‘Wicked’ On Way To $165M Global Opening – International Box Office

Story by Nancy Tartaglione

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Universal's 'Wicked' casts a $165M spell at the global box office in its opening weekend, with North America leading the charge.

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The musical adaptation is expected to earn $117M domestically and $48M internationally in its debut.
Director Jon M. Chu and stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are poised to deliver a blockbuster, building hype for the upcoming 'Gladiator II'.

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Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jon M. Chu, Universal, Wicked, Gladiator II