Popularity comparison

The Martian vs Arrival

Movie Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedMay 20, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Martian is the most popular at 5.5, followed by Arrival at 3.8. The Martian has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 3.7. Arrival has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 10.0 during Sep 2 – Oct 1, 2023.

Current Buzz ScoreMay 19, 2026

The Martian5.560% · #116 in Film

Arrival3.840% · #222 in Film

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Martian3.752% · #246 in Film

Arrival3.448% · #296 in Film

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Martian9.749% · #959 in Film · Mar 21 – Apr 19, 2026

Arrival10.051% · #940 in Film · Sep 2 – Oct 1, 2023

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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