Here are the Most Popular Movies of 2025 According to IMDb

As 2025 draws to a close, IMDb has released its annual list of the year’s most popular films. The ranking is based on the site’s MOVIEmeter data, which tracks the actual page views of more than 250 million monthly visitors worldwide rather than just critical scores or box office numbers.

From massive superhero reboots to critically acclaimed thrillers, these are the ten movies that captured the world’s attention this year.

Superman
James Gunn’s highly anticipated reboot of the DC Universe officially landed at the top of the charts. While superhero fatigue has been a talking point in recent years, this film proved there is still plenty of love for the Man of Steel. David Corenswet’s portrayal of Clark Kent won over audiences, dominating the conversation for weeks after its July release.

One Battle After Another
Paul Thomas Anderson’s latest film was a massive hit with both critics and audiences, securing its place as a modern classic. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Sean Penn, the film follows a former revolutionary forced back into a chaotic life to protect his daughter. It has been hailed as a masterpiece of paranoia and action, currently streaming on HBO Max after a successful theatrical run.

Jurassic World: Rebirth
Dinosaurs continue to be a box office draw, with this standalone sequel raking in over $870 million globally. Directed by Gareth Edwards, the film brought a fresh perspective to the franchise by casting Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali. It proved that even seven films in, the appetite for prehistoric chaos hasn’t gone extinct.

Weapons
Horror fans flocked to Zach Cregger’s sophisticated and terrifying mystery. The plot centers on a small town where an entire classroom of children vanishes at the exact same time, leaving only one student behind. With a stellar cast including Josh Brolin and Julia Garner, it became one of the year’s most discussed genre films.

Sinners
Ryan Coogler delivered a supernatural epic that smashed records to become one of the highest-grossing horror films in history. Combining vampire mythology with a period setting, the movie was praised for its unique style and atmosphere. It spent months in the top tiers of IMDb’s popularity charts and is already generating serious Oscar buzz.

Frankenstein
Guillermo del Toro’s lifelong passion project finally arrived on Netflix this November and became an instant cultural phenomenon. Jacob Elordi transformed into the Creature for a gothic tale of forgiveness that deviated significantly from the original novel. The film remained at the number one spot on streaming charts for weeks.

Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning
Tom Cruise returned for what was billed as the spectacular conclusion to Ethan Hunt’s journey. As expected, the film delivered high-octane stunts and practical effects that drove millions of fans to look up the production details. It stands as a fitting send-off for one of cinema’s most enduring action heroes.

Thunderbolts*
Marvel’s ensemble of anti-heroes and reformed villains managed to carve out a significant space in the cultural conversation. Featuring a ragtag team sent on dangerous missions, the film offered a grittier side of the MCU that resonated with viewers. It held its ground firmly in the top 10 throughout its theatrical window.

Happy Gilmore 2
Nostalgia proved to be a powerful force this year as Adam Sandler returned to the golf course for this long-awaited sequel. Released on Netflix, the film drew massive viewership numbers from fans eager to see Happy settle his grudges once more. It was one of the few straight-to-streaming comedies to crack the year’s top list.

F1
Round out the list is the high-speed racing drama that put audiences right in the cockpit. The production was noted for its groundbreaking realism and filming techniques during actual Grand Prix weekends. It captured the intensity of the sport and drove significant traffic to IMDb as viewers researched the real-world tech behind the movie.

Which of these blockbusters was your favorite movie of the year? Let us know your top picks in the comments.