bill Parsons) and “Donna” (Ritchie Valens)
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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