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Wicked Sequel Poised for Blockbuster Opening
21 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Wicked: For Good could surpass $115 million opening weekend.
- Universal predicts $125 million opening; industry sources suggest $150 million.
- A $162 million opening would make it the year's best and decade's best non-superhero film.
The highly anticipated "Wicked: For Good" is poised for a massive opening weekend, with projections suggesting it could break several box-office records. The film, releasing on November 21, is expected to draw significant audiences, building on the success of its predecessor.
Financial forecasts are robust, with "Wicked: For Good" projected to earn over $115 million domestically in its first three days. This figure alone would surpass the opening weekend performance of the first film and establish a new benchmark for stage-to-screen musical adaptations. Universal Pictures has set its sights on $125 million, while insider predictions hint at a potential $150 million debut.
The film's success could reach extraordinary heights if it surpasses $162 million. Such a performance would not only make it the highest-grossing opening weekend of the year, outperforming "A Minecraft Movie," but also the best debut for a non-superhero film this decade. This would solidify its status as a cultural and commercial phenomenon.
