Popularity comparison

The Thing vs Aliens

Movie Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 9, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Thing is the most popular at 2.6, followed by Aliens at 2.3. The Thing has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 3.2. Aliens has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 16.7 during Aug 10 – Sep 8, 2024.

Current Buzz ScoreJune 8, 2026

The Thing2.653% · #489 in Film

Aliens2.347% · #592 in Film

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Thing3.252% · #307 in Film

Aliens3.048% · #373 in Film

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Thing8.133% · #1,121 in Film · Oct 7 – Nov 5, 2023

Aliens16.767% · #614 in Film · Aug 10 – Sep 8, 2024

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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