Day 9 Sees a Noticeable Uptick
After a solid first week marked by consistent traction, Wicked: For Good stepped into Day 9 with a welcome rise in collections. Early estimates indicate that the film brought in $18–20 million on its second Friday, marking a clear improvement from the previous weekday trends. The jump signals strong audience retention and increasing repeat-viewer interest, something musicals often benefit from when the soundtrack and performances connect with the audience.
The rise also reflects the continued enthusiasm surrounding the film’s theatrical experience—lavish staging, sweeping musical set-pieces, and standout performances have kept viewers returning to big screens rather than waiting for a later streaming release.
Weekday Stability Sets the Foundation
The strength of Day 9 can be directly traced to the film’s stable weekday performance. Day 6 and Day 7 saw moderate, natural drops but remained impressive for a film in its first week. By Day 8, the film maintained its momentum, earning $13–15 million, keeping it firmly positioned among the top-performing titles currently in theatres.
This steady hold ensured that when the second Friday arrived, the film had enough buzz and audience goodwill to convert into stronger footfalls.
Domestic Total Nears Major Benchmark
With the Day 9 figures added, the domestic total is now approaching the $210–215 million range. The film has already surpassed the typical first-week performance for recent large-scale musicals, and its second-weekend trajectory suggests it may break additional milestones in the days ahead.
The film’s strong word of mouth is proving to be its greatest strength. Audiences are praising not just the scale and spectacle, but the emotional depth and quality of the performances. This combination has helped it remain a must-watch theatrical event.
With weekend business picking up across multiple countries, the worldwide total is expected to climb sharply by Sunday.
Looking Ahead
Day 9 makes one thing clear: Wicked: For Good isn’t slowing down. With a strong second Friday and excellent audience reception, the film is well-positioned to score a powerful second weekend. If the current pace holds, it may emerge as one of the biggest musical successes of recent years, both domestically and globally.
The coming days will determine just how high the film can climb, but the early signs point to a theatrical run that continues to grow stronger with each passing milestone.
