July 31
on this day, year by year
Here is July 31 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 “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
- Most read on Wikipedia
Ozzy Osbourne, English musician and media personality (1948–2025)
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
- A Good Girl's Guide to Murder
- Most read on Wikipedia
Simone Biles, American artistic gymnast (born 1997)
2023
- #1 song
- “Try That In A Small Town” by Jason Aldeanright behind it: “Last Night” (Morgan Wallen) and “Fast Car” (Luke Combs)
- In theaters
- Barbie
- On Netflix
- The Lincoln Lawyer
- Most read on Wikipedia
Paul Reubens, American actor and comedian (1952–2023)died July 30- New games
- Coffee Talk
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
- Most read on Wikipedia
- SummerSlam, WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
2021
- #1 song
“Butter” by BTSright behind it: “Good 4 U” (Olivia Rodrigo) and “Levitating” (Dua Lipa)- In theaters
- Jungle Cruise
- On Netflix
- Outer Banks
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
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
- Most read on Wikipedia
- V. G. Siddhartha, Indian businessman (1959–2019)died July 30
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
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 “That's What I Like” (Bruno Mars)- In theaters
- Dunkirk
- Most read on Wikipedia
Sam Shepard, American playwright and actor (1943–2017)died July 27
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
- 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
- Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation
- Most read on Wikipedia
Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, Laboratory technique
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
- Guardians of the Galaxy
- New games
- Child of Light
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)- Top album
- Life Is Good by Nasalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Dark Knight Rises
2011
- #1 song
“Party Rock Anthem” by LMFAO Featuring Lauren Bennett & GoonRockright behind it: “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)” (Katy Perry) and “Give Me Everything” (Pitbull Featuring Ne-Yo, Afrojack & Nayer)- In theaters
- Cowboys & Aliens
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
- Funny People
- New games
- Tales of Monkey Island · East India Company · 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
- New games
- Rhythm Heaven · Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse · The Last Guy
2007
- #1 song
“Hey There Delilah” by Plain White T'sright behind it: “Big Girls Don't Cry” (Fergie) and “Umbrella” (Rihanna Featuring Jay-Z)- 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
2005
- #1 song
“We Belong Together” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Pon de Replay” (Rihanna) and “Don't Cha” (The Pussycat Dolls Featuring Busta Rhymes)- In theaters
- Wedding Crashers
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 Village
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
- American Wedding
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
- New games
- Stronghold: Crusader
2001
- #1 song
“Bootylicious” by Destiny's Childright behind it: “Loverboy” (Mariah Carey Featuring Cameo) and “Hit 'Em Up Style (Oops!)” (Blu Cantrell)- In theaters
- Planet of the Apes
2000
- #1 song
“It's Gonna Be Me” by 'N Syncright behind it: “Incomplete” (Sisqo) and “Bent” (matchbox twenty)- In theaters
- Nutty Professor II: The Klumps
- New games
- Sydney 2000
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
- Runaway Bride
- New games
- Re-Volt · Civilization II: Test of Time · Darkstone
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
- Herc's Adventures · Atomic Bomberman
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
- Z · Time Commando
1995
- #1 song
“Waterfalls” by TLCright behind it: “Don't Take It Personal (Just One Of Dem Days)” (Monica) and “One More Chance/Stay With Me” (The Notorious B.I.G.)- Top album
Dreaming of You by Selenaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Waterworld
- New games
- Phantasmagoria
1994
- #1 song
“Stay (I Missed You) (From "Reality Bites")” by Lisa Loeb & Nine Storiesright behind it: “I Swear” (All-4-One) and “Fantastic Voyage” (Coolio)- Top album
The Lion King by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Mask
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
- Rising Sun
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
- Death Becomes Her
- New games
- Adventure Island 3 · Ecco the Dolphin
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
“Vision Of Love” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Cradle Of Love (From "Ford Fairlane")” (Billy Idol) and “Rub You The Right Way” (Johnny Gill)- Top album
Step by Step by New Kids on the Blockalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Presumed Innocent
the 1980s
1989
- #1 song
- “Batdance (From "Batman")” by Princeright behind it: “On Our Own (From "Ghostbusters II")” (Bobby Brown) and “So Alive” (Love And Rockets)
- In theaters
- Turner & Hooch
- New games
- Super Mario Land · Tetris
1988
- #1 song
“Roll With It” by Steve Winwoodright behind it: “Hands To Heaven” (Breathe) and “Hold On To The Nights” (Richard Marx)- 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
- The Living Daylights
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
- Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives
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 “State of Shock” (The Jacksons)
- Top album
Purple Rain by Princealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Purple Rain
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: “Rosanna” (Toto) and “Hurts So Good” (John Cougar)- In theaters
- E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
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
- The Empire Strikes Back
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: “Good Times” (Chic) and “Ring My Bell” (Anita Ward)
- In theaters
- The Amityville Horror
1978
- #1 song
“Miss You” by The Rolling Stonesright behind it: “Three Times A Lady” (Commodores) and “Grease” (Frankie Valli)- 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 “Best Of My Love” (The Emotions)- 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
“The Morning After” by Maureen McGovernright behind it: “Bad, Bad Leroy Brown” (Jim Croce) and “Live And Let Die” (Wings)- 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 “(If Loving You Is Wrong) I Don't Want To Be Right” (Luther Ingram)- 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 “All You Need Is Love” (The Beatles)- 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: “Lil' Red Riding Hood” (Sam The Sham and the Pharaohs) and “Summer In The City” (The Lovin' Spoonful)
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: “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do” (Neil Sedaka) 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.)
1958
- #1 song
“Poor Little Fool” by Ricky Nelsonright behind it: “Patricia” (Perez Prado And His Orchestra) and “Splish Splash” (Bobby Darin)
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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