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Wicked: For Good Opens to $150 Million in North America and $226 Million Worldwide, Setting Musical Adaptation Record

Exit polling shows a female-led audience with exceptional word-of-mouth.

Overview

  • Opening day reached $68.6 million from 4,115 U.S. theaters, according to Box Office Mojo.
  • The debut is the largest ever for a Broadway musical adaptation and the year’s No. 2 opening behind A Minecraft Movie, per studio estimates.
  • IMAX screenings delivered $15.5 million domestically for an 11% share, marking a company record for November.
  • PostTrak reports indicate about 71% of ticket buyers were women, and 83% said they would definitely recommend the film.
  • Universal lists production at roughly $150 million for this chapter and about $300 million across both films, excluding marketing.