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'Wicked' Conjures Magical Opening at U.K., Ireland Box Office

Variety
film
review
uk
box office
universal
Story by Sahasranaman Ramachandran
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The highly anticipated 'Wicked' film adaptation casts a box office spell, dominating the U.K. and Ireland with a magical £13.7 million debut.
beat sheet
  • The 'Wicked' movie musical outperformed the sophomore release of the 'Gladiator II' sequel, which earned a respectable £4.7 million in its second week.
  • The impressive £13.7 million opening for 'Wicked' marks a triumphant start for the much-hyped adaptation, proving the enduring appeal of the beloved Broadway hit.
call sheet
Universal, Paramount, Studiocanal, Wicked, Gladiator II
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