'Wicked' and 'Gladiator II' Dominate Box Office with Record Debuts
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The Thanksgiving weekend box office saw strong performances from "Wicked" and "Gladiator II," with "Wicked" opening to $114 million domestically and "Gladiator II" earning $55.5 million. Globally, the films have grossed $164.2 million and $221 million, respectively. "Wicked," based on the Broadway musical, features a high-profile cast and is the first of two planned films. "Gladiator II," directed by Ridley Scott, marks a significant opening for Denzel Washington and continues the story from the original film.
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