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In 2001, Contestants are dragged by horses, buried in rats, and soaked while trying to climb around the outside of a car spinning 150 feet over a body of water on the debut of “Fear Factor.”

In 2001, The Game Boy Advance was released in stores.

In 2002, In yet another blow to the production of quality American music, “American Idol” TV series premiered on Fox, mass-producing the likes of teenagers who sing nothing but love songs into the pop music mainstream.

In 2002, The very first episode of “American Idol” aired on Fox Television with hosts Ryan Seacrest and Brian Dunkleman and judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson. (The winner of the first season was Kelly Clarkson.)

In 2004, The critically-panned “Garfield: The Movie” coughed up a giant hairball in theaters in the U.S.A. Not to be confused with "The Garfield Movie" released in 2024.

In 2004, The movies “The Stepford Wives” (remake), “Saved!” (without the bell?), and “The Chronicles of Riddick” (which has nothing to do with Bowe) opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2004, “Napoleon Dynamite,” a low-budget indie film, opened in theaters in the U.S.A. It became a cult classic with its unique brand of humor and an unforgettable cast of characters, epitomizing the underdog story in an idiosyncratic way.

In 2005, Irish Heavyweight Champion Kevin McBride stunned the boxing world with a sixth-round TKO over Mike Tyson. Tyson never came off his stool following the sixth round.

In 2009, The movie “Tetro” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2003, "Les Triplettes de Belleville" was released by Les Armateurs / Production Champion / Vivi Film / France 3 Cinéma / RGP Productions / Canal+ / Sofica Gimages 3 / Cofimage 12 / Telefilm Canada / SODEC / Charente / Région Poitou-Charentes / CNC / Vlaanderen / Nationale Loterij of Belgium / BBC Bristol / BBC Worldwide; Sylvain Chomet (director/screenplay); Béatrice Bonifassi, Lina Boudreault, Michel Robin; Comedy, Drama; Animation

In 2004, "The Chronicles of Riddick" was released by Universal Pictures; David Twohy (director/screenplay); Vin Diesel, Thandie Newton, Karl Urban, Colm Feore, Linus Roache, Keith David, Yorick van Wageningen, Alexa Davalos, Nick Chinlund, Judi Dench, Kim Hawthorne, Christina Cox, Peter Williams, Alexis Llewellyn; Sci-Fi, Action

In 2004, "Garfield: The Movie" was released by 20th Century Fox / Davis Entertainment; Pete Hewitt (director); Joel Cohen, Alec Sokolow (screenplay); Breckin Meyer, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Bill Murray, Stephen Tobolowsky, Evan Arnold, Mark Christopher Lawrence, Eve Brent, Juliette Goglia, Evan Helmuth, Joe Bays, Leyna Nguyen, Joe Ochman, Rufus Gifford, Alan Cumming, Nick Cannon, David Eigenberg, Brad Garrett, Jimmy Kimmel, Debra Messing, Richard Kind, Debra Jo Rupp, Wyatt Smith, Jordan Kaiser, Alyson Stoner; Comedy, Family

In 2004, "Napoleon Dynamite" was released by Fox Searchlight Pictures / Paramount Pictures / MTV Films; Jared Hess (director/screenplay); Jerusha Hess (screenplay); Jon Heder, Jon Gries, Aaron Ruell, Efren Ramirez, Tina Majorino, Diedrich Bader, Sandy Martin, Haylie Duff, Emily Kennard, Shondrella Avery, Ellen Dubin, Trevor Snarr; Independent, Coming-of-age, Comedy

In 2004, "The Stepford Wives" was released by Paramount Pictures / DreamWorks Pictures; Frank Oz (director); Paul Rudnick (screenplay); Nicole Kidman, Matthew Broderick, Bette Midler, Christopher Walken, Roger Bart, Faith Hill, Jon Lovitz, Glenn Close, Matt Malloy, David Marshall Grant, Kate Shindle, Lorri Bagley, Robert Stanton, Mike White, KaDee Strickland, Larry King, Meredith Vieira, Billy Bush, Mary Beth Peil, Dylan Hartigan, Lisa Masters, Christopher Evan Welch, Jason Kravits, C.S. Lee, Andrea Anders, Carrie Preston, Tanoai Reed, Rick Holmes; Black Comedy, Sci-Fi

In 2004, "Zenon: Z3" was released by Buena Vista Television; Steve Rash (director); Stu Krieger (screenplay): Kirsten Storms, Lauren Maltby, Raven-Symoné, Alyson Morgan, Stuart Pankin, Holly Fulger, Glenn McMillan, Ben Easter, Nathan Anderson, Damon Berry, Phumi Mthembu, Joanna Evans, Carol Reynolds, Nikki Joshua; Adventure, Comedy, Family

In 2008, "Encounters at the End of the World" was released by Image Entertainment / ThinkFilm / Discovery Films; Werner Herzog (director/screenplay); Werner Herzog, Peter Zeitlinger, Henry Kaiser; Documentary

In 2009, "Doghouse" was released by Alta Films; Jake West (director); Daniel Schaffer (screenplay); Stephen Graham, Danny Dyer, Noel Clarke, Lee Ingleby, Keith-Lee Castle, Emil Marwa, Neil Maskell, Christina Cole, Terry Stone, Nicola Jane Reading, Jenna Goodwin, Emily Booth, Tree Carr, Ria Knowles, Alison Carroll, Deborah Hyde, Victoria Hopkins, Beryl Nesbitt, Mary Tamm, Billy Murray, Adele Silva, Jessica-Jane Clement, Khemico Lumampao; genre?

U.S. 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Behind These Hazel Eyes” by Kelly Clarkson peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Let Me Go” by 3 Doors Down peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Wait (The Whisper Song)” by Ying Yang Twins peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Hate It Or Love It” by The Game Featuring 50 Cent peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2005, “No Surprise” by Theory Of A Deadman peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

MuchMusic-Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Hate It Or Love It” by The Game Featuring 50 Cent peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2005, “No Surprise” by Theory Of A Deadman peaked at number 6 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “A Glorious Day” by Embrace peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Best Of You” by Foo Fighters peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Blue Orchid” by The White Stripes peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Desire” by Geri Halliwell peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “She Might” by Noise Next Door peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Sorry” by Ben Adams peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Streetcar” by Funeral For A Friend peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “A Little Too Late” by Delta Goodrem peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Best Of You” by Foo Fighters peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Hate It Or Love It” by The Game Featuring 50 Cent peaked at number 21 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Owner Of A Lonely Heart” by Max Graham vs. Yes peaked at number 25 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Hold You Down” by Jennifer Lopez Featuring Fat Joe peaked at number 14 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2005, “No DJz” by Beatrootz peaked at number 17 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “En nu ga je dansen klootzak” by DJ Chuckie Featuring Lloyd and QF and Big Mic and Immoralis peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” by Bad Candy peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Hold You Down” by Jennifer Lopez Featuring Fat Joe peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Hollaback Girl” by Gwen Stefani peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2005, “La tortura” by Shakira Featuring Alejandro Sanz peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Owner Of A Lonely Heart” by Max Graham vs. Yes peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “1 Thing” by Amerie peaked at number 30 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Cannonball” by Emma Varg peaked at number 8 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2005, “My Number One” by Helena Paparizou peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Dubi Dam Dam” by Banaroo peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Ghetto Gospel” by Tupac peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Nur ein Wort” by Wir sind Helden peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Après la tempête (jusq'au bout)” by Slaï peaked at number 18 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Mutoto” by Booka peaked at number 4 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Signs” by Snoop Dogg Featuring Charlie Wilson and Justin Timberlake peaked at number 13 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2005, “À cœur ouvert” by Pierrick Lilliu peaked at number 6 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “1 Thing” by Amerie peaked at number 10 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Lonely No More” by Rob Thomas peaked at number 17 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Speed Of Sound” by Coldplay peaked at number 11 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2005, “This Is The Night” by Jorun Stiansen peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Don't Phunk With My Heart” by Black Eyed Peas peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Girl” by Destiny's Child peaked at number 26 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “La tortura” by Shakira Featuring Alejandro Sanz peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Lonely” by Akon peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Speed Of Sound” by Coldplay peaked at number 22 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Italy 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Don't Phunk With My Heart” by Black Eyed Peas peaked at number 4 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2005, “How Would It Be” by Lene Marlin peaked at number 16 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2005, “La tortura” by Shakira Featuring Alejandro Sanz peaked at number 3 on the Italy pop singles chart.

Finland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “1 Thing” by Amerie peaked at number 5 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Don't Phunk With My Heart” by Black Eyed Peas peaked at number 1 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Go Away Baby” by Goodwill peaked at number 7 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Hollaback Girl” by Gwen Stefani peaked at number 8 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Is That OK?” by Mendez peaked at number 13 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Kaihola” by Kotiteollisuus peaked at number 4 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “La tortura” by Shakira Featuring Alejandro Sanz peaked at number 6 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Life Burns” by Apocalyptica Featuring Lauri Ylönen peaked at number 17 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Owner Of A Lonely Heart” by Max Graham vs. Yes peaked at number 10 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Speed Of Sound” by Coldplay peaked at number 3 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “What Is My Name?” by London MC peaked at number 2 on the Finland pop singles chart.

Spain 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Incomplete” by Backstreet Boys peaked at number 2 on the Spain pop singles chart.

Denmark 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Nasty Girl” by Nitty peaked at number 16 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Speed Of Sound” by Coldplay peaked at number 7 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2005, “These Arms” by Simon Mathew peaked at number 3 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

Belgium 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, 😉🤣 “Axel F” by Crazy Frog peaked at number 1 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Don't Phunk With My Heart” by Black Eyed Peas peaked at number 4 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

Ireland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, 😉🤣 “Axel F” by Crazy Frog peaked at number 1 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Best Of You” by Foo Fighters peaked at number 20 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Hollaback Girl” by Gwen Stefani peaked at number 4 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Speed Of Sound” by Coldplay peaked at number 11 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

Germany 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2005, “Dubi Dam Dam” by Banaroo peaked at number 2 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Ghetto Gospel” by Tupac peaked at number 3 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2005, “Speed Of Sound” by Coldplay peaked at number 19 on the Germany pop singles chart.