With more time spent at home, 2021 was the year of "hometertainment" and "uber-bunkering". Consumers shifted their focus toward personal well-being and home-based activities.
The entertainment landscape was punctuated by several "bombshell" moments that drove massive video viewership and social conversation: big ass full videos 2021
On YouTube, "big full videos" became the gold standard for engagement: With more time spent at home, 2021 was
: Creators like Dream captivated millions with high-stakes "Minecraft Speedrunner VS 5 Hunters" marathons. : The Norwegian concept of "Friluftsliv" (free air
: The Norwegian concept of "Friluftsliv" (free air life) took off, leading to an 80% increase in park visits and a surge in "Gorpcore" fashion—tactical hiking gear worn for everyday style.
: MrBeast’s "I Spent 50 Hours Buried Alive" became the top trending video of the year, amassing over 148 million views.
While short-form clips often dominated social feeds, 2021 proved that audiences still craved depth. Data showed that 74% of people had access to Video on Demand (VOD) services , with Netflix leading the pack.