June 25
on this day, year by year
Here is June 25 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: “Manchild” (Sabrina Carpenter) and “What I Want” (Morgan Wallen Featuring Tate McRae)- Top album
- I'm the Problem by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- How to Train Your Dragon
- On Netflix
- Squid Game
- Most read on Wikipedia
Zohran Mamdani, Mayor of New York City since 2026
2024
- #1 song
“Please Please Please” by Sabrina Carpenterright behind it: “I Had Some Help” (Post Malone Featuring Morgan Wallen) and “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” (Shaboozey)- Top album
- The Tortured Poets Department by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Inside Out 2
- On Netflix
- Bridgerton
- Most read on Wikipedia
- UEFA Euro 2024, 17th edition of the UEFA European Football Championship
2023
- #1 song
- “Last Night” by Morgan Wallenright behind it: “Fast Car” (Luke Combs) and “Calm Down” (Rema & Selena Gomez)
- Top album
- One Thing at a Time by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
- On Netflix
- The Surrogacy
- Most read on Wikipedia
- The Idol, 2023 American drama television series
2022
- #1 song
“As It Was” by Harry Stylesright behind it: “First Class” (Jack Harlow) and “Wait For U” (Future Featuring Drake & Tems)- In theaters
- Elvis
- On Netflix
- The Umbrella Academy
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Roe v. Wade, 1973 US Supreme Court decision on abortion, overruled 2022
2021
- #1 song
“Butter” by BTSright behind it: “Good 4 U” (Olivia Rodrigo) and “Levitating” (Dua Lipa Featuring DaBaby)- Top album
- Hall of Fame by Polo Galso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- F9
- New games
- Scarlet Nexus · Mario Golf: Super Rush · Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2
2020
- #1 song
“Trollz” by 6ix9ine & Nicki Minajright behind it: “Rockstar” (DaBaby Featuring Roddy Ricch) and “The Bigger Picture” (Lil Baby)
2019
- #1 song
“Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X Featuring Billy Ray Cyrusright behind it: “You Need To Calm Down” (Taylor Swift) and “Bad Guy” (Billie Eilish)- In theaters
- Toy Story 4
- New games
- Magia Record
2018
- #1 song
“Sad!” by XXXTENTACIONright behind it: “I Like It” (Cardi B, Bad Bunny & J Balvin) and “Nice For What” (Drake)- Top album
- Youngblood by 5 Seconds of Summeralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
- Most read on Wikipedia
- 2018 FIFA World Cup, Association football tournament in Russia
- New games
- Ultimate Custom Night
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
“Despacito” by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieberright behind it: “I'm The One” (DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne) and “That's What I Like” (Bruno Mars)- In theaters
- Transformers: The Last Knight
2016
- #1 song
“One Dance” by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kylaright behind it: “Panda” (Desiigner) and “Can't Stop The Feeling!” (Justin Timberlake)- In theaters
- Finding Dory
- Most read on Wikipedia
European Union, Supranational political and economic unionDiplomats from Germany, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg meet in Berlin to discuss the consequences of the United Kingdom voting to leave the European Union.- New games
- Tokyo Mirage Sessions ♯FE
2015
- #1 song
“See You Again” by Wiz Khalifa Featuring Charlie Puthright behind it: “Bad Blood” (Taylor Swift Featuring Kendrick Lamar) and “Trap Queen” (Fetty Wap)- In theaters
- Jurassic World
- New games
- Yoshi's Woolly World
2014
- #1 song
“Fancy” by Iggy Azalea Featuring Charli XCXright behind it: “Problem” (Ariana Grande Featuring Iggy Azalea) and “Rude” (MAGIC!)- In theaters
- Think Like a Man Too
2013
- #1 song
“Blurred Lines” by Robin Thicke Featuring T.I. + Pharrellright behind it: “Get Lucky” (Daft Punk Featuring Pharrell Williams) and “Can't Hold Us” (Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Ray Dalton)- In theaters
- Monsters University
- New games
- Deadpool · Company of Heroes 2 · Ride to Hell: Retribution
2012
- #1 song
“Call Me Maybe” by Carly Rae Jepsenright behind it: “Somebody That I Used To Know” (Gotye Featuring Kimbra) and “Payphone” (Maroon 5 Featuring Wiz Khalifa)- Top album
- Looking 4 Myself by Usheralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Brave
- New games
- Dungeons & Dragons Online · SimCity Social · McPixel
2011
- #1 song
- “Rolling In The Deep” by Adeleright behind it: “Give Me Everything” (Pitbull Featuring Ne-Yo, Afrojack & Nayer) and “Party Rock Anthem” (LMFAO Featuring Lauren Bennett & GoonRock)
- In theaters
- Cars 2
2010
- #1 song
“California Gurls” by Katy Perry Featuring Snoop Doggright behind it: “OMG” (Usher Featuring will.i.am) and “Airplanes” (B.o.B Featuring Hayley Williams)- Top album
- Glee: The Music, Journey to Regionalsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Toy Story 3
- New games
- Lego Harry Potter: Years 1–4 · Singularity · Dementium II
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“Boom Boom Pow” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “I Gotta Feeling” (The Black Eyed Peas) and “Knock You Down” (Keri Hilson Featuring Kanye West & Ne-Yo)- In theaters
- Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen
- New games
- Wii Sports Resort · Battlefield Heroes · Anno 1404
2008
- #1 song
“Viva La Vida” by Coldplayright behind it: “I Kissed A Girl” (Katy Perry) and “Lollipop” (Lil Wayne Featuring Static Major)- Top album
Tha Carter III by Lil Waynealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Get Smart
- New games
- Star Fox 64 · Kung Fu Panda · Happy Tree Friends: False Alarm
2007
- #1 song
“Umbrella” by Rihanna Featuring Jay-Zright behind it: “Party Like A Rockstar” (Shop Boyz) and “Big Girls Don't Cry” (Fergie)- Top album
Big Dog Daddy by Toby Keithalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Evan Almighty
2006
- #1 song
“Do I Make You Proud” by Taylor Hicksright behind it: “Hips Don't Lie” (Shakira Featuring Wyclef Jean) and “Promiscuous” (Nelly Furtado Featuring Timbaland)- Top album
The Big Bang by Busta Rhymesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Click
2005
- #1 song
“We Belong Together” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Hollaback Girl” (Gwen Stefani) and “Don't Phunk With My Heart” (The Black Eyed Peas)- In theaters
- Batman Begins
2004
- #1 song
“Burn” by Usherright behind it: “Confessions Part II” (Usher) and “The Reason” (Hoobastank)- Top album
Contraband by Velvet Revolveralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Fahrenheit 9/11
2003
- #1 song
“This Is The Night” by Clay Aikenright behind it: “Flying Without Wings” (Ruben Studdard) and “21 Questions” (50 Cent Featuring Nate Dogg)- Top album
Dance with My Father by Luther Vandrossalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Hulk
- New games
- The Italian Job
2002
- #1 song
“Hot In Herre” by Nellyright behind it: “Without Me” (Eminem) and “Foolish” (Ashanti)- Top album
The Eminem Show by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Minority Report
2001
- #1 song
“Lady Marmalade” by Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, Mya & P!nkright behind it: “Hanging By A Moment” (Lifehouse) and “My Baby” (Lil' Romeo)- Top album
Take Off Your Pants and Jacket by Blink-182also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Fast and the Furious
2000
- #1 song
“Be With You” by Enrique Iglesiasright behind it: “Try Again” (Aaliyah) and “I Turn To You” (Christina Aguilera)- Top album
The Marshall Mathers LP by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Me, Myself & Irene
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
“If You Had My Love” by Jennifer Lopezright behind it: “Last Kiss” (Pearl Jam) and “Livin' La Vida Loca” (Ricky Martin)- Top album
Millennium by Backstreet Boysalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Big Daddy
- New games
- Driver · Street Fighter Alpha 3 · Kana: Little Sister
1998
- #1 song
“The Boy Is Mine” by Brandy & Monicaright behind it: “You're Still The One” (Shania Twain) and “Too Close” (Next)- In theaters
- Doctor Dolittle
- New games
- Final Fantasy VII · Microsoft Spider Solitaire · Cruis'n World
1997
- #1 song
“I'll Be Missing You” by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112right behind it: “MMMBop” (Hanson) and “Return Of The Mack” (Mark Morrison)- Top album
Butterfly Kisses (Shades of Grace) by Bob Carlislealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Batman & Robin
1996
- #1 song
“Tha Crossroads” by Bone Thugs-N-Harmonyright behind it: “You're Makin' Me High/Let It Flow” (Toni Braxton) and “Give Me One Reason” (Tracy Chapman)- In theaters
- Eraser
1995
- #1 song
“Have You Ever Really Loved A Woman?” by Bryan Adamsright 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
Cracked Rear View by Hootie & the Blowfishalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Pocahontas
1994
- #1 song
“I Swear” by All-4-Oneright behind it: “Any Time, Any Place/And On And On” (Janet Jackson) and “Regulate (From "Above The Rim")” (Warren G & Nate Dogg)- In theaters
- The Lion King
- New games
- Super Street Fighter II · Night Trap
1993
- #1 song
- “That's The Way Love Goes” by Janet Jacksonright behind it: “Weak” (SWV) and “Knockin' Da Boots” (H-Town)
- In theaters
- Jurassic Park
- New games
- Mortal Kombat II · Day of the Tentacle · Golden Axe III
1992
- #1 song
“I'll Be There” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Baby Got Back” (Sir Mix-A-Lot) and “Under The Bridge” (Red Hot Chili Peppers)- Top album
Some Gave All by Billy Ray Cyrusalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Batman Returns
1991
- #1 song
“Rush Rush” by Paula Abdulright behind it: “I Wanna Sex You Up (From "New Jack City")” (Color Me Badd) and “Unbelievable” (EMF)- In theaters
- Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves
1990
- #1 song
“Step By Step” by New Kids On The Blockright behind it: “It Must Have Been Love (From "Pretty Woman")” (Roxette) and “Poison” (Bell Biv DeVoe)- Top album
Step by Step by New Kids on the Blockalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Dick Tracy
- New games
- Bandit Kings of Ancient China
the 1980s
1989
- #1 song
“Baby Don't Forget My Number” by Milli Vanilliright behind it: “Good Thing” (Fine Young Cannibals) and “Satisfied” (Richard Marx)- Top album
The Raw & the Cooked by Fine Young Cannibalsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Batman
1988
- #1 song
“Foolish Beat” by Debbie Gibsonright behind it: “Dirty Diana” (Michael Jackson) and “Together Forever” (Rick Astley)- In theaters
- Who Framed Roger Rabbit
1987
- #1 song
“I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” by Whitney Houstonright behind it: “Head To Toe” (Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam) and “In Too Deep” (Genesis)- In theaters
- Dragnet
1986
- #1 song
“On My Own” by Patti LaBelle & Michael McDonaldright behind it: “There'll Be Sad Songs (To Make You Cry)” (Billy Ocean) and “Crush On You” (The Jets)- Top album
Whitney Houston by Whitney Houstonalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- The Karate Kid Part II
1985
- #1 song
“Heaven” by Bryan Adamsright behind it: “Sussudio” (Phil Collins) and “A View To A Kill” (Duran Duran)- In theaters
- Cocoon
- New games
- Star Force
1984
- #1 song
“The Reflex” by Duran Duranright behind it: “Dancing In The Dark” (Bruce Springsteen) and “When Doves Cry” (Prince)- In theaters
- Ghostbusters
1983
- #1 song
“Flashdance...What A Feeling” by Irene Cararight behind it: “Time (Clock Of The Heart)” (Culture Club) and “Electric Avenue” (Eddy Grant)- In theaters
- Return of the Jedi
1982
- #1 song
“Ebony And Ivory” by Paul McCartney And Stevie Wonderright behind it: “Don't You Want Me” (The Human League) and “Rosanna” (Toto)- In theaters
- Superman II
1981
- #1 song
- “Bette Davis Eyes” by Kim Carnesright behind it: “Medley” (Stars On 45) and “Sukiyaki” (A Taste Of Honey)
- Top album
Mistaken Identity by Kim Carnesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Superman II
1980
- #1 song
“Coming Up (Live At Glasgow)” by Paul McCartney And Wingsright behind it: “Funkytown” (Lipps, Inc.) and “The Rose” (Bette Midler)- Top album
Glass Houses by Billy Joelalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Empire Strikes Back
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“Ring My Bell” by Anita Wardright behind it: “Hot Stuff” (Donna Summer) and “Bad Girls” (Donna Summer)- Top album
Breakfast in America by Supertrampalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Rocky II
1978
- #1 song
“Shadow Dancing” by Andy Gibbright behind it: “Baker Street” (Gerry Rafferty) and “It's A Heartache” (Bonnie Tyler)- In theaters
- Grease
- In sports
- 1978 FIFA World Cup Final: Argentina men's national football team
1977
- #1 song
“Got To Give It Up (Pt. I)” by Marvin Gayeright behind it: “Gonna Fly Now” (Bill Conti) and “Undercover Angel” (Alan O'Day)- In theaters
- The Deep
1976
- #1 song
- “Silly Love Songs” by Wingsright behind it: “Get Up And Boogie (That's Right)” (Silver Convention) and “Misty Blue” (Dorothy Moore)
- Top album
Wings at the Speed of Sound by Wingsalso on Spotify, YouTube
1975
- #1 song
“Love Will Keep Us Together” by The Captain & Tennilleright behind it: “When Will I Be Loved” (Linda Ronstadt) and “Wildfire” (Michael Murphey)- Top album
Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
“Sundown” by Gordon Lightfootright behind it: “Billy, Don't Be A Hero” (Bo Donaldson And The Heywoods) and “You Make Me Feel Brand New” (The Stylistics)
1973
- #1 song
“Give Me Love - (Give Me Peace On Earth)” by George Harrisonright behind it: “My Love” (Paul McCartney And Wings) and “Will It Go Round In Circles” (Billy Preston)- Top album
Living in the Material World by George Harrisonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1972
- #1 song
“Song Sung Blue” by Neil Diamondright behind it: “The Candy Man” (Sammy Davis, Jr. with The Mike Curb Congregation) and “Outa-Space” (Billy Preston)
1971
- #1 song
- “It's Too Late/I Feel The Earth Move” by Carole Kingright behind it: “Rainy Days And Mondays” (Carpenters) and “Want Ads” (The Honey Cone)
1970
- #1 song
“The Love You Save/I Found That Girl” by Jackson 5right behind it: “Mama Told Me (Not To Come)” (Three Dog Night) and “Ball Of Confusion (That's What The World Is Today)” (The Temptations)
the 1960s
1969
- #1 song
“Love Theme From Romeo & Juliet” by Henry Mancini And His Orchestraright behind it: “Bad Moon Rising” (Creedence Clearwater Revival) and “Get Back” (The Beatles With Billy Preston)
1968
- #1 song
“This Guy's In Love With You” by Herb Alpertright behind it: “The Horse” (Cliff Nobles & Co.) and “MacArthur Park” (Richard Harris)
1967
- #1 song
“Windy” by The Associationright behind it: “Groovin'” (The Young Rascals) and “Little Bit O' Soul” (The Music Explosion)- Top album
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1966
- #1 song
“Paperback Writer” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Strangers In The Night” (Frank Sinatra) and “Paint It, Black” (The Rolling Stones)- Top album
What Now My Love by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brassalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1965
- #1 song
“Mr. Tambourine Man” by The Byrdsright behind it: “I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)” (Four Tops) and “Wooly Bully” (Sam The Sham and the Pharaohs)
1964
- #1 song
“A World Without Love” by Peter And Gordonright behind it: “I Get Around” (The Beach Boys) and “Chapel Of Love” (The Dixie Cups)- Top album
Hello, Dolly! by Louis Armstrongalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1963
- #1 song
“Sukiyaki” by Kyu Sakamotoright behind it: “It's My Party” (Lesley Gore) and “Hello Stranger” (Barbara Lewis)- Top album
Days of Wine and Roses by Andy Williamsalso on Spotify, YouTube
1962
- #1 song
“I Can't Stop Loving You” by Ray Charlesright behind it: “The Stripper” (David Rose and His Orchestra) and “Palisades Park” (Freddy Cannon)
1961
- #1 song
“Quarter To Three” by U.S. Bondsright behind it: “Raindrops” (Dee Clark) and “Moody River” (Pat Boone)
1960
- #1 song
“Everybody's Somebody's Fool” by Connie Francisright behind it: “Cathy's Clown” (The Everly Brothers) and “Alley-Oop” (Hollywood Argyles)
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
“The Battle Of New Orleans” by Johnny Hortonright behind it: “Personality” (Lloyd Price and His Orchestra) and “Lonely Boy” (Paul Anka)
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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