'Wicked' and 'Gladiator' make gravity-defying theater debuts

Is ‘Glicked’ the new ‘Barbenheimer’? ‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator II’ collide in theaters

“Barbenheimer” was a phenomenon impossible to manufacture

Entertainment - ABC News - November 21

Is ‘Glicked’ the new ‘Barbenheimer’? ‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator II’ collide in theaters

“Barbenheimer” was a phenomenon impossible to manufacture

Tech - ABC News - November 21

Introducing Marissa Bode, the actor making 'Wicked' history in her film debut

In more than two decades since the stage show launched, disabled 'Wicked' character Nessarose has never been played by a real-life wheelchair user. Enter newcomer Marissa Bode.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 20

‘Wicked’ Fans Singing in Movie Theaters Are Anything but Popular

Some fans who have attended early screenings of the film adaptation of the hit Broadway musical have treated it as a singalong. Not everyone is thrilled.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 21

Denzel Washington commands ancient Rome and movie theaters with 'Gladiator II'

The biggest surprise of “Gladiator II” is not that Denzel Washington is great.

Movie fans are expected to flock to ‘Wicked,’ ‘Gladiator II’ and ‘Moana 2’ – aka ‘MoGlicked’ or ‘Glickedana’ – this weekend

Business - MarketWatch - 14 hours ago

"Wicked" and "Gladiator II" soar at the weekend box office

While "Gladiator II" earned $55 million at the box office domestically, "Wicked" soared with $114 million. It was the biggest pre-Thanksgiving weekend opening since the COVID-19 pandemic, with the ...

'Wicked' fans have a message to moviegoers: Don't sing along in theaters

Can you sing along to “Wicked” show tunes in a movie theater? Ahead of the big-screen debut, die-hard fans of the musical are debating movie theater etiquette online.

Should fans sing along in theaters during the "Wicked" movie?

Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."

‘Wicked’ takes over retail ahead of theatrical debut

“Barbie” painted the town pink in 2023, and now “Wicked” is upping the ante by adding a splash of green.

The New Gladiator 4K Steelbook Is Only $20 Ahead Of Sequel's Theatrical Debut

Almost 25 years since it first released, you'd be hard-pressed to find a historical action movie better than Gladiator. With Gladiator II releasing in theaters November 22, it's the perfect time to ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 13

Ridley Scott shares his vision for "Gladiator II" as the sequel debuts

Nearly 25 years after the original "Gladiator" won five Academy Awards, Ridley Scott returns with "Gladiator II," out today. Elizabeth Palmer speaks with the director about bringing his epic vision ...

'Wicked' and 'Gladiator' set the stage for gravity-defying box office weekend

'Wicked,' starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, and 'Gladiator II,' starring Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal, both open wide this weekend.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 21

These stocks could bask in the ‘Glicked’ glow as ‘Gladiator II’ and ‘Wicked’ open

“Wicked,” based on the popular musical, and “Gladiator II,” the sequel to the hugely successful historical epic, opened in movie theaters Friday.

Business - MarketWatch - November 23

‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator II’ Jump-Start the Box Office, but at a Cost

Battling a 27 percent decline in domestic ticket sales compared with before the pandemic, studios left no marketing drum unthumped in releasing the movies.

Business - The New York Times - 6 days ago

'Wicked' soars with $114 million domestic opening, 'Gladiator' snares $55.5 million

Universal's "Wicked" tallied an estimated $114 million domestic opening and Paramount's "Gladiator II" is set to haul in $55.5 million.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

'Wicked' and 'Gladiator II' jolt the box office with a combined $170 million

Universal Pictures' 'Wicked' and Paramount Pictures' 'Gladiator II' post impressive numbers at the domestic box office this weekend.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 6 days ago

Sources: George set to make 76ers debut Monday

76ers star Paul George is expected to make his season debut Monday at Phoenix, barring any setbacks, sources told ESPN on Sunday.

Sports - ESPN - November 4

Bronny makes G League debut, 'excited' to play

Bronny James scored 6 points to go along with 4 assists, 3 rebounds, 2 steals and 1 block in his debut for the South Bay Lakers.

Sports - ESPN - November 10

The Indie Game Awards make debut on December 19

The Indie Game Awards, an awards-only ceremony dedicated to celebrating excellence in indie gaming, will make its debut on December 19.

Tech - VentureBeat - November 19

Ulster's Izuchukwu to make Ireland debut against Fiji

Ulster back row Cormac Izuchukwu and Leinster hooker Gus McCarthy are handed their Ireland debuts with Sam Prendergast given a first start at fly-half for Saturday's game against Fiji.

Sources: Porzingis to make season debut vs. Clips

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis will make his season debut Monday night against the LA Clippers, sources told ESPN.

Sports - ESPN - 5 days ago

'Wicked' tallies $19 million in previews, as 'Gladiator II' team-up heads for $200 million opening weekend

"Wicked" and "Gladiator II" arrive ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday and are expected to tally more than $200 million in combined ticket sales.

Business - CNBC - November 22

'Wicked' tallies $19M in previews, as 'Gladiator II' team-up heads for $200M opening weekend

The box office this weekend will be painted pink and green, with a splash of red.

Wicked slays Gladiator II in ticket sales duel as new films boost box office

Combined $270m of worldwide ticket sales for Ridley Scott and Jon Chu movies leads to one of 2024’s busiest weekends. With a combined $270m in worldwide ticket sales, Wicked and Gladiator II ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

Painting the town pink and green: 'Wicked' takes over retail ahead of theatrical debut

Universal's "Wicked" is drumming up buzz ahead of its Nov. 22 release with hundreds of merchandise offerings from dozens of retail partners.

Business - CNBC - November 11

49ers running back Christian McCaffrey excited to make his season debut

Spending the first half of the season as a spectator while he worked his way back from Achilles tendinitis took its toll on San Francisco 49ers All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey

Sports - ABC News - November 8

Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis scores 16 in season debut vs. Clippers

Porzingis has been out for the past five months after undergoing foot surgery.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 5 days ago

Auli’i Cravalho on ‘Moana 2’ and Making Her Broadway Debut

“Moana” made her a breakout star. Now Cravalho, at 24, is back in the sequel, while also making her Broadway debut and embracing edgier parts.

Top stories - The New York Times - 17 hours ago

Trump makes next AG pick and Denzel Washington talks 'Gladiator II': Morning Rundown

Donald Trump names a new pick for attorney general after Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration.

Kamala Harris makes debut on 'Saturday Night Live' days before Election Day

Vice President Harris made her debut on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) less than three days before Election Day. Harris made her appearance during the cold open alongside her impressionist, comedian ...

Politics - The Hill - November 3