TrendTube Year Recap 2025: The Videos That Captivated the World
A data-driven look at the biggest trending videos, top channels, and global patterns from December 2025. From superhero trailers to gaming content, see what dominated YouTube worldwide.
As 2025 comes to a close, we analyzed trending data from 111 countries to reveal what captivated global audiences. From superhero trailers to gaming phenomena, here’s what dominated YouTube’s trending charts.
Data Snapshot: December 2025
This recap covers December 17-30, 2025, analyzing 14,261 unique videos, 7,593 channels, and over 550,000 trending entries across 111 countries. We tracked 103 scrape sessions to capture the pulse of global YouTube trends.
By The Numbers
Top 10 Trending Videos
These videos dominated trending charts across the most countries during our tracking period.
#1: Supergirl | Official Teaser Trailer
Channel: DC | Category: Entertainment | Views: 16.4M
The DCU’s Supergirl teaser took the crown, trending in 66 countries simultaneously and appearing on trending charts for all 12 days of our tracking period. The trailer for the Milly Alcock-led film generated massive global excitement.
#2: The Odyssey | Official Trailer
Channel: Universal Pictures | Category: Entertainment | Views: 28M
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey trailer achieved the highest peak reach of any video, trending in 91 countries at once. In just 8 days, it racked up 636 total trending appearances.
#3: The Boys - Final Season Teaser Trailer
Channel: Prime Video | Category: Entertainment | Views: 9.1M
The final season announcement for Amazon’s hit superhero satire trended for 12 consecutive days across 56 countries, proving the show’s massive global fanbase.
#4: Stranger Things 5 | Volume 2 Trailer
Channel: Netflix | Category: Entertainment | Views: 16.4M
Netflix’s Stranger Things finale trailer exploded, reaching 78 countries at its peak. The anticipation for the final season drove consistent trending across virtually every major market.
#5: JUJUTSU KAISEN The Culling Game | Official Trailer
Channel: Crunchyroll | Category: Film & Animation | Views: 6.2M
Anime continues its global dominance. The Jujutsu Kaisen movie trailer trended in 80 countries, showcasing anime’s universal appeal across cultures.
#6-10: The Rest of the Top 10
| Rank | Video | Channel | Peak Countries | Views |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man | Netflix | 64 | 6.9M |
| 7 | STEEL BALL RUN JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure | Netflix Anime | 56 | 3.2M |
| 8 | 1000 Players Simulate Civilization | MrBeast Gaming | 97 | 16M |
| 9 | Top Christmas Songs Playlist | Christmas Songs & Carols | 46 | 4M |
| 10 | Minecraft Speedrunner VS 3 Hunters REVIVAL | Dream | 54 | 6.3M |
Key Insight: Trailers Dominate
7 of the top 10 trending videos were trailers for upcoming movies or TV shows. The remaining 3 were gaming content. Entertainment and Gaming ruled December 2025.
Top Channels of 2025
These channels generated the most trending appearances across all countries:
The Streaming Giants
Netflix dominated with 5 trending videos generating 7,535 total appearances. But DC achieved remarkable efficiency - a single video (Supergirl) generated 6,503 appearances alone.
The Gaming Powerhouses
| Channel | Country | Trending Videos | Total Appearances |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brawl Stars | Finland | 4 | 5,018 |
| MrBeast Gaming | USA | 2 | 4,187 |
| Wemmbu | - | 3 | 3,996 |
| Dream | USA | 3 | 2,834 |
| CaylusBlox | USA | 17 | 2,738 |
Volume Champions
Some channels trended through sheer output:
- ElAbrahaham (Mexico): 18 trending videos
- CaylusBlox (USA): 17 trending videos
- IGN (USA): 16 trending videos
- Foltyn: 14 trending videos
- Mix Sabrosura (Chile): 14 trending videos
Category Breakdown
What types of content dominated YouTube trending globally?
Gaming Dominates
Nearly half of all trending content was Gaming. The category’s strength comes from:
- Massive gaming creator ecosystems (MrBeast Gaming, Dream, etc.)
- Mobile gaming content for global audiences
- Roblox and Minecraft content for younger viewers
- Esports and gaming news
Music Stays Strong
Music held steady at 30.6%, driven by:
- K-pop releases (BABYMONSTER, Stray Kids, BTS)
- Christmas music playlists
- Regional music scenes (Latin, Arabic, Indian)
Category Champions
The top-performing video in each major category:
| Category | Video | Channel | Views |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entertainment | Dhurandhar Trailer | JioStudios | 69M |
| Gaming | 1 Pro vs 500 Hunters | MrBeast Gaming | 16.9M |
| Music | PSYCHO M/V | BABYMONSTER | 87.1M |
| Film & Animation | Tu Meri Main Tera Trailer | Dharma Productions | 28.7M |
Global vs Local: The Reach Spectrum
Most Global Videos
These videos transcended borders, trending in the most countries:
| Video | Countries | Notable Regions |
|---|---|---|
| 1000 Players Simulate Civilization | 99 | Every major market |
| The Odyssey Trailer | 91 | Massive in Europe, Americas |
| JUJUTSU KAISEN Trailer | 80 | Strong across Asia, Americas |
| Stranger Things 5 Trailer | 78 | Global Netflix reach |
| Peaky Blinders Teaser | 70 | European-led but global |
Regional Exclusives
High-performing videos that only trended in 1 country reveal local tastes:
| Video | Country | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Ishq Jalakar (Dhurandhar) | Qatar | 42.4M |
| Ya Borracho | Paraguay | 22.5M |
| KUSURA BAKMA | Iraq | 21.5M |
| BREGA FUNK DOS ROSA | Portugal | 16.8M |
| Sasirekha (Telugu Song) | Qatar | 16M |
Cultural Insight
Regional exclusives often feature local music, Bollywood content, or language-specific entertainment. These videos can generate massive views while only appearing in trending for specific markets.
Shorts vs Regular Videos
YouTube Shorts made up only 1.3% of trending content, but some performed exceptionally:
Top Trending Shorts
| Short | Channel | Views |
|---|---|---|
| DIGITAL CIRCUS EP 7 TRAILER | GLITCH | 13.2M |
| The Devil Wears Prada 2 Teaser | 20th Century Studios | 7.7M |
| Poppy Playtime Chapter 5 Trailer | Mob Entertainment | 4.3M |
| Hollow Knight: Silksong Teaser | Team Cherry | 3.2M |
Shorts on Trending
Despite Shorts’ popularity on YouTube, long-form content still dominates the trending algorithm. Traditional videos average 407K views vs 356K for Shorts in our trending data.
Creator Geography
Where are the trending creators from?
Top Creator Countries
American creators dominated, but Mexico produced an outsized number of trending videos through channels like ElAbrahaham, Pelicomic, and Netflix Latinoamerica.
Key Takeaways
1. Trailers Are King
Movie and TV trailers dominated the top trending spots. Studios time their trailer releases for maximum global impact, and YouTube’s trending algorithm rewards the initial surge of views.
2. Gaming Is the New Mainstream
With 47.6% of trending content, Gaming has firmly established itself as YouTube’s dominant category. This isn’t just esports - it’s Minecraft, Roblox, mobile games, and gaming personalities.
3. Anime Goes Global
Three anime-related videos made the top 10: Jujutsu Kaisen, Steel Ball Run, and Digital Circus. Japanese animation now trends globally, not just in Asia.
4. K-pop’s Consistent Power
BTS (Jung Kook’s Christmas cover), BABYMONSTER, and Stray Kids all achieved massive global trending reach. K-pop remains one of the few music genres that consistently trends worldwide.
5. Regional Content Thrives
While global hits get attention, videos trending in single countries can still achieve 20-40M views. Local music and entertainment remain powerful in their home markets.
Looking Ahead to 2026
Based on December 2025 trends, expect:
- More superhero content: DCU and MCU trailers will continue dominating
- Gaming growth: The category shows no signs of slowing
- Anime mainstream: More anime content reaching global trending
- K-pop expansion: Korean entertainment continues global march
- Regional diversification: More non-English content achieving global reach
Explore More
- Worldwide Trending: See what’s trending globally right now
- Country Pages: Explore trending by country
- Insights Dashboard: Interactive category analysis
- How Trending Works: Understand the algorithm
This analysis was generated from TrendTube’s database of 550,000+ trending entries across 111 countries. Data collected December 17-30, 2025.
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