‘Wicked’ Changes Release Date to Avoid ‘Moana 2’

What is the story

Warner Bros. Discovery has postponed the release date of its upcoming film, Mean.

The film was initially scheduled to hit theaters in the fall, but the premiere will now take place on November 22, a week earlier than planned.

This strategic decision was made to avoid a box office conflict with the Disney film. Moana 2whose premiere is scheduled for November 27.

‘Wicked’ Now Shares Release Date With ‘Gladiator 2’

Despite the change of date, Mean will now share its opening day with Ridley Scott Gladiator 2.

However, it is expected that this will not lead to the division of the music lovers’ audience, which could happen if Mean was released with Moana 2.

The movie is a prequel The Wizard of OzThe film stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande and is directed by Jon M Chu.

‘Wicked’ release date pushed back several times

This isn’t the first time the release date has been different Wicked: Part One has been changed.

Originally scheduled for December 25, the film’s release was postponed to avoid a Christmas release like the Disney film. Mufasa: The Lion King AND Sonic the hedgehog 3.

Now, with a new release date of November 22, Mean will compete with Paramount Gladiator 2.

Wicked: Part 2 Release Date and Trailer Success

The film is part of a duology, the sequel of which is titled Wicked: Part 2whose premiere is scheduled for November 26, 2025.

For the first time, the musical was divided into two parts.

The film’s trailer has already gained a lot of popularity, having been viewed online 230 million times.

Meanwhile, the change in MeanThe release date leaves November 27th free for other potential releases.