October 13
on this day, year by year
Here is October 13 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: “Opalite” (Taylor Swift) and “Elizabeth Taylor” (Taylor Swift)- Top album
- The Life of a Showgirl by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Tron: Ares
- On Netflix
- Monster: The Ed Gein Story
- Most read on Wikipedia
Ed Gein, American murderer and body snatcher (1906–1984)
2024
- #1 song
“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” by Shaboozeyright behind it: “Birds Of A Feather” (Billie Eilish) and “I Had Some Help” (Post Malone Featuring Morgan Wallen)- Top album
- Moon Music by Coldplayalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Terrifier 3
- On Netflix
- Outer Banks
- Most read on Wikipedia
Baba Siddique, Indian politician (1958–2024)died October 12
2023
- #1 song
“Paint The Town Red” by Doja Catright behind it: “Snooze” (SZA) and “Cruel Summer” (Taylor Swift)- Top album
- One Thing at a Time by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour
- On Netflix
- Lupin
- Most read on Wikipedia
Gaza Strip, Autonomous territory in the Middle EastThe Israeli Defense Forces notifies the United Nations that the 1.1 million Palestinians living north of Wadi Gaza in the Gaza Strip have been ordered to relocate to Southern…- New games
- The Coffin of Andy and Leyley · Lords of the Fallen
2022
- #1 song
“Bad Habit” by Steve Lacyright behind it: “Unholy” (Sam Smith & Kim Petras) and “As It Was” (Harry Styles)- In theaters
- Halloween Ends
- On Netflix
- The Watcher
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Jeffrey Dahmer, American serial killer (1960–1994)
- New games
- Chariots of War
2021
- #1 song
“Stay” by The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieberright behind it: “Industry Baby” (Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow) and “Fancy Like” (Walker Hayes)- Top album
- Sincerely, Kentrell by YoungBoy Never Broke Againalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- No Time to Die
- On Netflix
- Squid Game
- Most read on Wikipedia
Squid Game, South Korean television series (2021–2025)
2020
- #1 song
“Savage Love (Laxed - Siren Beat)” by Jawsh 685 x Jason Deruloright behind it: “Dynamite” (BTS) and “WAP” (Cardi B Featuring Megan Thee Stallion)- Top album
- Savage Mode II by 21 Savagealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The War with Grandpa
- Most read on Wikipedia
Amy Coney Barrett, US Supreme Court justice since 2020- New games
- Remothered: Broken Porcelain
2019
- #1 song
“HIGHEST IN THE ROOM” by Travis Scottright behind it: “Truth Hurts” (Lizzo) and “Senorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello)- Top album
- SuperM – The 1st Mini Album by SuperMalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Joker
2018
- #1 song
“Girls Like You” by Maroon 5 Featuring Cardi Bright behind it: “Mona Lisa” (Lil Wayne Featuring Kendrick Lamar) and “Lucid Dreams” (Juice WRLD)- Top album
- Tha Carter V by Lil Waynealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Venom
- Most read on Wikipedia
Tunnel, Underground passage made for traffic
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
“Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)” by Cardi Bright behind it: “Rockstar” (Post Malone Featuring 21 Savage) and “Look What You Made Me Do” (Taylor Swift)- Top album
- Wonderful Wonderful by The Killersalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Happy Death Day
- Most read on Wikipedia
Harvey Weinstein, American film producer and sex offender (born 1952)- New games
- The Evil Within 2
2016
- #1 song
“Closer” by The Chainsmokers Featuring Halseyright behind it: “Heathens” (twenty one pilots) and “Starboy” (The Weeknd Featuring Daft Punk)- Top album
- Illuminate by Shawn Mendesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Accountant
- New games
- Until Dawn: Rush of Blood · Batman: Arkham VR
2015
- #1 song
“The Hills” by The Weekndright behind it: “What Do You Mean?” (Justin Bieber) and “Hotline Bling” (Drake)- In theaters
- The Martian
2014
- #1 song
“All About That Bass” by Meghan Trainorright behind it: “Shake It Off” (Taylor Swift) and “Black Widow” (Iggy Azalea Featuring Rita Ora)- Top album
- Bringing Back the Sunshine by Blake Sheltonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Gone Girl
- New games
- Exerion
2013
- #1 song
“Royals” by Lorderight behind it: “Roar” (Katy Perry) and “Wrecking Ball” (Miley Cyrus)- In theaters
- Gravity
- New games
- Skylanders: Swap Force
2012
- #1 song
“One More Night” by Maroon 5right behind it: “Gangnam Style” (PSY) and “Some Nights” (fun.)- In theaters
- Taken 2
2011
- #1 song
“Someone Like You” by Adeleright behind it: “Moves Like Jagger” (Maroon 5 Featuring Christina Aguilera) and “Pumped Up Kicks” (Foster The People)- In theaters
- Real Steel
- First aired
- Guilty Crown premieres
2010
- #1 song
“Just The Way You Are” by Bruno Marsright behind it: “Like A G6” (Far*East Movement Featuring Cataracs & Dev) and “Teenage Dream” (Katy Perry)- Top album
- Hemingway's Whiskey by Kenny Chesneyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Social Network
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“Down” by Jay Sean Featuring Lil Wayneright behind it: “Party In The U.S.A.” (Miley Cyrus) and “Run This Town” (Jay-Z, Rihanna & Kanye West)- Top album
- Love Is the Answer by Barbra Streisandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Couples Retreat
2008
- #1 song
“Live Your Life” by T.I. Featuring Rihannaright behind it: “Whatever You Like” (T.I.) and “So What” (P!nk)- Top album
- Paper Trail by T.I.also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Beverly Hills Chihuahua
- New games
- Dead Space · World of Goo · Secret of Mana
2007
- #1 song
“Crank That (Soulja Boy)” by Soulja Boy Tell'emright behind it: “Stronger” (Kanye West) and “Gimme More” (Britney Spears)- Top album
- Still Feels Good by Rascal Flattsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Why Did I Get Married?
2006
- #1 song
“SexyBack” by Justin Timberlakeright behind it: “Money Maker” (Ludacris Featuring Pharrell) and “Lips Of An Angel” (Hinder)- Top album
- Release Therapy by Ludacrisalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Grudge 2
- New games
- Gothic 3 · Microsoft Flight Simulator X · Stronghold Legends
2005
- #1 song
“Gold Digger” by Kanye West Featuring Jamie Foxxright behind it: “Shake It Off” (Mariah Carey) and “Photograph” (Nickelback)- Top album
All Jacked Up by Gretchen Wilsonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Fog
2004
- #1 song
“Goodies” by Ciara Featuring Petey Pabloright behind it: “My Boo” (Usher And Alicia Keys) and “Lean Back” (Terror Squad)- Top album
Feels Like Today by Rascal Flattsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Shark Tale
2003
- #1 song
“Baby Boy” by Beyonce Featuring Sean Paulright behind it: “Shake Ya Tailfeather” (Nelly, P. Diddy & Murphy Lee) and “Get Low” (Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz Featuring Ying Yang Twins)- Top album
Speakerboxxx/The Love Below by OutKastalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Kill Bill: Volume 1
2002
- #1 song
“Dilemma” by Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowlandright behind it: “A Moment Like This” (Kelly Clarkson) and “Gangsta Lovin'” (Eve Featuring Alicia Keys)- Top album
ELV1S: 30#1 Hits by Elvis Presleyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Red Dragon
2001
- #1 song
“Fallin'” by Alicia Keysright behind it: “I'm Real” (Jennifer Lopez Featuring Ja Rule) and “Where The Party At” (Jagged Edge With Nelly)- In theaters
- Training Day
2000
- #1 song
“Come On Over Baby (All I Want Is You)” by Christina Aguileraright behind it: “Music” (Madonna) and “Give Me Just One Night (Una Noche)” (98 Degrees)- In theaters
- Meet the Parents
- New games
- Mario Party 2
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
“Heartbreaker” by Mariah Carey Featuring Jay-Zright behind it: “Music Of My Heart” ('N Sync & Gloria Estefan) and “Smooth” (Santana Featuring Rob Thomas)- Top album
Human Clay by Creedalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Double Jeopardy
- New games
- Army Men: Air Attack
1998
- #1 song
“One Week” by Barenaked Ladiesright behind it: “The First Night” (Monica) and “I Don't Want To Miss A Thing” (Aerosmith)- In theaters
- Antz
1997
- #1 song
- “Candle In The Wind 1997/Something About The Way You Look Tonight” by Elton Johnright behind it: “4 Seasons Of Loneliness” (Boyz II Men) and “You Make Me Wanna...” (Usher)
- Top album
You Light Up My Life: Inspirational Songs by LeAnn Rimesalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Kiss the Girls
1996
- #1 song
- “Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)” by Los Del Rioright behind it: “I Love You Always Forever” (Donna Lewis) and “It's All Coming Back To Me Now” (Celine Dion)
- Top album
From the Muddy Banks of the Wishkah by Nirvanaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Ghost and the Darkness
1995
- #1 song
“Fantasy” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Gangsta's Paradise (From "Dangerous Minds")” (Coolio Featuring L.V.) and “You Are Not Alone” (Michael Jackson)- In theaters
- Seven
- New games
- Mortal Kombat 3
1994
- #1 song
“I'll Make Love To You” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “All I Wanna Do” (Sheryl Crow) and “Endless Love” (Luther Vandross & Mariah Carey)- In theaters
- Pulp Fiction
1993
- #1 song
- “Dreamlover” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Right Here (Human Nature)/Downtown” (SWV) and “The River Of Dreams” (Billy Joel)
- In theaters
- Demolition Man
1992
- #1 song
“End Of The Road (From "Boomerang")” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “Sometimes Love Just Ain't Enough” (Patty Smyth) and “Jump Around” (House Of Pain)- In theaters
- Under Siege
1991
- #1 song
“Emotions” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Do Anything” (Natural Selection) and “Romantic” (Karyn White)- In theaters
- The Fisher King
1990
- #1 song
“Praying For Time” by George Michaelright behind it: “Close To You” (Maxi Priest) and “I Don't Have The Heart” (James Ingram)- Top album
Step by Step by New Kids on the Blockalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Marked for Death
the 1980s
1989
- #1 song
“Miss You Much” by Janet Jacksonright behind it: “Cherish” (Madonna) and “Girl I'm Gonna Miss You” (Milli Vanilli)- In theaters
- Look Who's Talking
1988
- #1 song
“Red Red Wine” by UB40right behind it: “Love Bites” (Def Leppard) and “Groovy Kind Of Love” (Phil Collins)- Top album
New Jersey by Bon Jovialso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Alien Nation
1987
- #1 song
“Lost In Emotion” by Lisa Lisa And Cult Jamright behind it: “U Got The Look” (Prince) and “Carrie” (Europe)- In theaters
- Fatal Attraction
1986
- #1 song
“When I Think Of You” by Janet Jacksonright behind it: “Typical Male” (Tina Turner) and “True Colors” (Cyndi Lauper)- In theaters
- Crocodile Dundee
1985
- #1 song
“Take On Me” by a-haright behind it: “Saving All My Love For You” (Whitney Houston) and “Part-Time Lover” (Stevie Wonder)- Top album
Brothers in Arms by Dire Straitsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Commando
1984
- #1 song
“I Just Called To Say I Love You” by Stevie Wonderright behind it: “Let's Go Crazy” (Prince And The Revolution) and “Drive” (The Cars)- Top album
Purple Rain by Princealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Teachers
1983
- #1 song
“Total Eclipse Of The Heart” by Bonnie Tylerright behind it: “Making Love Out Of Nothing At All” (Air Supply) and “King Of Pain” (The Police)- Top album
Synchronicity by The Policealso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Never Say Never Again
1982
- #1 song
- “Jack & Diane” by John Cougarright behind it: “Who Can It Be Now?” (Men At Work) and “Eye In The Sky” (The Alan Parsons Project)
- Top album
American Fool by John Cougaralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- An Officer and a Gentleman
1981
- #1 song
“Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)” by Christopher Crossright behind it: “Endless Love” (Diana Ross & Lionel Richie) and “Start Me Up” (The Rolling Stones)- Top album
Tattoo You by The Rolling Stonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Paternity
1980
- #1 song
“Another One Bites The Dust” by Queenright behind it: “Woman In Love” (Barbra Streisand) and “Upside Down” (Diana Ross)- In theaters
- Private Benjamin
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Rise” (Herb Alpert) and “Sad Eyes” (Robert John)- Top album
In Through the Out Door by Led Zeppelinalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Starting Over
1978
- #1 song
“Kiss You All Over” by Exileright behind it: “Hot Child In The City” (Nick Gilder) and “Boogie Oogie Oogie” (A Taste Of Honey)- In theaters
- Animal House
1977
- #1 song
“You Light Up My Life” by Debby Booneright behind it: “Keep It Comin' Love” (KC And The Sunshine Band) and “Nobody Does It Better” (Carly Simon)- In theaters
- Star Wars
1976
- #1 song
- “Disco Duck (Part I)” by Rick Dees & His Cast Of Idiotsright behind it: “A Fifth Of Beethoven” (Walter Murphy & The Big Apple Band) and “Lowdown” (Boz Scaggs)
- Top album
Songs in the Key of Life by Stevie Wonderalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1975
- #1 song
“Bad Blood” by Neil Sedakaright behind it: “I'm Sorry” (John Denver) and “Miracles” (Jefferson Starship)
1974
- #1 song
“Nothing From Nothing” by Billy Prestonright behind it: “Then Came You” (Dionne Warwicke & Spinners) and “You Haven't Done Nothin” (Stevie Wonder)- Top album
Not Fragile by Bachman-Turner Overdrivealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1973
- #1 song
“Half-Breed” by Cherright behind it: “Ramblin Man” (The Allman Brothers Band) and “Let's Get It On” (Marvin Gaye)
1972
- #1 song
“Ben” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Use Me” (Bill Withers) and “Everybody Plays The Fool” (The Main Ingredient)
1971
- #1 song
“Maggie May/Reason To Believe” by Rod Stewartright behind it: “Superstar/Bless The Beasts And Children” (Carpenters) and “Yo-Yo” (The Osmonds)- Top album
Every Picture Tells a Story by Rod Stewartalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1970
- #1 song
“I'll Be There” by Jackson 5right behind it: “Cracklin' Rosie” (Neil Diamond) and “Green-Eyed Lady” (Sugarloaf)- Top album
Cosmo's Factory by Creedence Clearwater Revivalalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
the 1960s
1969
- #1 song
“I Can't Get Next To You” by The Temptationsright behind it: “Hot Fun In The Summertime” (Sly & The Family Stone) and “Sugar, Sugar” (The Archies)- Top album
Green River by Creedence Clearwater Revivalalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1968
- #1 song
“Hey Jude” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Fire” (The Crazy World Of Arthur Brown) and “Little Green Apples” (O.C. Smith)- Top album
Cheap Thrills by Big Brother and the Holding Companyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1967
- #1 song
“The Letter” by The Box Topsright behind it: “Never My Love” (The Association) and “To Sir With Love” (Lulu)- Top album
Ode to Billie Joe by Bobbie Gentryalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1966
- #1 song
“Reach Out I'll Be There” by Four Topsright behind it: “Cherish” (The Association) and “96 Tears” (? (Question Mark) & The Mysterians)
1965
- #1 song
- “Yesterday” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Treat Her Right” (Roy Head And The Traits) and “Hang On Sloopy” (The McCoys)
1964
- #1 song
“Do Wah Diddy Diddy” by Manfred Mannright behind it: “Dancing In The Street” (Martha & The Vandellas) and “Oh, Pretty Woman” (Roy Orbison And The Candy Men)- Top album
A Hard Day's Night by The Beatles / Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1963
- #1 song
“Sugar Shack” by Jimmy Gilmer And The Fireballsright behind it: “Be My Baby” (The Ronettes) and “Blue Velvet” (Bobby Vinton)- Top album
My Son, the Nut by Allan Shermanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1962
- #1 song
- “Sherry” by The 4 Seasonsright behind it: “Monster Mash” (Bobby "Boris" Pickett And The Crypt-Kickers) and “Ramblin' Rose” (Nat King Cole)
1961
- #1 song
“Hit The Road Jack” by Ray Charles and his Orchestraright behind it: “Runaround Sue” (Dion) and “Bristol Stomp” (The Dovells)
1960
- #1 song
“Save The Last Dance For Me” by The Driftersright behind it: “My Heart Has A Mind Of Its Own” (Connie Francis) and “Chain Gang” (Sam Cooke)- In sports
- 1960 World Series: Pittsburgh Pirates
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
“Mack The Knife” by Bobby Darinright behind it: “Put Your Head On My Shoulder” (Paul Anka) and “Mr. Blue” (The Fleetwoods)
1958
- #1 song
“It's All In The Game” by Tommy Edwardsright behind it: “Rock-in Robin” (Bobby Day) and “Bird Dog” (The Everly Brothers)
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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