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Universal extends theatrical windows to five weekends in 2026
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Universal Pictures has announced it will extend the exclusive theatrical run for its films to a minimum of five weekends in 2026, up from 17 days during the pandemic era. The studio plans to increase this to seven weekends in 2027. This shift aims to support cinema operators amid ongoing debates over streaming versus theatrical releases.
Universal Pictures has scheduled a theatrical release for the Murder, She Wrote movie reboot on Wednesday, December 22, 2027. Jamie Lee Curtis will take on the role of Jessica Fletcher, previously played by the late Angela Lansbury. Jason Moore will direct the film.
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Universal Pictures has won a bidding war to develop a musical biopic on rock band Bon Jovi, with frontman Jon Bon Jovi involved and the project drawing from the band's hits. Screenwriter Cody Brotter is attached, alongside producers Kevin J. Walsh and Gotham Chopra, following their 2024 Hulu documentary on the group.
Universal's 'Wicked: For Good' soared to $150 million domestically and $76 million internationally for a $226 million global opening weekend, setting multiple records for Broadway adaptations. The film, directed by Jon M. Chu and starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, outperformed its predecessor in key markets and earned an 'A' CinemaScore. This success provides a much-needed boost to a struggling box office ahead of the holiday season.
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Universal's 'Wicked: For Good' is projected to open with $150 million to $180 million in North America, potentially surpassing the first film's record debut. The musical sequel reunites stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo under director Jon M. Chu. It aims to revive a sluggish fall box office season.