Monday, May 25, 2026

Box Office: “Wicked” In First Place, “Gladiator II” in 2nd, Each with Disappointing Numbers

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“Wicked” is number 1 at the box office this weekend. But it’s not a smash hit.

Total weekend number came to $114 million, a lot less than you’d think it would get considering the hype.

Also, each day of release this weekend showed a decline.

That’s not a surprise. “Wicked” is for families and girls. It’s ultimately a confusing movie that serves its fan base from the Broadway musical. But does it register as a new movie? That seems unclear.

No matter, “Wicked” has picked up $50 million internationally. So that helps. A big lift will come during the holidays since we’re lacking holiday blockbusters.

“Gladiator II” also arrived with disappointing receipts, just $55 million for its opening weekend. This is a real Best Picture nominee, with Ridley Scott maybe directing his final film.

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