‘For Good’ Box Office Opening Weekend Predictions Released

Universal’s highly anticipated film, “Wicked: For Good,” is set to make a significant impact at the box office. Predictions suggest a robust opening weekend, with estimates ranging from $150 million to $180 million across 4,000 North American theaters. This marks a remarkable comeback for cinema owners after a challenging fall season.

Box Office Projections

A solid debut for “For Good” could crown it as one of the top launches of the year, surpassing previous hits like “A Minecraft Movie” and “Lilo & Stitch.” The film aims to eclipse the record set by its predecessor, “Wicked,” which garnered $112.5 million during its launch weekend prior to Thanksgiving.

Conservative Estimates

While Universal estimates a conservative opening of $125 million, other box office analysts anticipate figures exceeding $130 million. The projections for “Wicked: For Good” are fueled by the popularity of the franchise and the excitement surrounding the continuation of Elphaba and Glinda’s story.

Competing Releases

• Sony’s “Sisu: Road to Revenge”: Expected to generate around $3 million from 2,100 venues, mirroring the success of its predecessor.
• Searchlight’s “Rental Family”: Starring Brendan Fraser, this film aims for a debut in the low single digits from 1,900 locations.

Story Synopsis

Directed by Jon M. Chu, “Wicked: For Good” continues to explore the narrative of the original musical. The film features notable performances by Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard and Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible. Cynthia Erivo portrays Elphaba, while Ariana Grande shines as Glinda, who embraces her role as the Good Witch.

Box Office Legacy

The original “Wicked” remains the highest-grossing Broadway adaptation, with over $756 million in global earnings. The hopes are high that the sequel will maintain momentum through positive word-of-mouth and its captivating soundtrack, even though it may not reach the same level of upbeat music as its forerunner.

Thanksgiving Release and Market Expectations

“Wicked: For Good” is poised to be a key player during the Thanksgiving box office, alongside Disney’s “Zootopia 2,” releasing on November 26. The potential combined earnings could challenge last year’s record of $433 million for the holiday weekend.

Conclusion

As the movie industry emerges from a lull, “Wicked: For Good” represents a beacon of hope for theaters. Paul Dergarabedian of Comscore notes this new release signals a positive future following a difficult month.