October 22
on this day, year by year
Here is October 22 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 “Golden” (HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna & REI AMI)- Top album
- The Life of a Showgirl by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Black Phone 2
- On Netflix
- The Monster of Florence
- New games
- Dispatch
2024
- #1 song
“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” by Shaboozeyright behind it: “Birds Of A Feather” (Billie Eilish) and “Espresso” (Sabrina Carpenter)- Top album
- Beautifully Broken by Jelly Rollalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Smile 2
- On Netflix
- The Lincoln Lawyer
2023
- #1 song
“Cruel Summer” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Paint The Town Red” (Doja Cat) and “Snooze” (SZA)- In theaters
- Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour
- On Netflix
- The Fall of the House of Usher
- Most read on Wikipedia
- 2023 Cricket World Cup, 13th edition of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup
2022
- #1 song
“Bad Habit” by Steve Lacyright behind it: “Unholy” (Sam Smith & Kim Petras) and “As It Was” (Harry Styles)- In theaters
- Black Adam
- On Netflix
- The Watcher
2021
- #1 song
“Industry Baby” by Lil Nas X & Jack Harlowright behind it: “Stay” (The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber) and “Fancy Like” (Walker Hayes)- Top album
- Certified Lover Boy by Drakealso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- Dune
- On Netflix
- You
- Most read on Wikipedia
Alec Baldwin, American actor (born 1958)
2020
- #1 song
“Mood” by 24kGoldn Featuring iann diorright behind it: “WAP” (Cardi B Featuring Megan Thee Stallion) and “Laugh Now Cry Later” (Drake Featuring Lil Durk)- Top album
- Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon by Pop Smokealso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- Honest Thief
2019
- #1 song
“Truth Hurts” by Lizzoright behind it: “Senorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello) and “Someone You Loved” (Lewis Capaldi)- Top album
- AI YoungBoy 2 by YoungBoy Never Broke Againalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Maleficent: Mistress of Evil
- Most read on Wikipedia
2019 Canadian federal election- New games
- WWE 2K20
2018
- #1 song
“Girls Like You” by Maroon 5 Featuring Cardi Bright behind it: “ZEZE” (Kodak Black Featuring Travis Scott & Offset) and “Lucid Dreams” (Juice WRLD)- Top album
- A Star Is Born by Lady Gagaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Halloween
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)- Top album
- Perception by NFalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Boo 2! A Madea Halloween
2016
- #1 song
“Closer” by The Chainsmokers Featuring Halseyright behind it: “Starboy” (The Weeknd Featuring Daft Punk) and “Heathens” (twenty one pilots)- In theaters
- Boo! A Madea Halloween
- New games
- Rhythm Heaven Megamix
2015
- #1 song
“The Hills” by The Weekndright behind it: “Hotline Bling” (Drake) and “What Do You Mean?” (Justin Bieber)- Top album
- Unbreakable by Janet Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- 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
- Old Boots, New Dirt by Jason Aldeanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Fury
- New games
- Retry
2013
- #1 song
“Royals” by Lorderight behind it: “Wrecking Ball” (Miley Cyrus) and “Roar” (Katy Perry)- In theaters
- Gravity
- New games
- Lego Marvel Super Heroes · Rocksmith 2014
2012
- #1 song
“One More Night” by Maroon 5right behind it: “Gangnam Style” (PSY) and “I Knew You Were Trouble.” (Taylor Swift)- In theaters
- Paranormal Activity 4
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)- Top album
- Clear as Day by Scotty McCreeryalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Paranormal Activity 3
2010
- #1 song
“Just The Way You Are” by Bruno Marsright behind it: “Like A G6” (Far*East Movement Featuring Cataracs & Dev) and “Just A Dream” (Nelly)- Top album
- Bullets in the Gun by Toby Keithalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Paranormal Activity 2
- New games
- Professor Layton and the Unwound Future · DJ Hero 2
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“3” by Britney Spearsright behind it: “Down” (Jay Sean Featuring Lil Wayne) and “Party In The U.S.A.” (Miley Cyrus)- Top album
- Crazy Love by Michael Bubléalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Paranormal Activity
- New games
- FIFA 10 · Forza Motorsport 3 · Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story
2008
- #1 song
“Womanizer” by Britney Spearsright behind it: “Whatever You Like” (T.I.) and “Live Your Life” (T.I. Featuring Rihanna)- Top album
- Paper Trail by T.I.also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Max Payne
- In space
- Chandrayaan-1 launches
2007
- #1 song
“Crank That (Soulja Boy)” by Soulja Boy Tell'emright behind it: “Stronger” (Kanye West) and “Apologize” (Timbaland Featuring OneRepublic)- Top album
- Rock N Roll Jesus by Kid Rockalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- 30 Days of Night
- New games
- The Sims 2: Castaway
2006
- #1 song
“Money Maker” by Ludacris Featuring Pharrellright behind it: “SexyBack” (Justin Timberlake) and “Lips Of An Angel” (Hinder)- Top album
- Still the Same… Great Rock Classics of Our Time by Rod Stewartalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Prestige
2005
- #1 song
“Gold Digger” by Kanye West Featuring Jamie Foxxright behind it: “Photograph” (Nickelback) and “Shake It Off” (Mariah Carey)- Top album
All the Right Reasons by Nickelbackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Doom
2004
- #1 song
“Goodies” by Ciara Featuring Petey Pabloright behind it: “My Boo” (Usher And Alicia Keys) and “Lean Back” (Terror Squad)- Top album
50 Number Ones by George Straitalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Grudge
- New games
- Total Club Manager 2005 · Sega Superstars
2003
- #1 song
“Baby Boy” by Beyonce Featuring Sean Paulright behind it: “Get Low” (Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz Featuring Ying Yang Twins) and “Shake Ya Tailfeather” (Nelly, P. Diddy & Murphy Lee)- Top album
Chicken*N*Beer by Ludacrisalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Texas Chainsaw Massacre
2002
- #1 song
“Dilemma” by Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowlandright behind it: “Gangsta Lovin'” (Eve Featuring Alicia Keys) and “A Moment Like This” (Kelly Clarkson)- Top album
ELV1S: 30#1 Hits by Elvis Presleyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Ring
2001
- #1 song
“I'm Real” by Jennifer Lopez Featuring Ja Ruleright behind it: “Fallin'” (Alicia Keys) and “Family Affair” (Mary J. Blige)- Top album
Pain Is Love by Ja Rulealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- From Hell
- New games
- Stronghold · Aliens Versus Predator 2
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)- In theaters
- Meet the Parents
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
“Smooth” by Santana Featuring Rob Thomasright behind it: “Heartbreaker” (Mariah Carey Featuring Jay-Z) and “Music Of My Heart” ('N Sync & Gloria Estefan)- Top album
Human Clay by Creedalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Best Man
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
- Pleasantville
- New games
- LSD: Dream Emulator
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)- In theaters
- I Know What You Did Last Summer
1996
- #1 song
- “Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)” by Los Del Rioright behind it: “It's All Coming Back To Me Now” (Celine Dion) and “No Diggity” (BLACKstreet (Featuring Dr. Dre))
- In theaters
- Sleepers
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 “Endless Love” (Luther Vandross & Mariah Carey)- In theaters
- Pulp Fiction
1993
- #1 song
- “Dreamlover” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Just Kickin' It” (Xscape) and “I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)” (Meat Loaf)
- In theaters
- The Beverly Hillbillies
1992
- #1 song
“End Of The Road (From "Boomerang")” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “Sometimes Love Just Ain't Enough” (Patty Smyth) and “Erotica” (Madonna)- In theaters
- Under Siege
- New games
- Lemmings · Maniac Mansion · Tiny Toon Adventures
1991
- #1 song
“Emotions” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Do Anything” (Natural Selection) and “Romantic” (Karyn White)- In theaters
- Other People's Money
1990
- #1 song
“Black Cat” by Janet Jacksonright behind it: “I Don't Have The Heart” (James Ingram) and “Ice Ice Baby” (Vanilla Ice)- 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: “Sowing The Seeds Of Love” (Tears For Fears) and “Listen To Your Heart” (Roxette)- Top album
Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814 by Janet Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Look Who's Talking
1988
- #1 song
“Groovy Kind Of Love” by Phil Collinsright behind it: “Red Red Wine” (UB40) and “What's On Your Mind (Pure Energy)” (Information Society)- Top album
New Jersey by Bon Jovialso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers
1987
- #1 song
“Bad” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Causing A Commotion” (Madonna) and “U Got The Look” (Prince)- In theaters
- Fatal Attraction
1986
- #1 song
“True Colors” by Cyndi Lauperright behind it: “Typical Male” (Tina Turner) and “When I Think Of You” (Janet Jackson)- Top album
Slippery When Wet by Bon Jovialso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Crocodile Dundee
1985
- #1 song
“Saving All My Love For You” by Whitney Houstonright behind it: “Part-Time Lover” (Stevie Wonder) and “Take On Me” (a-ha)- 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: “Caribbean Queen (No More Love On The Run)” (Billy Ocean) and “Hard Habit To Break” (Chicago)- 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 “Islands In The Stream” (Kenny Rogers Duet With Dolly Parton)- 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
- First Blood
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
- The French Lieutenant's Woman
1980
- #1 song
- “Woman In Love” by Barbra Streisandright behind it: “Another One Bites The Dust” (Queen) and “He's So Shy” (The Pointer Sisters)
- In theaters
- Private Benjamin
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“Rise” by Herb Alpertright behind it: “Pop Muzik” (M) and “Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough” (Michael Jackson)- Top album
In Through the Out Door by Led Zeppelinalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- 10
1978
- #1 song
“Hot Child In The City” by Nick Gilderright behind it: “You Needed Me” (Anne Murray) and “Reminiscing” (Little River Band)- In theaters
- Animal House
1977
- #1 song
“You Light Up My Life” by Debby Booneright behind it: “Nobody Does It Better” (Carly Simon) and “That's Rock 'N' Roll” (Shaun Cassidy)- In theaters
- Star Wars
1976
- #1 song
“If You Leave Me Now” by Chicagoright behind it: “Disco Duck (Part I)” (Rick Dees & His Cast Of Idiots) and “A Fifth Of Beethoven” (Walter Murphy & The Big Apple Band)- 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)- In sports
- 1975 World Series: Cincinnati Reds
1974
- #1 song
“Then Came You” by Dionne Warwicke & Spinnersright behind it: “You Haven't Done Nothin” (Stevie Wonder) and “You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet/Free Wheelin'” (Bachman-Turner Overdrive)- Top album
Can't Get Enough by Barry Whitealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1973
- #1 song
“Midnight Train To Georgia” by Gladys Knight And The Pipsright behind it: “Angie” (The Rolling Stones) and “Half-Breed” (Cher)
1972
- #1 song
“My Ding-A-Ling” by Chuck Berryright behind it: “Burning Love” (Elvis Presley) and “Nights In White Satin” (The Moody Blues)- In sports
- 1972 World Series: Oakland Athletics
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)
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: “Little Green Apples” (O.C. Smith) and “Fire” (The Crazy World Of Arthur Brown)- 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: “The Letter” (The Box Tops) and “Never My Love” (The Association)
1966
- #1 song
“Reach Out I'll Be There” by Four Topsright behind it: “96 Tears” (? (Question Mark) & The Mysterians) and “Last Train To Clarksville” (The Monkees)- Top album
The Supremes A' Go-Go by The Supremesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1965
- #1 song
- “Yesterday” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Treat Her Right” (Roy Head And The Traits) and “A Lover's Concerto” (The Toys)
1964
- #1 song
“Do Wah Diddy Diddy” by Manfred Mannright behind it: “Dancing In The Street” (Martha & The Vandellas) and “Last Kiss” (J. Frank Wilson and The Cavaliers)- 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 “Deep Purple” (Nino Tempo & April Stevens)- Top album
Peter, Paul and Mary by Peter, Paul and Maryalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1962
- #1 song
“Monster Mash” by Bobby "Boris" Pickett And The Crypt-Kickersright behind it: “He's A Rebel” (The Crystals) and “Do You Love Me” (The Contours)
1961
- #1 song
“Runaround Sue” by Dionright behind it: “Bristol Stomp” (The Dovells) and “Big Bad John” (Jimmy Dean)
1960
- #1 song
“I Want To Be Wanted” by Brenda Leeright behind it: “Save The Last Dance For Me” (The Drifters) and “The Twist” (Chubby Checker)
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 “Tom Dooley” (The Kingston Trio)
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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