Thanksgiving Box Office Hopes Pinned on 'Wicked' and 'Gladiator II'
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Hollywood is banking on a strong Thanksgiving box office performance with the release of 'Wicked,' 'Gladiator II,' and 'Moana 2,' hoping to revive a sluggish fall season. These films are expected to draw significant audiences, with 'Moana 2' projected to lead with over $100 million in five days. The industry is eager to recover from a year marked by underwhelming releases and production delays, aiming to replicate the success of past Thanksgiving hits.
- Hollywood Bets on Thanksgiving Rebound: Will ‘Wicked,’ ‘Gladiator II’ and ‘Moana 2’ Revive the Sluggish Fall Box Office? Variety
- ‘Wicked’ To Cast $80M+ Opening Spell, ‘Gladiator II’ To Roar $65M – Box Office Early Look Deadline
- Thanksgiving box office showdown shows importance of premium screens CNBC
- Thanksgiving Boom: ‘Wicked’ Eyes $85M Opening, Followed by $65M for ‘Gladiator II’ Hollywood Reporter
- Fandango Survey: 'Planes, Trains,' 'Elf' Favorite Holiday Movies; 'Wicked' Most Anticipated Theatrical Release Media Play News
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