October 8
on this day, year by year
Here is October 8 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
“Golden” by HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna & REI AMIright behind it: “Ordinary” (Alex Warren) and “Tit For Tat” (Tate McRae)- On Netflix
- Monster: The Ed Gein Story
- Most read on Wikipedia
Ed Gein, American murderer and body snatcher (1906–1984)- New games
- Finding Paradise
2024
- #1 song
“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” by Shaboozeyright behind it: “Birds Of A Feather” (Billie Eilish) and “Timeless” (The Weeknd & Playboi Carti)- Top album
- Mixtape Pluto by Futurealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Joker: Folie à Deux
- On Netflix
- Outer Banks
- New games
- To the Moon · Silent Hill 2
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
- The Exorcist: Believer
- On Netflix
- Lupin
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Hamas, Islamist Palestinian political and paramilitary organizationMore than 260 bodies are found in Re'im, Southern Israel, after Hamas attacked a trance music festival. Foreign nationals are among those killed in the massacre.
2022
- #1 song
“Bad Habit” by Steve Lacyright behind it: “As It Was” (Harry Styles) and “Unholy” (Sam Smith & Kim Petras)- In theaters
- Smile
- On Netflix
- DAHMER
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Jeffrey Dahmer, American serial killer (1960–1994)
2021
- #1 song
“My Universe” by Coldplay x BTSright behind it: “Stay” (The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber) and “Industry Baby” (Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow)- 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)- New games
- Lego Marvel Super Heroes · Metroid Dread · Tetris Effect
2020
- #1 song
“Franchise” by Travis Scott Featuring Young Thug & M.I.A.right behind it: “Dynamite” (BTS) and “WAP” (Cardi B Featuring Megan Thee Stallion)- In theaters
- The War with Grandpa
- Most read on Wikipedia
Mike Pence, Vice President of the United States from 2017 to 2021- New games
- Green Hell · Arabian
2019
- #1 song
“Truth Hurts” by Lizzoright behind it: “Senorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello) and “Someone You Loved” (Lewis Capaldi)- In theaters
- Joker
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Joker, 2019 film by Todd Phillips
- New games
- Concrete Genie · Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair
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
- Blade Runner 2049
2016
- #1 song
“Closer” by The Chainsmokers Featuring Halseyright behind it: “Heathens” (twenty one pilots) and “Cold Water” (Major Lazer Featuring Justin Bieber & MO)- In theaters
- The Girl on the Train
- New games
- Monster Hunter Stories
2015
- #1 song
“The Hills” by The Weekndright behind it: “What Do You Mean?” (Justin Bieber) and “Can't Feel My Face” (The Weeknd)- Top album
- What a Time to Be Alive by Drake and Futurealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Martian
- New games
- Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes
2014
- #1 song
“All About That Bass” by Meghan Trainorright behind it: “Shake It Off” (Taylor Swift) and “Anaconda” (Nicki Minaj)- Top album
- Cheek to Cheek by Tony Bennettalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Gone Girl
- New games
- Spelunky
2013
- #1 song
“Royals” by Lorderight behind it: “Roar” (Katy Perry) and “Wrecking Ball” (Miley Cyrus)- Top album
- Nothing Was the Same by Drakealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Gravity
- New games
- Beyond: Two Souls · Just Dance 2014
2012
- #1 song
“One More Night” by Maroon 5right behind it: “Gangnam Style” (PSY) and “Some Nights” (fun.)- In theaters
- Taken 2
- First aired
- Girls und Panzer premieres
2011
- #1 song
“Moves Like Jagger” by Maroon 5 Featuring Christina Aguileraright behind it: “Someone Like You” (Adele) and “Pumped Up Kicks” (Foster The People)- In theaters
- Real Steel
2010
- #1 song
“Just The Way You Are” by Bruno Marsright behind it: “Teenage Dream” (Katy Perry) and “Love The Way You Lie” (Eminem Featuring Rihanna)- Top album
- You Get What You Give by Zac Brown Bandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Social Network
- New games
- Wii Party · NBA 2K11 · Sid Meier's Pirates!
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“I Gotta Feeling” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “Down” (Jay Sean Featuring Lil Wayne) and “Party In The U.S.A.” (Miley Cyrus)- Top album
- Backspacer by Pearl Jamalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Couples Retreat
2008
- #1 song
“Whatever You Like” by T.I.right behind it: “So What” (P!nk) and “Love Lockdown” (Kanye West)- Top album
- Death Magnetic by Metallicaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Beverly Hills Chihuahua
- New games
- Brothers in Arms: Hell's Highway
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
- The Game Plan
- New games
- Donkey Kong: Barrel Blast
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 Departed
2005
- #1 song
“Gold Digger” by Kanye West Featuring Jamie Foxxright behind it: “Shake It Off” (Mariah Carey) and “Like You” (Bow Wow Featuring Ciara)- Top album
Ten Thousand Fists by Disturbedalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit
- First aired
- Blood+ premieres
2004
- #1 song
“Goodies” by Ciara Featuring Petey Pabloright behind it: “My Boo” (Usher And Alicia Keys) and “Lean Back” (Terror Squad)- Top album
American Idiot by Green Dayalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Shark Tale
- New games
- FIFA Football 2005 · Pikmin 2
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
- School of Rock
- First aired
- The Walking Dead premieres
2002
- #1 song
“A Moment Like This” by Kelly Clarksonright behind it: “Dilemma” (Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowland) and “Gangsta Lovin'” (Eve Featuring Alicia Keys)- Top album
ELV1S: 30#1 Hits by Elvis Presleyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Red Dragon
- New games
- NBA 2K3 · Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee · NBA Live 2003
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
- New games
- Sheep, Dog 'n' Wolf · Project Eden
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
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
“Heartbreaker” by Mariah Carey Featuring Jay-Zright behind it: “Smooth” (Santana Featuring Rob Thomas) and “Unpretty” (TLC)- In theaters
- Double Jeopardy
1998
- #1 song
“The First Night” by Monicaright behind it: “One Week” (Barenaked Ladies) and “I Don't Want To Miss A Thing” (Aerosmith)- Top album
The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill by Lauryn Hillalso on Spotify, YouTube- 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 “How Do I Live” (LeAnn Rimes)
- 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)
- In theaters
- The First Wives Club
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
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
- The Specialist
1993
- #1 song
- “Dreamlover” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Right Here (Human Nature)/Downtown” (SWV) and “Whoomp! (There It Is)” (Tag Team)
- 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
- The Last of the Mohicans
- New games
- Mortal Kombat
1991
- #1 song
“Emotions” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Good Vibrations” (Marky Mark & The Funky Bunch Featuring Loleatta Holloway) and “Do Anything” (Natural Selection)- 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
- Black Rain
1988
- #1 song
“Love Bites” by Def Leppardright behind it: “Red Red Wine” (UB40) and “Don't Worry, Be Happy (From "Cocktail")” (Bobby McFerrin)- In theaters
- Alien Nation
1987
- #1 song
“Here I Go Again” by Whitesnakeright behind it: “Lost In Emotion” (Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam) and “Carrie” (Europe)- In theaters
- Fatal Attraction
1986
- #1 song
“When I Think Of You” by Janet Jacksonright behind it: “Don't Forget Me (When I'm Gone)” (Glass Tiger) and “Two Of Hearts” (Stacey Q)- In theaters
- Crocodile Dundee
- New games
- Bump 'n' Jump
1985
- #1 song
“Oh Sheila” by Ready For The Worldright behind it: “Money For Nothing” (Dire Straits) 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: “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: “Abracadabra” (The Steve Miller Band) and “Hard To Say I'm Sorry” (Chicago)
- Top album
American Fool by John Cougaralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- An Officer and a Gentleman
1981
- #1 song
“Endless Love” by Diana Ross & Lionel Richieright behind it: “Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)” (Christopher Cross) and “Stop Draggin' My Heart Around” (Stevie Nicks With Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers)- 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
- Hopscotch
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
“Star Wars Theme/Cantina Band” by Mecoright behind it: “Keep It Comin' Love” (KC And The Sunshine Band) and “You Light Up My Life” (Debby Boone)- In theaters
- Star Wars
1976
- #1 song
“A Fifth Of Beethoven” by Walter Murphy & The Big Apple Bandright behind it: “Play That Funky Music” (Wild Cherry) and “Lowdown” (Boz Scaggs)- Top album
Frampton Comes Alive! by Peter Framptonalso on Spotify, YouTube
1975
- #1 song
“Bad Blood” by Neil Sedakaright behind it: “I'm Sorry” (John Denver) and “Fame” (David Bowie)- Top album
Wish You Were Here by Pink Floydalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
“I Honestly Love You” by Olivia Newton-Johnright behind it: “Nothing From Nothing” (Billy Preston) and “Then Came You” (Dionne Warwicke & Spinners)- Top album
If You Love Me, Let Me Know by Olivia Newton-Johnalso 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: “Go Away Little Girl” (Donny Osmond) and “Superstar/Bless The Beasts And Children” (Carpenters)- Top album
Every Picture Tells a Story by Rod Stewartalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1970
- #1 song
“Cracklin' Rosie” by Neil Diamondright behind it: “I'll Be There” (Jackson 5) and “Candida” (Dawn)- Top album
Cosmo's Factory by Creedence Clearwater Revivalalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
the 1960s
1969
- #1 song
“Sugar, Sugar” by The Archiesright behind it: “Jean” (Oliver) and “Little Woman” (Bobby Sherman)- Top album
Green River by Creedence Clearwater Revivalalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1968
- #1 song
“Hey Jude” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Harper Valley P.T.A.” (Jeannie C. Riley) 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
“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
“Cherish” by The Associationright behind it: “Reach Out I'll Be There” (Four Tops) and “96 Tears” (? (Question Mark) & The Mysterians)
1965
- #1 song
- “Yesterday” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Hang On Sloopy” (The McCoys) and “Treat Her Right” (Roy Head And The Traits)
1964
- #1 song
- “Oh, Pretty Woman” by Roy Orbison And The Candy Menright behind it: “Do Wah Diddy Diddy” (Manfred Mann) and “Dancing In The Street” (Martha & The Vandellas)
- 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: “Crying” (Roy Orbison) and “Take Good Care Of My Baby” (Bobby Vee)
1960
- #1 song
“Mr. Custer” by Larry Verneright behind it: “Chain Gang” (Sam Cooke) 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: “Put Your Head On My Shoulder” (Paul Anka) and “Mr. Blue” (The Fleetwoods)- In sports
- 1959 World Series: Los Angeles Dodgers
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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