As 2023 is coming to a wrap, the world’s largest international airline, Emirates, lifts the curtain on the inflight entertainment habits of its passengers. Delving into the data from flights to and from 140 destinations globally, the airline unveils the most-watched movies, showcasing its customers’ diverse and international tastes.
Want to see what they are? Let’s take a look
Most Watched Movies on Emirate Ice in 2023
With Emirates Ice offering more than 6,500 channels, customers craving top-notch entertainment are spoilt for choice on-demand movies, TV shows, music, podcasts, and even live TV to catch international news and sport.
From the expansive 2,000 plus Hollywood blockbusters and international movies available for customers on Ice, the airline has revealed that the visually stunning sci-fi film Avatar: The Way of Water, the rom-com Ticket to Paradise, and the action-packed Top Gun: Maverick were among the top choices for movie lovers.
Well, that is for English-language movies. For the top international watched movies on Emirate Ice in 2023, topping the list were two Bollywood action movies, Vikram Vedha and Bholaa, the French thriller La Syndicaliste, Korean drama Return to Seoul, and the 2023 Cannes Palme d’Or winner, Anatomie d’une chute from France
Arabic speakers tuned into the Emirati film Khorfakkan – which depicts the 16th-century invasion of the city. Kids and perhaps kids-at-heart, tuned into a myriad of movies, with the most popular choices in 2023 noted as Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, Tom & Jerry Cowboy Up! Teen Titans Go! & DC Superhero Girls and The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Binge-worthy Box Sets and TV Triumphs on Ice in 2023
Emirates passengers on long-haul flights embraced the binge-watching trend, with high viewership recorded for HBO Max’s Succession and The White Lotus. The comedy genre witnessed a surge in popularity, with classics like Friends, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and The Big Bang Theory winning the hearts of travellers.
Historical dramas like The English and Women of the Movement also captivated audiences during their 2023 journeys. The sitcom Schooled! and the beloved SpongeBob SquarePants reigned supreme in the Kids and Teens section. Younger audiences enjoyed Australian favourite Bluey and UK’s Hey Duggee and Supertato. Meanwhile, live TV channels, including Sport 24, BBC World News, CNN, and Sky News Arabia, also kept passengers connected to sports and social events, including the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, Formula 1® races, NFL Superbowl, English Premier League, Augusta Masters, ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, Rugby World Cup 2023, Wimbledon, DP World Tour and the US Open Tennis.
The single most-watched sport on Emirates live TV in 2023 was the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.
Emirates Customers’ Musical Preferences
Music lovers were not left out. With a library boasting over 3,000 albums, 40,000 tracks, and more than 4,000 hours of music and podcasts, Emirates travelers showcased their diverse musical tastes. From Mozart’s Chamber Music to Ed Sheeran’s Subtract, the musical journey on Emirates flights was as diverse as the destinations it served.
Taylor Swift’s Midnights took the top spot, while young flyers delighted in the tunes of Cocomelon, Bluey, Kidzbop, and the Encanto soundtrack.
In Global Music, listeners tuned into Indian, Korean, and African beats, with artists like Jimin, Burna Boy, and SB19 leading the charts. For those seeking more than just music, the Rain, Sleep & Nature Sounds Playlist provided a serene backdrop at 40,000 feet.
Emirates Ice also catered to passengers’ emotional well-being with dedicated content on happiness and well-being. Nature relaxation series and explorative documentaries, such as Living Wild: How to Change Your Life and “Storytelling with Gian Power: What’s your life story? offered passengers a therapeutic escape during their journey.
As the curtain falls on 2023, Emirates promises an epic conclusion with the fantasy-comedy blockbuster Barbie and a sneak peek into a cinematic 2024. Buckle up for an exhilarating ride with exclusive releases like Expend4bles, Oppenheimer, and Sofia Coppola’s Priscilla, as Emirates remains committed to turning every flight into a captivating and personalised experience.
Have you flown Emirates this year? What did you watch or listen to while on board? Share your experience with us in the comments!
