Golden Globes 2025: ‘Wicked’ Wins Big

The blockbuster musical takes home the prestigious Cinematic and Box Office Achievement Award.

The award, introduced to honor populist movies, celebrates its second year, with Wicked dazzling audiences globally.

Second Year of Recognition

Record-Breaking Numbers

Wicked has grossed $644M globally, surpassing Mamma Mia! as the highest-grossing Broadway adaptation ever.

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Vin Diesel announced the win, highlighting blockbusters’ power to unite audiences worldwide.

A Star-Studded Moment

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Producer Marc Platt and director Jon M. Chu led a heartfelt thank-you with the Wicked cast on stage.

A Joyful Journey

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Jon M. Chu emphasized art’s power to spread positivity amidst global challenges.

Radical Act of Optimism

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Wicked triumphed over massive hits like Inside Out 2 ($1.69B) and Deadpool & Wolverine ($1.34B).

Beating the Best

A Category for Blockbusters

The award acknowledges films that achieve box office success while captivating global audiences.

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Movies must earn $150M globally, with $100M domestically, or have significant streaming viewership.

How Films Qualify

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Hosted by Nikki Glaser at the Beverly Hilton, the event celebrated cinema’s best.

Golden Globes Shine On