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

Story by Sahasranaman Ramachandran

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The long-awaited 'Wicked' film adaptation casts a spell over the U.K. and Ireland box office with a magical debut.

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'Wicked' dominated the U.K. and Ireland box office with a commanding £13.7 million ($17.2 million) debut, showcasing the enduring appeal of the beloved musical.
Paramount's 'Gladiator II' maintained strong momentum in its second week, grossing £4.7 million and pushing its cumulative total to £18.4 million, proving the sequel's box office staying power.

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Universal, Paramount, Studiocanal, 'Wicked', 'Gladiator II'