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"Wicked" Soars to $747 Million, Sets Sequel Stage

4/2/2025

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"Wicked," directed by Jon M. Chu, has soared to remarkable heights, raking in $747 million globally and earning around $100 million in premium video-on-demand revenue for Universal. This triumph underscores the growing significance of VOD in cinema. As discussions on theatrical releases continue, "Wicked" stands tall, setting the stage for its eagerly anticipated sequel, "Wicked: For Good."

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Story summary

"Wicked," directed by Jon M. Chu, has soared to remarkable heights, raking in $747 million globally and earning around $100 million in premium video-on-demand revenue for Universal. This triumph underscores the growing significance of VOD in cinema. As discussions on theatrical releases continue, "Wicked" stands tall, setting the stage for its eagerly anticipated sequel, "Wicked: For Good."