November 3
on this day, year by year
Here is November 3 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
- Black Phone 2
- On Netflix
- The Witcher
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
- Venom: The Last Dance
- On Netflix
- Beauty in Black
2023
- #1 song
“Cruel Summer” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Paint The Town Red” (Doja Cat) and “Snooze” (SZA)- Top album
- One More Time... by Blink-182also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Five Nights at Freddy's
- On Netflix
- All the Light We Cannot See
- Most read on Wikipedia
- 2023 Cricket World Cup, 13th edition of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup
- New games
- WarioWare: Move It!
2022
- #1 song
“Anti-Hero” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Lavender Haze” (Taylor Swift) and “Maroon” (Taylor Swift)- In theaters
- Black Adam
- On Netflix
- Manifest
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
- Certified Lover Boy by Drakealso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- Dune
- On Netflix
- Squid Game
2020
- #1 song
“Positions” by Ariana Granderight behind it: “Forever After All” (Luke Combs) and “Mood” (24kGoldn Featuring iann dior)- Top album
- What You See Is What You Get by Luke Combsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Come Play
- Most read on Wikipedia
2020 United States presidential election, Election of Joe Biden2020 United States presidential election, 2020 United States election protests
2019
- #1 song
“Lose You To Love Me” by Selena Gomezright behind it: “Someone You Loved” (Lewis Capaldi) and “Circles” (Post Malone)- Top album
- Jesus Is King by Kanye Westalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Terminator: Dark Fate
- Most read on Wikipedia
Henry V of England, King of England from 1413 to 1422
2018
- #1 song
“Girls Like You” by Maroon 5 Featuring Cardi Bright behind it: “Sicko Mode” (Travis Scott) and “Lucid Dreams” (Juice WRLD)- Top album
- A Star Is Born by Lady Gagaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Bohemian Rhapsody
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
“Rockstar” by Post Malone Featuring 21 Savageright behind it: “Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)” (Cardi B) and “1-800-273-8255” (Logic Featuring Alessia Cara & Khalid)- In theaters
- Thor: Ragnarok
- New games
- Call of Duty: WWII · Kirby Battle Royale
2016
- #1 song
“Closer” by The Chainsmokers Featuring Halseyright behind it: “Starboy” (The Weeknd Featuring Daft Punk) and “Heathens” (twenty one pilots)- In theaters
- Doctor Strange
- Most read on Wikipedia
Chicago Cubs, Major League Baseball franchise- New games
- Football Manager 2017
2015
- #1 song
“The Hills” by The Weekndright behind it: “Hotline Bling” (Drake) and “What Do You Mean?” (Justin Bieber)- Top album
- Pentatonix by Pentatonixalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Martian
- New games
- Need for Speed · Anno 2205 · Norn9
2014
- #1 song
“All About That Bass” by Meghan Trainorright behind it: “Shake It Off” (Taylor Swift) and “Habits (Stay High)” (Tove Lo)- Top album
- .5: The Gray Chapter by Slipknotalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Nightcrawler
2013
- #1 song
“Royals” by Lorderight behind it: “Roar” (Katy Perry) and “Wrecking Ball” (Miley Cyrus)- In theaters
- Ender's Game
2012
- #1 song
“One More Night” by Maroon 5right behind it: “Gangnam Style” (PSY) and “Some Nights” (fun.)- Top album
- Night Train by Jason Aldeanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Wreck-It Ralph
2011
- #1 song
- “Someone Like You” by Adeleright behind it: “We Found Love” (Rihanna Featuring Calvin Harris) and “Moves Like Jagger” (Maroon 5 Featuring Christina Aguilera)
- In theaters
- Puss in Boots
2010
- #1 song
“Like A G6” by Far*East Movement Featuring Cataracs & Devright behind it: “Just The Way You Are” (Bruno Mars) and “Only Girl (In The World)” (Rihanna)- Top album
- The Incredible Machine by Sugarlandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Saw 3D
- New games
- Centipede · James Bond 007: Blood Stone · GoldenEye 007
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“Fireflies” by Owl Cityright behind it: “Whatcha Say” (Jason Derulo) and “Down” (Jay Sean Featuring Lil Wayne)- In theaters
- Michael Jackson's This Is It
- New games
- Dragon Age: Origins · Need for Speed: Nitro · Band Hero
2008
- #1 song
“Whatever You Like” by T.I.right behind it: “Live Your Life” (T.I. Featuring Rihanna) and “If I Were A Boy” (Beyonce)- In theaters
- High School Musical 3: Senior Year
- New games
- Mount & Blade
2007
- #1 song
“Crank That (Soulja Boy)” by Soulja Boy Tell'emright behind it: “Kiss Kiss” (Chris Brown Featuring T-Pain) and “Apologize” (Timbaland Featuring OneRepublic)- In theaters
- American Gangster
2006
- #1 song
“Money Maker” by Ludacris Featuring Pharrellright behind it: “Smack That” (Akon Featuring Eminem) and “Lips Of An Angel” (Hinder)- Top album
Press Play by P. Diddyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Borat
- New games
- Rule of Rose · Rappelz
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
- Chicken Little
- New games
- Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones · Clubhouse Games
2004
- #1 song
“My Boo” by Usher And Alicia Keysright behind it: “Goodies” (Ciara Featuring Petey Pablo) and “Lose My Breath” (Destiny's Child)- Top album
- Stardust: The Great American Songbook, Volume III by Rod Stewartalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Grudge
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
Measure of a Man by Clay Aikenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Scary Movie 3
2002
- #1 song
“Lose Yourself” by Eminemright behind it: “Dilemma” (Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowland) and “Work It” (Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott)- In theaters
- The Santa Clause 2
- New games
- Spyro: Enter the Dragonfly
2001
- #1 song
“Family Affair” by Mary J. Bligeright behind it: “I'm Real” (Jennifer Lopez Featuring Ja Rule) and “Fallin'” (Alicia Keys)- Top album
- God Bless America: For the Benefit of the Twin Towers Fund by Various Artistsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Monsters, Inc.
- First aired
- Totally Spies! premieres
2000
- #1 song
“Come On Over Baby (All I Want Is You)” by Christina Aguileraright behind it: “Music” (Madonna) and “With Arms Wide Open” (Creed)- Top album
Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water by Limp Bizkitalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Charlie's Angels
- New games
- Chicken Run · Metropolis Street Racer
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
- “Smooth” by Santana Featuring Rob Thomasright behind it: “Satisfy You” (Puff Daddy Featuring R. Kelly) and “Heartbreaker” (Mariah Carey Featuring Jay-Z)
- Top album
Supernatural by Santanaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- House on Haunted Hill
- New games
- Delta Force 2 · Clock Tower II: The Struggle Within
1998
- #1 song
“The First Night” by Monicaright behind it: “One Week” (Barenaked Ladies) and “How Deep Is Your Love” (Dru Hill Featuring Redman)- In theaters
- Vampires
- New games
- Wipeout 64
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
The Firm – The Album by The Firmalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- I Know What You Did Last Summer
1996
- #1 song
“No Diggity” by BLACKstreet (Featuring Dr. Dre)right behind it: “It's All Coming Back To Me Now” (Celine Dion) and “I Love You Always Forever” (Donna Lewis)- In theaters
- Romeo + Juliet
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
- Get Shorty
1994
- #1 song
“I'll Make Love To You” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “All I Wanna Do” (Sheryl Crow) and “Secret” (Madonna)- In theaters
- Stargate
1993
- #1 song
“I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)” by Meat Loafright behind it: “All That She Wants” (Ace Of Base) and “Just Kickin' It” (Xscape)- In theaters
- The Nightmare Before Christmas
1992
- #1 song
“End Of The Road (From "Boomerang")” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “How Do You Talk To An Angel” (The Heights) and “I'd Die Without You (From "Boomerang")” (P.M. Dawn)- In theaters
- Under Siege
1991
- #1 song
- “Cream” by Prince And The N.P.G.right behind it: “Romantic” (Karyn White) and “Can't Stop This Thing We Started” (Bryan Adams)
- In theaters
- The People Under the Stairs
1990
- #1 song
“Ice Ice Baby” by Vanilla Iceright behind it: “Black Cat” (Janet Jackson) and “Love Takes Time” (Mariah Carey)- Top album
Step by Step by New Kids on the Blockalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Jacob's Ladder
the 1980s
1989
- #1 song
“Listen To Your Heart” by Roxetteright behind it: “Cover Girl” (New Kids On The Block) and “Miss You Much” (Janet Jackson)- Top album
Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814 by Janet Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Look Who's Talking
1988
- #1 song
“Kokomo (From"Cocktail" )” by The Beach Boysright behind it: “Wild, Wild West” (The Escape Club) and “Groovy Kind Of Love” (Phil Collins)- Top album
New Jersey by Bon Jovialso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- They Live
1987
- #1 song
“I Think We're Alone Now” by Tiffanyright behind it: “Causing A Commotion” (Madonna) and “Mony Mony” (Billy Idol)- Top album
Tunnel of Love by Bruce Springsteenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Fatal Attraction
1986
- #1 song
- “Amanda” by Bostonright behind it: “I Didn't Mean To Turn You On” (Robert Palmer) and “True Colors” (Cyndi Lauper)
- Top album
Third Stage by Bostonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Crocodile Dundee
1985
- #1 song
“Miami Vice Theme” by Jan Hammerright behind it: “Part-Time Lover” (Stevie Wonder) and “Head Over Heels” (Tears For Fears)- In theaters
- Death Wish 3
- New games
- Xanadu
1984
- #1 song
“Caribbean Queen (No More Love On The Run)” by Billy Oceanright behind it: “I Just Called To Say I Love You” (Stevie Wonder) and “Purple Rain” (Prince And The Revolution)- Top album
Purple Rain by Princealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Terminator
1983
- #1 song
“Islands In The Stream” by Kenny Rogers Duet With Dolly Partonright behind it: “All Night Long (All Night)” (Lionel Richie) and “Total Eclipse Of The Heart” (Bonnie Tyler)- Top album
Synchronicity by The Policealso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Deal of the Century
1982
- #1 song
“Up Where We Belong” by Joe Cocker And Jennifer Warnesright behind it: “Who Can It Be Now?” (Men At Work) and “Heart Attack” (Olivia Newton-John)- Top album
American Fool by John Cougaralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- First Blood
1981
- #1 song
- “Private Eyes” by Daryl Hall John Oatesright behind it: “Start Me Up” (The Rolling Stones) and “Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)” (Christopher Cross)
- Top album
Tattoo You by The Rolling Stonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Halloween II
1980
- #1 song
“Woman In Love” by Barbra Streisandright behind it: “Lady” (Kenny Rogers) and “He's So Shy” (The Pointer Sisters)- In theaters
- Private Benjamin
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“Pop Muzik” by Mright behind it: “Heartache Tonight” (Eagles) and “Dim All The Lights” (Donna Summer)- Top album
The Long Run by Eaglesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- 10
1978
- #1 song
“You Needed Me” by Anne Murrayright behind it: “MacArthur Park” (Donna Summer) and “Reminiscing” (Little River Band)- Top album
Living in the USA by Linda Ronstadtalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Midnight Express
1977
- #1 song
“You Light Up My Life” by Debby Booneright behind it: “Nobody Does It Better” (Carly Simon) and “Boogie Nights” (Heatwave)- In theaters
- Oh, God!
1976
- #1 song
“Rock'n Me” by Steve Millerright behind it: “Disco Duck (Part I)” (Rick Dees & His Cast Of Idiots) and “The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald” (Gordon Lightfoot)- Top album
Songs in the Key of Life by Stevie Wonderalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1975
- #1 song
“Island Girl” by Elton Johnright behind it: “Lyin' Eyes” (Eagles) and “I'm Sorry” (John Denver)- Top album
Rock of the Westies by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
- “You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet/Free Wheelin'” by Bachman-Turner Overdriveright behind it: “Jazzman” (Carole King) and “Whatever Gets You Thru The Night” (John Lennon With The Plastic Ono Nuclear Band)
- Top album
Wrap Around Joy by Carole Kingalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1973
- #1 song
“Midnight Train To Georgia” by Gladys Knight And The Pipsright behind it: “Angie” (The Rolling Stones) and “Keep On Truckin' (Part 1)” (Eddie Kendricks)- In space
- Mariner 10 launches
1972
- #1 song
“I Can See Clearly Now” by Johnny Nashright behind it: “Nights In White Satin” (The Moody Blues) and “My Ding-A-Ling” (Chuck Berry)
1971
- #1 song
“Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves” by Cherright behind it: “Theme From Shaft” (Isaac Hayes) and “Maggie May/Reason To Believe” (Rod Stewart)
1970
- #1 song
“I'll Be There” by Jackson 5right behind it: “We've Only Just Begun” (Carpenters) and “Fire And Rain” (James Taylor)- 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: “Suspicious Minds” (Elvis Presley) and “Come Together/Something” (The Beatles)- Top album
Abbey Road by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1968
- #1 song
“Hey Jude” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Those Were The Days” (Mary Hopkin) and “Love Child” (Diana Ross & The Supremes)- Top album
Cheap Thrills by Big Brother and the Holding Companyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1967
- #1 song
“To Sir With Love” by Luluright behind it: “Soul Man” (Sam & Dave) and “It Must Be Him” (Vikki Carr)
1966
- #1 song
“Last Train To Clarksville” by The Monkeesright behind it: “96 Tears” (? (Question Mark) & The Mysterians) and “Poor Side Of Town” (Johnny Rivers)
1965
- #1 song
“Get Off Of My Cloud” by The Rolling Stonesright behind it: “A Lover's Concerto” (The Toys) and “Yesterday” (The Beatles)
1964
- #1 song
“Baby Love” by The Supremesright behind it: “Last Kiss” (J. Frank Wilson and The Cavaliers) and “Do Wah Diddy Diddy” (Manfred Mann)
1963
- #1 song
“Sugar Shack” by Jimmy Gilmer And The Fireballsright behind it: “Deep Purple” (Nino Tempo & April Stevens) and “Washington Square” (The Village Stompers)
1962
- #1 song
“He's A Rebel” by The Crystalsright behind it: “Only Love Can Break A Heart” (Gene Pitney) and “Do You Love Me” (The Contours)
1961
- #1 song
“Big Bad John” by Jimmy Deanright behind it: “Runaround Sue” (Dion) and “Bristol Stomp” (The Dovells)
1960
- #1 song
“Save The Last Dance For Me” by The Driftersright behind it: “I Want To Be Wanted” (Brenda Lee) 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 “Put Your Head On My Shoulder” (Paul Anka)
1958
- #1 song
“It's All In The Game” by Tommy Edwardsright behind it: “It's Only Make Believe” (Conway Twitty) and “Topsy II” (Cozy Cole)
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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