WICKED TOPS $700M AT GLOBAL BOX

Wicked, which continues to entrance audiences around the world, just put a new milestone in the rear view by passing $700m at the global box office.

The Universal release has banked $460m domestically sand still awaits opening in Japan, where it will hit theaters on 3/9. According to Box Office Mojo, it’s also been hanging tough stateside, minting $13.3 in the first week of 2025.

Those figures don’t include the $70m the Jon M. Chu-directed blockbuster has earned since hitting Premium VOD on 12/31. That’s the best debut Universal has seen for any theatrical title with a premium release.

On Wednesday, the musical earned seven BAFTA noms, including Leading Actress for Cynthia Erivo and Supporting Actress for Ariana Grande.