Popularity comparison

The Reader vs Taking Lives

Movie Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 1, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Reader is the most popular at 1.2, followed by Taking Lives at 1.2. The Reader has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 1.0. The Reader has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 2.6 during Jan 4 – Feb 2, 2022.

Current Buzz ScoreMay 31, 2026

The Reader1.250% · #1,798 in Film

Taking Lives1.250% · #1,799 in Film

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Reader1.070% · #1,750 in Film

Taking Lives0.430% · #3,588 in Film

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Reader2.653% · #2,700 in Film · Jan 4 – Feb 2, 2022

Taking Lives2.347% · #2,879 in Film · Dec 1 – Dec 30, 2020

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score