November 18
on this day, year by year
Here is November 18 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
“The Fate Of Ophelia” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Golden” (HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna & REI AMI) and “Ordinary” (Alex Warren)- Top album
- The Life of a Showgirl by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Now You See Me: Now You Don't
- On Netflix
- The Beast in Me
2024
- #1 song
“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” by Shaboozeyright behind it: “Die With A Smile” (Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars) and “Birds Of A Feather” (Billie Eilish)- Top album
- Chromakopia by Tyler, the Creatoralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Red One
- On Netflix
- A Man on the Inside
2023
- #1 song
“Cruel Summer” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Paint The Town Red” (Doja Cat) and “Is It Over Now? (Taylor's Version) [From The Vault]” (Taylor Swift)- Top album
- 1989 (Taylor's Version) by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- On Netflix
- Criminal Code
2022
- #1 song
“Anti-Hero” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Rich Flex” (Drake & 21 Savage) and “Major Distribution” (Drake & 21 Savage)- In theaters
- Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
- On Netflix
- The Crown
2021
- #1 song
“Easy On Me” by Adeleright behind it: “Stay” (The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber) and “Industry Baby” (Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow)- Top album
- Still Over It by Summer Walkeralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Ghostbusters: Afterlife
- On Netflix
- Hellbound
2020
- #1 song
“Mood” by 24kGoldn Featuring iann diorright behind it: “Positions” (Ariana Grande) and “I Hope” (Gabby Barrett Featuring Charlie Puth)- In theaters
- Freaky
2019
- #1 song
“Someone You Loved” by Lewis Capaldiright behind it: “Circles” (Post Malone) and “Senorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello)- Top album
- What You See Is What You Get by Luke Combsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Ford v Ferrari
2018
- #1 song
“Thank U, Next” by Ariana Granderight behind it: “Sicko Mode” (Travis Scott) and “Happier” (Marshmello & Bastille)- Top album
- Experiment by Kane Brownalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
“Rockstar” by Post Malone Featuring 21 Savageright behind it: “Havana” (Camila Cabello Featuring Young Thug) and “Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)” (Cardi B)- Top album
- Live in No Shoes Nation by Kenny Chesneyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Justice League
- Most read on Wikipedia
Malcolm Young, Australian guitarist (1953–2017)died November 18
2016
- #1 song
“Closer” by The Chainsmokers Featuring Halseyright behind it: “Starboy” (The Weeknd Featuring Daft Punk) and “Heathens” (twenty one pilots)- Top album
- Trap or Die 3 by Jeezyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them
- New games
- Killing Floor 2
2015
- #1 song
“Hello” by Adeleright behind it: “Hotline Bling” (Drake) and “The Hills” (The Weeknd)- In theaters
- Spectre
- Most read on Wikipedia
Jonah Lomu, New Zealand rugby union player (1975–2015)died November 18
2014
- #1 song
“Shake It Off” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “All About That Bass” (Meghan Trainor) and “Animals” (Maroon 5)- In theaters
- Dumb and Dumber To
- New games
- Grand Theft Auto V · Far Cry 4 · Watch Dogs
2013
- #1 song
“Royals” by Lorderight behind it: “The Monster” (Eminem Featuring Rihanna) and “Wrecking Ball” (Miley Cyrus)- Top album
- The Marshall Mathers LP 2 by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Thor: The Dark World
- In space
- MAVEN launches
2012
- #1 song
“One More Night” by Maroon 5right behind it: “Diamonds” (Rihanna) and “Die Young” (Ke$ha)- In theaters
- The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2
- New games
- Call of Duty: Black Ops II · New Super Mario Bros. U · Nintendo Land
2011
- #1 song
“We Found Love” by Rihanna Featuring Calvin Harrisright behind it: “Sexy And I Know It” (LMFAO) and “Someone Like You” (Adele)- Top album
- Under the Mistletoe by Justin Bieberalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1
2010
- #1 song
- “What's My Name?” by Rihanna Featuring Drakeright behind it: “Like A G6” (Far*East Movement Featuring Cataracs & Dev) and “Just The Way You Are” (Bruno Mars)
- In theaters
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1
- New games
- The Sims 3 · Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 · Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“Fireflies” by Owl Cityright behind it: “Empire State Of Mind” (Jay-Z + Alicia Keys) and “Whatcha Say” (Jason Derulo)- In theaters
- 2012
2008
- #1 song
“Live Your Life” by T.I. Featuring Rihannaright behind it: “Whatever You Like” (T.I.) and “Hot N Cold” (Katy Perry)- Top album
- Twilight: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Quantum of Solace
- New games
- Left 4 Dead · Need for Speed: Undercover · Tomb Raider: Underworld
2007
- #1 song
“Kiss Kiss” by Chris Brown Featuring T-Painright behind it: “No One” (Alicia Keys) and “Apologize” (Timbaland Featuring OneRepublic)- In theaters
- Beowulf
2006
- #1 song
“My Love” by Justin Timberlake Featuring T.I.right behind it: “Smack That” (Akon Featuring Eminem) and “Fergalicious” (Fergie)- In theaters
- Happy Feet
2005
- #1 song
“Gold Digger” by Kanye West Featuring Jamie Foxxright behind it: “Run It!” (Chris Brown) and “My Humps” (The Black Eyed Peas)- In theaters
- Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
2004
- #1 song
“My Boo” by Usher And Alicia Keysright behind it: “Drop It Like It's Hot” (Snoop Dogg Featuring Pharrell) and “Lose My Breath” (Destiny's Child)- In theaters
- National Treasure
- New games
- Mario Party 6
2003
- #1 song
“Baby Boy” by Beyonce Featuring Sean Paulright behind it: “Stand Up” (Ludacris Featuring Shawnna) and “Holidae In” (Chingy Featuring Ludacris & Snoop Dogg)- Top album
Shock'n Y'all by Toby Keithalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Elf
- New games
- Manhunt · XIII · Space Channel 5
2002
- #1 song
“Lose Yourself” by Eminemright behind it: “Work It” (Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott) and “Underneath It All” (No Doubt Featuring Lady Saw)- In theaters
- Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
2001
- #1 song
“Family Affair” by Mary J. Bligeright behind it: “U Got It Bad” (Usher) and “Hero” (Enrique Iglesias)- In theaters
- Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
- New games
- Luigi's Mansion · IL-2 Sturmovik · Super Monkey Ball
2000
- #1 song
“Independent Women Part I” by Destiny's Childright behind it: “With Arms Wide Open” (Creed) and “Kryptonite” (3 Doors Down)- In theaters
- How the Grinch Stole Christmas
- New games
- Rune
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
“Smooth” by Santana Featuring Rob Thomasright behind it: “Back At One” (Brian McKnight) and “Mambo No. 5 (A Little Bit Of...)” (Lou Bega)- In theaters
- The World Is Not Enough
- New games
- Chrono Cross · Alundra 2
1998
- #1 song
“Doo Wop (That Thing)” by Lauryn Hillright behind it: “Lately” (Divine) and “Because Of You” (98 Degrees)- Top album
Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie by Alanis Morissettealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Waterboy
- New games
- A Bug's Life
1997
- #1 song
- “Candle In The Wind 1997/Something About The Way You Look Tonight” by Elton Johnright behind it: “You Make Me Wanna...” (Usher) and “How Do I Live” (LeAnn Rimes)
- Top album
Harlem World by Masealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Jackal
1996
- #1 song
“No Diggity” by BLACKstreet (Featuring Dr. Dre)right behind it: “It's All Coming Back To Me Now” (Celine Dion) and “Un-Break My Heart” (Toni Braxton)- Top album
The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory by Makavelialso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Space Jam
1995
- #1 song
“Fantasy” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Gangsta's Paradise (From "Dangerous Minds")” (Coolio Featuring L.V.) and “Runaway” (Janet Jackson)- In theaters
- GoldenEye
1994
- #1 song
“I'll Make Love To You” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “Here Comes The Hotstepper (From "Ready To Wear")” (Ini Kamoze) and “All I Wanna Do” (Sheryl Crow)- Top album
MTV Unplugged in New York by Nirvanaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Star Trek Generations
- New games
- Donkey Kong Country · Ultima VII: The Black Gate
1993
- #1 song
“I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)” by Meat Loafright behind it: “Again” (Janet Jackson) and “All That She Wants” (Ace Of Base)- In theaters
- Addams Family Values
- New games
- Mega Man 5 · DuckTales 2
1992
- #1 song
“How Do You Talk To An Angel” by The Heightsright behind it: “If I Ever Fall In Love” (Shai) and “I'd Die Without You (From "Boomerang")” (P.M. Dawn)- Top album
Timeless: The Classics by Michael Boltonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Bram Stoker's Dracula
1991
- #1 song
“When A Man Loves A Woman” by Michael Boltonright behind it: “Cream” (Prince And The N.P.G.) and “Set Adrift On Memory Bliss” (P.M. Dawn)- In theaters
- Cape Fear
1990
- #1 song
“Love Takes Time” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “More Than Words Can Say” (Alias) and “I'm Your Baby Tonight” (Whitney Houston)- Top album
To the Extreme by Vanilla Icealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Home Alone
the 1980s
1989
- #1 song
“When I See You Smile” by Bad Englishright behind it: “Blame It On The Rain” (Milli Vanilli) and “Love Shack” (The B-52s)- Top album
Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814 by Janet Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Harlem Nights
1988
- #1 song
“Bad Medicine” by Bon Joviright behind it: “Wild, Wild West” (The Escape Club) and “The Loco-Motion” (Kylie Minogue)- Top album
Rattle and Hum by U2also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Land Before Time
- New games
- Gyruss
1987
- #1 song
“Mony Mony” by Billy Idolright behind it: “(I've Had) The Time Of My Life” (Bill Medley & Jennifer Warnes) and “Heaven Is A Place On Earth” (Belinda Carlisle)- In theaters
- The Running Man
1986
- #1 song
“Human” by The Human Leagueright behind it: “Amanda” (Boston) and “True Blue” (Madonna)- Top album
Third Stage by Bostonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Crocodile Dundee
1985
- #1 song
“We Built This City” by Starshipright behind it: “You Belong To The City” (Glenn Frey) and “Separate Lives” (Phil Collins and Marilyn Martin)- In theaters
- Once Bitten
1984
- #1 song
“Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” by Wham!right behind it: “Purple Rain” (Prince And The Revolution) and “I Feel For You” (Chaka Khan)- Top album
Purple Rain by Princealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Missing in Action
1983
- #1 song
“All Night Long (All Night)” by Lionel Richieright behind it: “Say Say Say” (Paul McCartney And Michael Jackson) and “Uptown Girl” (Billy Joel)- Top album
Synchronicity by The Policealso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Amityville 3-D
1982
- #1 song
“Up Where We Belong” by Joe Cocker And Jennifer Warnesright behind it: “Truly” (Lionel Richie) and “Heart Attack” (Olivia Newton-John)- Top album
Business as Usual by Men at Workalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Empire Strikes Back (1982 Re-issue)
1981
- #1 song
“Physical” by Olivia Newton-Johnright behind it: “Private Eyes” (Daryl Hall John Oates) and “Waiting For A Girl Like You” (Foreigner)- In theaters
- Time Bandits
1980
- #1 song
“Lady” by Kenny Rogersright behind it: “Woman In Love” (Barbra Streisand) and “The Wanderer” (Donna Summer)- In theaters
- Private Benjamin
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“No More Tears (Enough Is Enough)” by Barbra Streisand/Donna Summerright behind it: “Babe” (Styx) and “Still” (Commodores)- Top album
The Long Run by Eaglesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- 10
1978
- #1 song
“MacArthur Park” by Donna Summerright behind it: “Double Vision” (Foreigner) and “How Much I Feel” (Ambrosia)- Top album
52nd Street by Billy Joelalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Magic
1977
- #1 song
“You Light Up My Life” by Debby Booneright behind it: “Boogie Nights” (Heatwave) and “Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue” (Crystal Gayle)- In theaters
- Looking For Mr Goodbar
1976
- #1 song
“Tonight's The Night (Gonna Be Alright)” by Rod Stewartright behind it: “The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald” (Gordon Lightfoot) and “Love So Right” (Bee Gees)- Top album
Songs in the Key of Life by Stevie Wonderalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1975
- #1 song
“That's The Way (I Like It)” by KC And The Sunshine Bandright behind it: “Fly, Robin, Fly” (Silver Convention) and “Who Loves You” (The 4 Seasons)- Top album
Rock of the Westies by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
“I Can Help” by Billy Swanright behind it: “Do It ('til You're Satisfied)” (B.T. Express) and “My Melody Of Love” (Bobby Vinton)- Top album
It's Only Rock 'n' Roll by The Rolling Stonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1973
- #1 song
“Photograph” by Ringo Starrright behind it: “Keep On Truckin' (Part 1)” (Eddie Kendricks) and “Top Of The World” (Carpenters)- Top album
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1972
- #1 song
“I Can See Clearly Now” by Johnny Nashright behind it: “I'd Love You To Want Me” (Lobo) and “I'll Be Around” (The Spinners)- Top album
Catch Bull at Four by Cat Stevensalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1971
- #1 song
“Theme From Shaft” by Isaac Hayesright behind it: “Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves” (Cher) and “Imagine” (John Lennon Plastic Ono Band)- Top album
Santana III by Santanaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1970
- #1 song
“I Think I Love You” by The Partridge Family Starring Shirley Jones Featuring David Cassidyright behind it: “We've Only Just Begun” (Carpenters) and “I'll Be There” (Jackson 5)- Top album
Led Zeppelin III by Led Zeppelinalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
the 1960s
1969
- #1 song
“Wedding Bell Blues” by The 5th Dimensionright behind it: “Take A Letter Maria” (R.B. Greaves) and “Something” (The Beatles)- Top album
Abbey Road by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1968
- #1 song
“Hey Jude” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Love Child” (Diana Ross & The Supremes) and “Those Were The Days” (Mary Hopkin)- Top album
Electric Ladyland by Jimi Hendrix Experiencealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1967
- #1 song
“To Sir With Love” by Luluright behind it: “Soul Man” (Sam & Dave) and “Incense And Peppermints” (Strawberry Alarm Clock)
1966
- #1 song
“You Keep Me Hangin' On” by The Supremesright behind it: “Good Vibrations” (The Beach Boys) and “Winchester Cathedral” (The New Vaudeville Band)- Top album
The Monkees by The Monkeesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1965
- #1 song
- “I Hear A Symphony” by The Supremesright behind it: “1-2-3” (Len Barry) and “Get Off Of My Cloud” (The Rolling Stones)
1964
- #1 song
- “Baby Love” by The Supremesright behind it: “Leader Of The Pack” (The Shangri-Las) and “Come A Little Bit Closer” (Jay & The Americans)
1963
- #1 song
“I'm Leaving It Up To You” by Dale & Graceright behind it: “Washington Square” (The Village Stompers) and “Deep Purple” (Nino Tempo & April Stevens)
1962
- #1 song
- “Big Girls Don't Cry” by The 4 Seasonsright behind it: “Return To Sender” (Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires) and “All Alone Am I” (Brenda Lee)
1961
- #1 song
“Big Bad John” by Jimmy Deanright behind it: “Runaround Sue” (Dion) and “Fool #1” (Brenda Lee)
1960
- #1 song
“Stay” by Maurice Williams & The Zodiacsright behind it: “Are You Lonesome To-night?” (Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires) and “Poetry In Motion” (Johnny Tillotson)
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
“Mack The Knife” by Bobby Darinright behind it: “Mr. Blue” (The Fleetwoods) and “Don't You Know” (Della Reese)
1958
- #1 song
“It's Only Make Believe” by Conway Twittyright behind it: “Tom Dooley” (The Kingston Trio) and “To Know Him, Is To Love Him” (The Teddy Bears)
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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