With production pipelines still recovering from COVID-19 shutdowns, the industry took massive risks—releasing blockbusters simultaneously in theaters and on streaming, redefining the "watercooler moment" for the social media age, and watching helplessly as niche foreign-language shows became global juggernauts. Here is the definitive look at the movies, TV shows, music, and digital trends that dominated 2021.
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Other major franchises also made their mark. Daniel Craig's final James Bond outing, "No Time to Die," performed strongly with , proving the spy franchise still held significant appeal. Meanwhile, Vin Diesel's "F9" raced to $726.2 million , and "Venom: Let There Be Carnage" and "Godzilla vs. Kong" also secured top-ten spots, indicating audiences were eager to see familiar heroes and action on the biggest screen possible. Other major franchises also made their mark
In 2021, the "theatrical experience" was redefined. While major studios experimented with simultaneous theatrical and streaming releases, audiences often opted for the convenience of home viewing. Kong" also secured top-ten spots, indicating audiences were
The PS5 and Xbox Series X/S continued to be in high demand, though supply chain issues made them difficult to acquire.
The rise of Roblox and Fortnite as social spaces—where users watched concerts or hung out—led to Facebook rebranding as Meta late in the year.