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Wicked: For Good Kicks Off Holiday Movie Season

11/20/2025

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The opening of Wicked: For Good occurs this weekend and marks the unofficial start of the United States' holiday movie season.
The period brings a wave of Oscar contenders to theaters, along with Hallmark films and offerings from streaming services.
Navigating these releases can be overwhelming, like holiday shopping, with the risk of choosing safe but unexciting options.

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Story summary

The opening of Wicked: For Good occurs this weekend and marks the unofficial start of the United States' holiday movie season.
The period brings a wave of Oscar contenders to theaters, along with Hallmark films and offerings from streaming services.
Navigating these releases can be overwhelming, like holiday shopping, with the risk of choosing safe but unexciting options.