July 28
on this day, year by year
Here is July 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
“Ordinary” by Alex Warrenright behind it: “Golden” (HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna & REI AMI) and “Daisies” (Justin Bieber)- Top album
- Don't Tap the Glass by Tyler, the Creatoralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Fantastic Four: First Steps
- On Netflix
- UNTAMED
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)- In theaters
- Deadpool & Wolverine
- On Netflix
- Cobra Kai
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Deadpool & Wolverine, 2024 Marvel Studios film
2023
- #1 song
“Seven” by Jung Kook Featuring Lattoright behind it: “Try That In A Small Town” (Jason Aldean) and “Last Night” (Morgan Wallen)- Top album
- Speak Now (Taylor's Version) by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Barbie
- On Netflix
- The Witcher
- New games
- Hello Kitty Island Adventure
2022
- #1 song
“About Damn Time” by Lizzoright behind it: “As It Was” (Harry Styles) and “Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)” (Kate Bush)- In theaters
- DC League of Super-Pets
- On Netflix
- Virgin River
- New games
- Digimon Survive · Truxton · Anonymous;Code
2021
- #1 song
“Butter” by BTSright behind it: “Good 4 U” (Olivia Rodrigo) and “Levitating” (Dua Lipa)- In theaters
- Old
- On Netflix
- Outer Banks
- Most read on Wikipedia
Joey Jordison, American musician (1975–2021)died July 26- New games
- Chernobylite · Nier Reincarnation
2020
- #1 song
“Rockstar” by DaBaby Featuring Roddy Ricchright behind it: “Whats Poppin” (Jack Harlow Featuring DaBaby, Tory Lanez & Lil Wayne) and “Popstar” (DJ Khaled Featuring Drake)- Top album
- Legends Never Die by Juice Wrldalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- New games
- Grounded · Megadimension Neptunia VII · Destroy All Humans!
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
- No.6 Collaborations Project by Ed Sheeranalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Lion King
2018
- #1 song
- “In My Feelings” by Drakeright behind it: “I Like It” (Cardi B, Bad Bunny & J Balvin) and “Girls Like You” (Maroon 5 Featuring Cardi B)
- In theaters
- Mission: Impossible – Fallout
- New games
- WarioWare Gold
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 “I'm The One” (DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne)- In theaters
- Dunkirk
- New games
- Miitopia · Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun
2016
- #1 song
“One Dance” by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kylaright behind it: “Can't Stop The Feeling!” (Justin Timberlake) and “Cheap Thrills” (Sia Featuring Sean Paul)- In theaters
- Jason Bourne
2015
- #1 song
“Cheerleader” by OMIright behind it: “Can't Feel My Face” (The Weeknd) and “See You Again” (Wiz Khalifa Featuring Charlie Puth)- Top album
- Black Rose by Tyresealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Ant-Man
- Most read on Wikipedia
A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, President of India from 2002 to 2007died July 27
2014
- #1 song
“Rude” by MAGIC!right behind it: “Fancy” (Iggy Azalea Featuring Charli XCX) and “Stay With Me” (Sam Smith)- Top album
- Mandatory Fun by "Weird Al" Yankovicalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Lucy
2013
- #1 song
“Blurred Lines” by Robin Thicke Featuring T.I. + Pharrellright behind it: “We Can't Stop” (Miley Cyrus) and “Radioactive” (Imagine Dragons)- In theaters
- The Wolverine
2012
- #1 song
“Call Me Maybe” by Carly Rae Jepsenright behind it: “Payphone” (Maroon 5 Featuring Wiz Khalifa) and “Wide Awake” (Katy Perry)- In theaters
- The Dark Knight Rises
- New games
- New Super Mario Bros. 2
2011
- #1 song
“Party Rock Anthem” by LMFAO Featuring Lauren Bennett & GoonRockright behind it: “Give Me Everything” (Pitbull Featuring Ne-Yo, Afrojack & Nayer) and “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)” (Katy Perry)- Top album
- Red River Blue by Blake Sheltonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Cowboys & Aliens
- New games
- Kingdom Rush · Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2
2010
- #1 song
- “Love The Way You Lie” by Eminem Featuring Rihannaright behind it: “California Gurls” (Katy Perry Featuring Snoop Dogg) and “Airplanes” (B.o.B Featuring Hayley Williams)
- In theaters
- Inception
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“I Gotta Feeling” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “Best I Ever Had” (Drake) and “You Belong With Me” (Taylor Swift)- Top album
- Leave This Town by Daughtryalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- G-Force
2008
- #1 song
“I Kissed A Girl” by Katy Perryright behind it: “Take A Bow” (Rihanna) and “Forever” (Chris Brown)- Top album
- Tha Carter III by Lil Waynealso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- The Dark Knight
2007
- #1 song
“Hey There Delilah” by Plain White T'sright behind it: “Umbrella” (Rihanna Featuring Jay-Z) and “Big Girls Don't Cry” (Fergie)- Top album
- T.I. vs. T.I.P. by T.I.also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Simpsons Movie
2006
- #1 song
“Promiscuous” by Nelly Furtado Featuring Timbalandright behind it: “Crazy” (Gnarls Barkley) and “Me & U” (Cassie)- In theaters
- Miami Vice
- New games
- Formula One 06
2005
- #1 song
“We Belong Together” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Pon de Replay” (Rihanna) and “Hollaback Girl” (Gwen Stefani)- Top album
TP-3: Reloaded by R. Kellyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Wedding Crashers
- New games
- Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan · Fatal Frame III: The Tormented · Pac 'n Roll
2004
- #1 song
“Confessions Part II” by Usherright behind it: “Slow Motion” (Juvenile Featuring Soulja Slim) and “Burn” (Usher)- Top album
License to Chill by Jimmy Buffettalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Bourne Supremacy
2003
- #1 song
“Crazy In Love” by Beyonce Featuring Jay Zright behind it: “Rock Wit U (Awww Baby)” (Ashanti) and “Right Thurr” (Chingy)- In theaters
- Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over
2002
- #1 song
“Hot In Herre” by Nellyright behind it: “Complicated” (Avril Lavigne) and “Dilemma” (Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowland)- Top album
Busted Stuff by Dave Matthews Bandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Austin Powers in Goldmember
2001
- #1 song
“U Remind Me” by Usherright behind it: “Hit 'Em Up Style (Oops!)” (Blu Cantrell) and “All Or Nothing” (O-Town)- In theaters
- Planet of the Apes
2000
- #1 song
- “It's Gonna Be Me” by 'N Syncright behind it: “Bent” (matchbox twenty) and “Everything You Want” (Vertical Horizon)
- Top album
The Marshall Mathers LP by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Nutty Professor II: The Klumps
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
“Genie In A Bottle” by Christina Aguileraright behind it: “Wild Wild West” (Will Smith Featuring Dru Hill & Kool Mo Dee) and “Bills, Bills, Bills” (Destiny's Child)- Top album
Millennium by Backstreet Boysalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- The Haunting
1998
- #1 song
“The Boy Is Mine” by Brandy & Monicaright behind it: “You're Still The One” (Shania Twain) and “My Way” (Usher)- In theaters
- Saving Private Ryan
1997
- #1 song
“I'll Be Missing You” by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112right behind it: “Bitch” (Meredith Brooks) and “Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)” (Backstreet Boys)- In theaters
- Air Force One
- New games
- The King of Fighters '97
1996
- #1 song
- “Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)” by Los Del Rioright behind it: “You're Makin' Me High/Let It Flow” (Toni Braxton) and “How Do U Want It/California Love” (2Pac Featuring K-Ci And JoJo)
- In theaters
- A Time to Kill
- New games
- The Need for Speed
1995
- #1 song
“Waterfalls” by TLCright behind it: “One More Chance/Stay With Me” (The Notorious B.I.G.) and “Don't Take It Personal (Just One Of Dem Days)” (Monica)- Top album
Cracked Rear View by Hootie & the Blowfishalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Waterworld
1994
- #1 song
“I Swear” by All-4-Oneright behind it: “Stay (I Missed You) (From "Reality Bites")” (Lisa Loeb & Nine Stories) and “Fantastic Voyage” (Coolio)- Top album
The Lion King by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Mask
- New games
- Super Metroid · Shadowrun
1993
- #1 song
- “Can't Help Falling In Love (From "Sliver")” by UB40right behind it: “Whoomp! (There It Is)” (Tag Team) and “Weak” (SWV)
- In theaters
- Poetic Justice
1992
- #1 song
“Baby Got Back” by Sir Mix-A-Lotright behind it: “This Used To Be My Playground” (Madonna) and “Baby-Baby-Baby” (TLC)- Top album
Some Gave All by Billy Ray Cyrusalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Mo' Money
1991
- #1 song
“(Everything I Do) I Do It For You” by Bryan Adamsright behind it: “P.A.S.S.I.O.N.” (Rhythm Syndicate) and “Right Here, Right Now” (Jesus Jones)- Top album
Unforgettable... with Love by Natalie Colealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Terminator 2: Judgment Day
1990
- #1 song
“She Ain't Worth It” by Glenn Medeiros Featuring Bobby Brownright behind it: “Vision Of Love” (Mariah Carey) and “Cradle Of Love (From "Ford Fairlane")” (Billy Idol)- Top album
Step by Step by New Kids on the Blockalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Presumed Innocent
the 1980s
1989
- #1 song
“Toy Soldiers” by Martikaright behind it: “Batdance (From "Batman")” (Prince) and “Express Yourself” (Madonna)- In theaters
- Turner & Hooch
1988
- #1 song
“Roll With It” by Steve Winwoodright behind it: “Hold On To The Nights” (Richard Marx) and “Hands To Heaven” (Breathe)- In theaters
- Cocktail
1987
- #1 song
- “Shakedown (From "Beverly Hills Cop II")” by Bob Segerright behind it: “I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For” (U2) and “Alone” (Heart)
- In theaters
- RoboCop
1986
- #1 song
“Glory Of Love (Theme From "The Karate Kid Part II")” by Peter Ceteraright behind it: “Sledgehammer” (Peter Gabriel) and “Danger Zone” (Kenny Loggins)- In theaters
- Aliens
1985
- #1 song
- “Shout” by Tears For Fearsright behind it: “Everytime You Go Away” (Paul Young) and “If You Love Somebody Set Them Free” (Sting)
- Top album
Songs from the Big Chair by Tears for Fearsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- National Lampoon's European Vacation
1984
- #1 song
“When Doves Cry” by Princeright behind it: “Ghostbusters” (Ray Parker Jr.) and “Dancing In The Dark” (Bruce Springsteen)- Top album
Born in the U.S.A. by Bruce Springsteenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Purple Rain
- In sports
- 1984 Summer Olympics
1983
- #1 song
“Every Breath You Take” by The Policeright behind it: “Electric Avenue” (Eddy Grant) and “Flashdance...What A Feeling” (Irene Cara)- 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: “Rosanna” (Toto) and “Hurts So Good” (John Cougar)- In theaters
- The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
1981
- #1 song
“Jessie's Girl” by Rick Springfieldright behind it: “The One That You Love” (Air Supply) and “Theme From "Greatest American Hero" (Believe It or Not)” (Joey Scarbury)- Top album
Long Distance Voyager by The Moody Bluesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Tarzan, the Ape Man
1980
- #1 song
“Magic” by Olivia Newton-Johnright behind it: “It's Still Rock And Roll To Me” (Billy Joel) and “Little Jeannie” (Elton John)- In theaters
- Airplane!
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
- “Bad Girls” by Donna Summerright behind it: “Ring My Bell” (Anita Ward) and “Good Times” (Chic)
- In theaters
- Dracula
1978
- #1 song
“Shadow Dancing” by Andy Gibbright behind it: “Baker Street” (Gerry Rafferty) and “Miss You” (The Rolling Stones)- In theaters
- Star Wars
1977
- #1 song
“I Just Want To Be Your Everything” by Andy Gibbright behind it: “I'm In You” (Peter Frampton) and “Looks Like We Made It” (Barry Manilow)- In theaters
- Star Wars
1976
- #1 song
“Kiss And Say Goodbye” by The Manhattansright behind it: “Love Is Alive” (Gary Wright) and “Moonlight Feels Right” (Starbuck)
1975
- #1 song
- “One Of These Nights” by Eaglesright behind it: “I'm Not In Love” (10cc) and “Jive Talkin'” (Bee Gees)
- Top album
One of These Nights by Eaglesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
“ANNIE's SONG” by John Denverright behind it: “Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me” (Elton John) and “Feel Like Makin' Love” (Roberta Flack)
1973
- #1 song
“Bad, Bad Leroy Brown” by Jim Croceright behind it: “Yesterday Once More” (Carpenters) and “Shambala” (Three Dog Night)- Top album
Chicago VI by Chicagoalso 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 “Too Late To Turn Back Now” (Cornelius Brothers & Sister Rose)- Top album
Honky Château by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1971
- #1 song
“You've Got A Friend” by James Taylorright behind it: “Indian Reservation (The Lament Of The Cherokee Reservation Indian)” (The Raiders) and “It's Too Late/I Feel The Earth Move” (Carole King)
1970
- #1 song
“(They Long To Be) Close To You” by Carpentersright behind it: “Make It With You” (Bread) and “Mama Told Me (Not To Come)” (Three Dog Night)
the 1960s
1969
- #1 song
“In The Year 2525” by Zager & Evansright behind it: “Crystal Blue Persuasion” (Tommy James And The Shondells) and “Spinning Wheel” (Blood, Sweat & Tears)- Top album
Blood, Sweat & Tears by Blood, Sweat & Tearsalso on Spotify, YouTube
1968
- #1 song
“Hello, I Love You” by The Doorsright behind it: “Classical Gas” (Mason Williams) and “Stoned Soul Picnic” (The 5th Dimension)- Top album
The Beat of the Brass by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brassalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1967
- #1 song
“Light My Fire” by The Doorsright behind it: “I Was Made To Love Her” (Stevie Wonder) and “Windy” (The Association)- Top album
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1966
- #1 song
“Wild Thing” by The Troggsright behind it: “Hanky Panky” (Tommy James And The Shondells) and “Lil' Red Riding Hood” (Sam The Sham and the Pharaohs)
1965
- #1 song
“(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction” by The Rolling Stonesright behind it: “I'm Henry VIII, I Am” (Herman's Hermits) and “What's New Pussycat?” (Tom Jones)
1964
- #1 song
- “A Hard Day's Night” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Rag Doll” (The 4 Seasons Featuring the "Sound of Frankie Valli") and “The Little Old Lady (From Pasadena)” (Jan & Dean)
- Top album
A Hard Day's Night by The Beatles / Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1963
- #1 song
“So Much In Love” by The Tymesright behind it: “Fingertips - Pt 2” (Little Stevie Wonder) and “Surf City” (Jan & Dean)- Top album
Days of Wine and Roses by Andy Williamsalso on Spotify, YouTube
1962
- #1 song
“Roses Are Red (My Love)” by Bobby Vintonright behind it: “The Wah Watusi” (The Orlons) and “Sealed With A Kiss” (Brian Hyland)
1961
- #1 song
“Tossin' And Turnin'” by Bobby Lewisright behind it: “I Like It Like That, Part 1” (Chris Kenner) and “The Boll Weevil Song” (Brook Benton)
1960
- #1 song
“I'm Sorry” by Brenda Leeright behind it: “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polkadot Bikini” (Brian Hyland) and “It's Now Or Never” (Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires)
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
“Lonely Boy” by Paul Ankaright behind it: “A Big Hunk O' Love” (Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires) and “My Heart Is An Open Book” (Carl Dobkins, Jr.)
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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