'Wicked' Dominates Box Office with Spectacular Global Opening

Universal's film adaptation of the Broadway musical 'Wicked' is projected to earn $165 million globally in its opening weekend, with $117 million from North America and $48 million internationally. This marks the biggest opening for a Broadway adaptation, surpassing 'Les Miserables', and the fourth largest for a musical globally. The UK leads international markets with over $15 million expected, while Australia and Mexico also report strong openings. The film's success is notable despite not yet opening in major markets like France and China.