‘Wicked: For Good’ Achieves Record-Breaking $151.5 Million Opening Weekend

Universal Pictures' 'Wicked: For Good' has achieved a remarkable $151.5 million in its opening weekend, setting a new benchmark for Broadway musical adaptations. This debut ranks as the second-highest opening of 2025, trailing only 'A Minecraft Movie,' which garnered $162.7 million earlier this year.

The film's success was bolstered by an extensive preview strategy, accumulating $30.8 million from early screenings throughout the week. This includes $6.1 million on Monday, $6.5 million on Wednesday, and $18.2 million on Thursday.

Starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, 'Wicked: For Good' continues the narrative of Elphaba and Glinda. Audience reception has been overwhelmingly positive, with a Rotten Tomatoes audience score of 97% and a CinemaScore of 'A,' mirroring the acclaim of its predecessor.

The film's release strategy included early screenings for Amazon Prime members and fan-focused double features, contributing to its robust opening figures.

Industry analysts anticipate that 'Wicked: For Good' will maintain strong box office performance through the Thanksgiving holiday and into December, solidifying its status as a major cinematic event of the year.