Popularity comparison

Arrival vs The Martian

Movie Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 29, 2026

By current Buzz Score, Arrival is the most popular at 4.7, followed by The Martian at 3.8. The Martian has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 3.9. Arrival has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 10.0 during Sep 2 – Oct 1, 2023.

Current Buzz ScoreJune 28, 2026

Arrival4.755% · #154 in Film

The Martian3.845% · #240 in Film

1-Year AverageDaily average

Arrival3.447% · #283 in Film

The Martian3.953% · #232 in Film

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

Arrival10.051% · #954 in Film · Sep 2 – Oct 1, 2023

The Martian9.749% · #973 in Film · Mar 21 – Apr 19, 2026

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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