The Martian vs Life of Pi

Popularity by Buzz Score · Updated July 8, 2026

×The Martian4.5Buzz Score · #130 in Film

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×Life of Pi3.9Buzz Score · #162 in Film

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The Martian is more popular today

	The Martian	Life of Pi
1-Year AverageDaily average	3.9#227 in Film	2.6#464 in Film
Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average	9.7#985 in FilmMar 21 – Apr 19, 2026	10.8#909 in FilmApr 18 – May 17, 2020

Buzz Score Over Time

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Share of all Buzz ScoreThe Martian40%of all Buzz ScoreLife of Pi60%of all Buzz Score

The Martian40%

Life of Pi60%

By current Buzz Score, The Martian is the most popular at 4.5, followed by Life of Pi at 3.9. The Martian has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 3.9. Life of Pi has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 10.8 during Apr 18 – May 17, 2020.