## Title: Epic Thanksgiving Movies Take The Box Office By Storm
### Introduction:
The Thanksgiving box office is witnessing a historic moment with the release of ‘Wicked,’ ‘Gladiator II,’ and ‘Moana 2.’ These highly anticipated films are set to break records and bring in substantial ticket sales like never before.
### ‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator II’ Premiere
On November 22nd, ‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator II’ graced the big screens. Directed by Jon M. Chu, ‘Wicked’ is a film adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical that fans have been eagerly awaiting since its stage debut in 2003. Meanwhile, ‘Gladiator II’ serves as a sequel to the original film released in 2000.
#### Box Office Triumph
During their opening weekend, ‘Gladiator II’ amassed a staggering $106 million in ticket sales, while ‘Wicked’ soared with $164 million. Notably, ‘Wicked’ shattered records by surpassing the opening weekend earnings of any other Broadway show-based film.
### ‘Moana 2’ Steals The Spotlight
On November 27th, the sequel to the 2016 Disney hit, ‘Moana 2,’ hit theaters, marking the beginning of a five-day Thanksgiving weekend extravaganza. Projections indicate that ‘Moana 2’ is poised to rake in between $135 to $145 million, as reported by Variety.
#### Past Success
In 2016, ‘Moana’ dominated the Thanksgiving box office by earning $81 million in ticket sales, setting the stage for ‘Moana 2’ to continue the success story.
### Conclusion:
The trifecta of ‘Moana 2,’ ‘Wicked,’ and ‘Gladiator II’ has created a cinematic frenzy this Thanksgiving, offering movie enthusiasts a plethora of blockbusters to enjoy. Industry experts predict that the 2024 Thanksgiving weekend box office numbers will surpass previous records, making it one of the most profitable holiday frames in cinema history.