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@catholictictok: 40 viral TikToks

40 viral TikToks by @catholictictok (best x3,794), with each video's hook, views and viral factor. See which ideas worked.

The image shows a street scene in Canada, with tall buildings and signs. In the foreground, a group of people, including individuals with long hair and a woman with a backpack, are carrying a crucifix. The hook text is overlaid on the center-bottom of the image.

x8.91

17,503 views

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The cover image shows a man speaking into a microphone. Above him is overlay text indicating the video's topic, with the branding of 'Tucker Carlson' visible.

x27.3

53,699 views

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The cover image shows a statue of the Virgin Mary in front, standing near a street with a white car, and is overlaid with text that reads, "Catholic men in Ireland fall to their knees, praying the Rosary with fervor for their nation."

x12.1

23,798 views

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The image captures a group of Scottish Catholic men praying the Rosary on their knees in what appears to be an outdoor public space. The composition has a group of men kneeling in the foreground, led by a man with a microphone. In the background, other men are present, some also kneeling. A glass display with flowers can be seen on the right. The scene is well-lit, and the overall tone is serious and reverent.

x4.32

9,228 views

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The cover image shows a close-up shot of a person, possibly lying in a bed or on a comfortable surface. The person is seen from the side, with their eyes closed and resting peacefully, suggesting sleep or a moment of relaxation. They are lying on a white pillow, with the rest of the background out of focus. The lighting appears soft, and the overall composition conveys a sense of tranquility, with an object in the background that looks like plastic.

x3,299

2,408,531 views

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The image is a vertical shot featuring a woman looking down at a man lying on a bed or a similar surface. The background is light-toned with what appears to be a decorative ceiling. The woman is on the left side of the frame, facing the man. The man is lying on his back dressed and covered by a blue cloth. There is a textual overlay that provides details about the canonization.

x67.4

134,792 views

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A man in a priest's collar and black shirt is sitting on a concrete wall. The background is a cloudy sky and some greenery.

x2.76

5,521 views

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The cover image is a collage of scenes. The main image shows a man riding a bicycle on a sunny road, carrying a large, decorated structure on his back. The structure appears to be a representation of La Virgen de Guadalupe. There are two smaller images featuring the man, one showing his face with the image of La Virgen de Guadalupe behind him. The third one shows the man biking with the representation of La Virgen de Guadalupe in movement, and the fourth featuring the representation of La Virgen de Guadalupe. Text overlays the image, describing the man's act of faith and journey.

x9.36

12,610 views

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Image of the interior of a church with statues and stained glass. The space is modern with a blue carpeted floor and a large glass roof. Statues of religious figures are in the foreground, and a crucifix and lamb sculpture are on the wall in the center. The lighting is natural, creating a bright and airy atmosphere.

x10.2

13,722 views

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The image is split in two horizontally. The top half shows a priest in a black cassock, seated and looking down. The bottom half shows a woman in a patterned blazer looking to the side. White text at the bottom says 'BLESSED MOTHER'.

x24.5

33,035 views

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The image captures a religious scene viewed through a window. It depicts a vibrant sunset or sunrise painting the sky with orange and yellow hues. Through the window frame appear statues, possibly of religious figures. The foreground is partially obscured by the dark framing of the window, and the scene is framed on the left by a dark stone wall.

x10.8

14,513 views

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An illustrated image of Carlo Acutis, a young man with dark hair and a halo, centered on the image. He is wearing a red shirt with a white collar, and a backpack strap is visible on his left shoulder. In the center of the image, beneath his chest, is a golden circle with a white center. The background is comprised of a light yellow halo around his head and a blue, technology-themed design around the rest of the frame. A white rectangular box overlaid on the lower portion of the image contains the text "6 Things you should know about our Soon To Be Saint".

x35.4

47,741 views

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A group of people, mostly men, are shown outdoors. Many are kneeling with their hands raised, holding what appear to be prayer beads, directed upwards, signifying prayer. The background suggests an urban setting with buildings visible. An overlay on top reads: Irish Catholic men pray the Rosary on their knees on Saturday.

x39.8

54,343 views

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The image features an artistic composition with a soft, dark blue color palette. In the foreground, a cluster of blue roses is prominent, suggesting depth and texture. Overlaying the flower arrangement, text is displayed in a clean, modern font. The background is diffused, possibly hinting at a more formal setting. The overall aesthetic is elegant and serene.

x4.55

6,205 views

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An image featuring Sr. Briege McKenna speaking from behind a wooden podium. She is wearing glasses and a brown habit over a white collar. A microphone is positioned near her mouth.

x6.40

8,724 views

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A medium, eye-level shot features a fair-skinned man in a green garment, a white neck collar, and a microphone pointing toward him. He stands behind a wooden podium, partially obscuring a black book labeled "LECTIONARY." The background is a light beige wall.

x12.1

17,989 views

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A man wearing glasses and a priest's collar speaks behind a wooden podium with a microphone. The background is a blurred interior with what appears to be cloudy shapes.

x12.0

17,937 views

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The image shows a night sky display featuring a light-based rendering of the Virgin Mary above a crowd. The Virgin Mary is depicted in the form of a figure constructed from illuminated points or lights, with hands clasped in prayer. Below, the bottom of the image shows a crowd of people, suggesting a public event or concert. The image has a dark background with the illuminated figure as the focal point. A rectangular text overlay is at the bottom of the image with details about the event.

x13.1

19,496 views

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The image captures a scene from a Catholic Mass held at Canterbury Cathedral. The composition features a close-up of the altar with several priests dressed in traditional vestments. A lit candle stands prominently in the center, and the overall lighting suggests an indoor setting. The bottom of the image includes a text overlay providing details about the event.

x43.6

65,059 views

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The cover image is a medium shot of a man wearing glasses and a red clerical shirt, speaking into a black microphone. A text overlay at the bottom reads, "I would go so far as to say Medjugorje."

x19.7

29,384 views

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A man wearing a green and black vestment addresses the camera from a church setting. The background is a bright wall with visible architectural details. Overlay text in a purple bar reads: MISSING MASS IS A

x3.36

5,011 views

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A man in a brown robe is holding a phone and looking at it, with a white rectangle overlaid on the bottom of the image containing the text: "Is there any moral justification for surrogacy?"

x6.31

9,406 views

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Interior shot of a large cathedral filled with rows of people in white robes. Above the crowd are two white rectangular boxes with the words 'WE' and 'ARE' in black. A tall stone pillar is on the left and a statue is on the right inside the church

x15.7

9,100 views

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The cover image is split into two panels. The left panel shows a close-up of a bride's hand with a lace-trimmed glove, holding her other hand. The right panel shows a close-up of a hand with a nail piercing the center of the palm, with red streaks along the hand. Above the panels, there is black text against a black background.

x214

156,795 views

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The image captures a wide shot inside a large, well-lit church or cathedral. The focus is on a religious ceremony taking place at what appears to be a high altar. In the background, a large mural depicting biblical scenes dominates the upper portion of the image. Beneath the mural, the altar is set with religious objects, and a priest in white and gold vestments is seen officiating. A crowd of people, likely attendees, are visible in the foreground, facing the altar. The overall composition gives a sense of solemnity and reverence associated with religious practices.

x7.54

6,003 views

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A wide shot of a large church interior at a Catholic ceremony. Two people, seen from the back, are centered in the foreground. They wear matching dark blue capes or vestments which have a gold Lamb of God symbol on the back. Behind them, a man in a white robe is at a podium with a microphone, apparently delivering a sermon. Numerous people are sitting in the pews.

x9.60

7,640 views

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A man in a priest's collar is taking a selfie. He is holding up a peace sign with two fingers. Behind him is a painting of Jesus and a wood-paneled ceiling.

x22.3

17,712 views

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The cover image features a man wearing glasses and a dark shirt with a white collar, likely a priest, speaking into a microphone. An orange rectangle with the text 'WEARING IT' is placed on his chest.

x187

149,068 views

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x82.4

36,113 views

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The image shows a man speaking into a microphone at a lectern. He is wearing a white clerical collar and glasses. The background is a plain, off-white wall. There is a banner to the right with the letters "A" and "5" on it. Overlay text at the bottom of the screen reads: "Did you notice that the Magnificat, did".

x29.8

13,055 views

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A group of people, primarily in dark attire, gather around a newly ordained Catholic priest. The priest, wearing a black vestment, is extending his hands towards a person who is bowing with their hands clasped. The background reveals what appears to be an outdoor urban setting with buildings and more individuals present. A white overlay at the bottom contains the video information.

x16.1

10,031 views

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A man in white religious vestments leads a procession through a hallway. Other figures, some in similar outfits, follow. On the right, two people kneel in prayer. The image is well-lit, with a warm color palette.

x18.1

19,077 views

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Top hooks from @catholictictok

  1. Fr. Larry Richards - Don't Judge the Pope

    1.6M views · viral factor x3,794

  2. Pope Francis specifically going to the place where ISIS said they would un-alive him.

    2.3M views · viral factor x3,237

  3. We should not try to fit our

    413K views · viral factor x346

  4. If your perspective on marriage is not like this, don't get married, you are not ready.

    156K views · viral factor x214

  5. WEARING IT

    149K views · viral factor x187

  6. English Homily

    173K views · viral factor x128

  7. Mother reminds people of Novena for the Canonization of her son which starts 29 August. What a beautiful story.

    134K views · viral factor x67.4

  8. A Catholic Mass was held on July 7 at Canterbury Cathedral in the United Kingdom–the mother church of the Anglican Communion

    65K views · viral factor x43.6

  9. Irish Catholic men pray the Rosary on their knees on Saturday

    54K views · viral factor x39.8

  10. The 15 promises of the Rosary

    26K views · viral factor x36.4

Niches @catholictictok posts in

Formats @catholictictok uses

@catholictictok by the numbers

The library has 40 viral TikToks from @catholictictok, with 8M views in all. The median video has 17K views, and the most viral reached a viral factor of x3,794. The biggest niche is Bible Apps, with 35 videos. Viral factor compares a video's views with its account's usual views: x10 means ten times the views that creator normally gets.

Viral videos in the library
40
Platform
TikTok only
Total views
8M (8,099,845)
Median views per video
17K
Median viral factor
x17.1
Highest viral factor
x3,794

These figures cover all 40 videos in this list, not only the cards above.

Questions about @catholictictok

What video formats does @catholictictok use?

In @catholictictok's videos in the library, the most used formats are Selfie with Background (15 videos), Mic in Hand (10) and Story in slideshow (4).

Which @catholictictok hooks went most viral?

The most viral hook in @catholictictok's videos in the library is “Fr. Larry Richards - Don't Judge the Pope” (viral factor x3,794, 1.6M views), followed by “Pope Francis specifically going to the place where ISIS said they would un-alive him.” (x3,237). Every hook on this page links to its video.

How many views do @catholictictok's videos get?

Across 40 videos, the median is 17K views, and together they have 8M views. The median viral factor is x17.1: the typical video got 17.1 times its creator's usual views.