The top-grossing film adaptations of Broadway musicals, according to Box Office Mojo's list, have reached a combined total of over $525 million at the box office. At number three on this list is Wicked: For Good, which has grossed an impressive $524.7 million in its first 10 weeks.
Both Wicked: For Good and its predecessor, Wicked, were adapted from the hit Broadway musical by Stephen Schwartz. The film versions of both shows have received significant attention, with Wicked receiving 10 Oscar nominations last year. While Wicked: For Good was snubbed for any awards, it has still managed to make a name for itself as one of the highest-grossing films based on a Broadway musical.
Other notable films that made the list include Mamma Mia! with a staggering $706.7 million and Les Misérables with an impressive $758.1 million. Chicago took the number four spot, followed closely by Hairspray, which grossed over $203 million worldwide.
The top-grossing film adaptations of Broadway musicals highlight the enduring appeal of these iconic shows on the big screen. With productions like Wicked: For Good continuing to captivate audiences and receive critical acclaim, it's clear that the magic of Broadway is still alive and well in the world of cinema.
Both Wicked: For Good and its predecessor, Wicked, were adapted from the hit Broadway musical by Stephen Schwartz. The film versions of both shows have received significant attention, with Wicked receiving 10 Oscar nominations last year. While Wicked: For Good was snubbed for any awards, it has still managed to make a name for itself as one of the highest-grossing films based on a Broadway musical.
Other notable films that made the list include Mamma Mia! with a staggering $706.7 million and Les Misérables with an impressive $758.1 million. Chicago took the number four spot, followed closely by Hairspray, which grossed over $203 million worldwide.
The top-grossing film adaptations of Broadway musicals highlight the enduring appeal of these iconic shows on the big screen. With productions like Wicked: For Good continuing to captivate audiences and receive critical acclaim, it's clear that the magic of Broadway is still alive and well in the world of cinema.