As the curtain falls on 2023, Google is providing a fascinating peek into the movies that had audiences hitting the search bar in droves.
The search engine giant has revealed its list of the top trending movies of the year, shedding light on what captured and sustained the interest of viewers throughout the cinematic journey of 2023.
1. Barbie
Topping the list is none other than Greta Gerwig’s much-talked-about film, Barbie. The movie, featuring the iconic doll’s cinematic debut, not only conquered the box office but also dominated the online searches, making it the most trending movie on Google in 2023.
2. Oppenheimer
Following closely in the footsteps of “Barbie” is Oppenheimer, another noteworthy release that took audiences by storm. Released side by side on July 21, the tandem release of Barbie and Oppenheimer turned into a cinematic event known as “Barbenheimer.” The buzz around this dual feature was fueled by memes and discussions, making it a trending topic for months leading up to the films’ debut.
The top trending movies list also includes Sound of Freedom, Oscar-winner Everything Everywhere All at Once, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Creed 3, John Wick: Chapter 4, Five Nights at Freddy’s, and Cocaine Bear.
3. Sound of Freedom
Based on the real story of Tim Ballard, Sound of Freedom is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged film that is both socially relevant and artistically impressive.
4. Everything Everywhere All at Once
Nine out of the ten films on Google’s top trending searches were released in 2023, with one exception being the Best Picture winner Everything Everywhere All at Once, which hit theaters in 2022 but garnered Oscars glory in March 2023.
5. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
It is safe to say that this is the only Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film that has not disappointed fans this year.
6. The Super Mario Bros. Movie
The Super Mario Bros. secures a spot on the list, showcasing the enduring popularity of beloved video game characters on the big screen.
7. Creed 3
The third installment of the beloved Rocky spin-off was an impressive outing on Michael B. Jordan as he delivered a strong action-packed sequel.
8. John Wick: Chapter 4
The WickVerse continues to win over audiences with its thrilling chapters. The latest part has already gotten studios working on various spin-offs.
9. Five Nights at Freddy’s
This beloved indie horror game had a good run in cinema with many fans hoping for a sequel.
10. Cocaine Bear
Notably absent from the list are major franchise films such as Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny and Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One. These omissions align with broader 2023 box office trends, where certain blockbuster releases underperformed expectations. Such is the case as how Elizabeth Bank’s bizarre Cocaine Bear made it onto the Google’s top 10 trending list.
