REEL-Y GOOD MOVIES
The summer 2023 cinematic double-feature meme that pitted Greta Gerwig’s pink pastel comedy against Christopher Nolan’s atomic drama.
Barbenheimer
Released during early lockdowns in March 2020, this chaotic Netflix docuseries centered on eccentric big cat breeder Joe Exotic.
Tiger King
In March 2021, a giant container ship named the Ever Given made global news after running aground and blocking this crucial trade waterway for six days.
The Suez Canal
Her record-shattering "Eras Tour," which launched in 2023, became the first concert tour in history to cross $1 billion in gross revenue.
Taylor Swift
Lionel Messi captained this South American country to a dramatic victory over France in the 2022 FIFA World Cup final.
Argentina
At the Oscars in early 2020, this South Korean thriller directed by Bong Joon-ho made history by becoming the first non-English language film to win Best Picture.
Parasite
Acquired by The New York Times in early 2022, this daily 5-letter word puzzle took over social media with its green, yellow, and gray square grids.
Wordle
In May 2023, the formal coronation of this British monarch took place at Westminster Abbey following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II in late 2022.
King Charles III
This pop star dominated the summer 2024 airwaves with her hit single "Espresso" and her album Short n' Sweet.
Sabrina Carpenter
After more than a decade of waiting, Rockstar Games set internet records in late 2023 by releasing the first trailer for this upcoming open-world title.
GTA VI
Directed by Denis Villeneuve, this epic sci-fi sequel brought audiences back to the desert planet Arrakis in early 2024.
Dune: Part Two
This dystopian South Korean drama about desperate contestants playing lethal playground games became Netflix’s most-watched series debut ever in late 2021.
Squid Game
Launched by OpenAI in November 2022, this conversational AI model reached 100 million active users faster than almost any app in history.
ChatGPT
This teenage pop sensation broke global streaming records in 2021 with her debut smash single "Drivers License" and her album Sour.
Olivia Rodrigo
At the Paris 2024 Olympics, this Turkish air pistol shooter went viral around the world for his casual attire, lack of specialized lenses, and hand-in-pocket style to win silver.
Yusuf Dikeç
At the 2022 Academy Awards, this heartwarming story about a culturally Deaf family became the first movie from a streaming service (Apple TV+) to win Best Picture.
CODA
Played by Jenna Ortega in a hit 2022 series, this Addams Family character sparked a massive viral TikTok dance trend set to Lady Gaga’s song "Bloody Mary".
Wednesday Addams
On April 8, 2024, millions across North America gathered to witness this rare celestial event as the moon completely blocked out the sun along a narrow path.
Total Solar Eclipse
In May 2024, a high-profile hip-hop beef peaked when Kendrick Lamar dropped this chart-topping diss track directed at Drake.
"Not Like Us"
In February 2026, the Seattle Seahawks captured their second Lombardi Trophy by defeating this AFC team in Super Bowl LX held at Levi's Stadium.
New England Patriots
This 2024 Pixar sequel became the highest-grossing animated film of all time after introducing new emotions like Anxiety and Envy inside Riley's head.
Inside Out 2
Set in a chaotic Chicago Italian beef joint, this FX/Hulu comedy-drama series swept major Emmy Awards for stars Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebiri.
The Bear
In February 2026, northern Italy hosted the XXV Winter Olympic Games across venues centered around these two co-host cities.
Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo? (Accept Milano-Cortina)
In late 2023, this legendary British rock band released "Now and Then," billed as their final official song, created using AI technology to restore John Lennon's vocal track.
The Beatles
Nintendo released this critically acclaimed sequel to Breath of the Wild in 2023, introducing new building mechanics via the "Ultrahand" ability.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom