October 30
on this day, year by year
Here is October 30 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 Asset
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Trey Yesavage, American baseball player (born 2003)
- New games
- ARC Raiders
2024
- #1 song
“Love Somebody” by Morgan Wallenright behind it: “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” (Shaboozey) and “Birds Of A Feather” (Billie Eilish)- In theaters
- Venom: The Last Dance
- On Netflix
- Beauty in Black
- Most read on Wikipedia
Teri Garr, American actress (1944–2024)died October 29- In sports
- 2024 World Series: Los Angeles Dodgers
- New games
- Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket
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
Matthew Perry, American and Canadian actor (1969–2023)died October 28- New games
- Resident Evil Village
2022
- #1 song
“Anti-Hero” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Lavender Haze” (Taylor Swift) and “Maroon” (Taylor Swift)- In theaters
- Black Adam
- On Netflix
- From Scratch
- Most read on Wikipedia
Canadian Premier League, Professional soccer league in Canada
2021
- #1 song
“Easy On Me” by Adeleright behind it: “Stay” (The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber) and “Industry Baby” (Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow)- In theaters
- Dune
- On Netflix
- Squid Game
- Most read on Wikipedia
Puneeth Rajkumar, Indian Kannada actor and film producer (1975–2021)died October 29
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)- In theaters
- Come Play
- New games
- The Dark Pictures Anthology: Little Hope · Visage
2019
- #1 song
“Someone You Loved” by Lewis Capaldiright behind it: “Truth Hurts” (Lizzo) and “Senorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello)- Top album
- AI YoungBoy 2 by YoungBoy Never Broke Againalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Joker
- Most read on Wikipedia
John Witherspoon, American actor (1942–2019)died October 29- In sports
- 2019 World Series: Washington Nationals
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
- Halloween
- New games
- Call of Cthulhu
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
- Jigsaw
- Most read on Wikipedia
Kevin Spacey, American actor (born 1959)- New games
- MudRunner
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
2015
- #1 song
“The Hills” by The Weekndright behind it: “Hotline Bling” (Drake) and “What Do You Mean?” (Justin Bieber)- In theaters
- The Martian
- Most read on Wikipedia
Dulce María, Mexican singer and actress (born 1985)- New games
- Crossy Road · Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water · Zwift
2014
- #1 song
“All About That Bass” by Meghan Trainorright behind it: “Shake It Off” (Taylor Swift) and “Bang Bang” (Jessie J, Ariana Grande & Nicki Minaj)- Top album
- Anything Goes by Florida Georgia Linealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Nightcrawler
- New games
- Shin Megami Tensei IV
2013
- #1 song
“Royals” by Lorderight behind it: “Roar” (Katy Perry) and “Wrecking Ball” (Miley Cyrus)- In theaters
- Bad Grandpa
- In sports
- 2013 World Series: Boston Red Sox
- New games
- Wii Sports Club · Advance Wars: Days of Ruin · Football Manager 2014
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
- Argo
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 “Just A Dream” (Nelly)- Top album
- I Am Not a Human Being by Lil Waynealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Saw 3D
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“Down” by Jay Sean Featuring Lil Wayneright behind it: “Whatcha Say” (Jason Derulo) and “Party In The U.S.A.” (Miley Cyrus)- Top album
- Crazy Love by Michael Bubléalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Michael Jackson's This Is It
- New games
- Wii Fit Plus · FIFA Manager 10 · Football Manager 2010
2008
- #1 song
“Whatever You Like” by T.I.right behind it: “Live Your Life” (T.I. Featuring Rihanna) and “So What” (P!nk)- Top album
- Lucky Old Sun by Kenny Chesneyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- High School Musical 3: Senior Year
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
- Saw IV
- New games
- The Simpsons Game · Ben 10: Protector of Earth · The Sims 2: Castaway
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
- Saw III
- New games
- Need for Speed: Carbon · Pokémon Ranger · Widelands
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
- Saw II
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
50 Number Ones by George Straitalso 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 “Get Low” (Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz Featuring Ying Yang Twins)- Top album
Measure of a Man by Clay Aikenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Scary Movie 3
2002
- #1 song
“Dilemma” by Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowlandright behind it: “Lose Yourself” (Eminem) and “Hey Ma” (Cam'Ron Featuring Juelz Santana, Freekey Zekey & Toya)- In theaters
- Jackass: The Movie
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
- K-PAX
- New games
- Civilization III · 4x4 Evo 2 · Smuggler's Run 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)- Top album
Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water by Limp Bizkitalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Meet the Parents
- New games
- FIFA 2001
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
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
- Grim Fandango · Formula 1 98
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
You Light Up My Life: Inspirational Songs by LeAnn Rimesalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- I Know What You Did Last Summer
- New games
- Aero Fighters Assault
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))
- Top album
Recovering the Satellites by Counting Crowsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- 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
- New games
- Hexen: Beyond Heretic · Virtua Fighter 2
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
- “Dreamlover” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)” (Meat Loaf) and “All That She Wants” (Ace Of Base)
- Top album
Bat Out of Hell II: Back into Hell by Meat Loafalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Nightmare Before Christmas
- New games
- Ridge Racer
1992
- #1 song
“End Of The Road (From "Boomerang")” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “Sometimes Love Just Ain't Enough” (Patty Smyth) and “I'd Die Without You (From "Boomerang")” (P.M. Dawn)- In theaters
- Under Siege
- New games
- Shin Megami Tensei · Landstalker
1991
- #1 song
“Romantic” by Karyn Whiteright behind it: “Emotions” (Mariah Carey) and “Cream” (Prince And The N.P.G.)- In theaters
- House Party 2
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
- Graveyard Shift
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
- Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers
1987
- #1 song
“Bad” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Causing A Commotion” (Madonna) and “I Think We're Alone Now” (Tiffany)- In theaters
- Fatal Attraction
- New games
- Bubble Bobble · Joust · Wonder Boy in Monster Land
1986
- #1 song
“True Colors” by Cyndi Lauperright behind it: “Typical Male” (Tina Turner) and “I Didn't Mean To Turn You On” (Robert Palmer)- Top album
Third Stage by Bostonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Crocodile Dundee
- New games
- Vampire Killer
1985
- #1 song
“Part-Time Lover” by Stevie Wonderright behind it: “Miami Vice Theme” (Jan Hammer) and “Saving All My Love For You” (Whitney Houston)- In theaters
- Jagged Edge
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
- Never Say Never Again
1982
- #1 song
“Who Can It Be Now?” by Men At Workright behind it: “Jack & Diane” (John Cougar) 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: “Start Me Up” (The Rolling Stones) and “Private Eyes” (Daryl Hall John Oates)- 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: “Another One Bites The Dust” (Queen) 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
“If You Leave Me Now” by Chicagoright behind it: “Disco Duck (Part I)” (Rick Dees & His Cast Of Idiots) and “Rock'n Me” (Steve Miller)- 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: “I'm Sorry” (John Denver) and “Miracles” (Jefferson Starship)- Top album
Red Octopus by Jefferson Starshipalso on Spotify, YouTube
1974
- #1 song
“You Haven't Done Nothin” by Stevie Wonderright behind it: “You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet/Free Wheelin'” (Bachman-Turner Overdrive) and “Jazzman” (Carole King)
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)
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
“Maggie May/Reason To Believe” by Rod Stewartright behind it: “Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves” (Cher) and “Yo-Yo” (The Osmonds)
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
“Suspicious Minds” by Elvis Presleyright behind it: “Wedding Bell Blues” (The 5th Dimension) and “Sugar, Sugar” (The Archies)- 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 “Little Green Apples” (O.C. Smith)- 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
- “Yesterday” by The Beatlesright behind it: “A Lover's Concerto” (The Toys) and “Get Off Of My Cloud” (The Rolling Stones)
1964
- #1 song
“Baby Love” by The Supremesright behind it: “Do Wah Diddy Diddy” (Manfred Mann) and “Last Kiss” (J. Frank Wilson and The Cavaliers)
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
“Runaround Sue” by Dionright behind it: “Bristol Stomp” (The Dovells) and “Big Bad John” (Jimmy Dean)
1960
- #1 song
“Save The Last Dance For Me” by The Driftersright behind it: “I Want To Be Wanted” (Brenda Lee) and “My Heart Has A Mind Of Its Own” (Connie Francis)
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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