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‘Wicked’ Predicted to Win Cinematic and Box Office Achievement at Golden Globes

Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey and Ariana Grande Butera arrive at the Los Angeles Premiere Of Universal Pictures' 'Wicked' held at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion at The Music Center on November 9, 2024 in Los Angeles, California, United States. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency)

As anticipation builds for the 82nd Golden Globe Awards, the film adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical Wicked is emerging as a strong contender in the Cinematic and Box Office Achievement category. According to the latest odds from Gold Derby, if the awards were held today, Wicked would walk away with this prestigious honor.

The hit musical adaptation, which has captivated audiences at the box office, is competing in four categories at this year’s ceremony. However, it is only forecasted to win the newly established Cinematic and Box Office Achievement award. This category, introduced last year to celebrate popular movies, saw Barbie as its inaugural winner.

In its other categories, Wicked faces tough competition. It is projected to lose Best Film Comedy/Musical to Anora, while Cynthia Erivo, who stars in Wicked, is expected to miss out on Best Film Comedy/Musical Actress to Anora‘s Mikey Madison. Additionally, Ariana Grande, who delivers a standout performance in Wicked, is forecasted to be edged out in the Best Film Supporting Actress race by Zoe Saldaña for her role in Emilia Pérez.

Golden Globes Prediction Polls

Over 2,300 participants have contributed to Gold Derby’s prediction polls since the Golden Globe nominations were announced on December 9, 2024. These polls combine insights from industry experts, seasoned editors, top-ranked users, and general fans to form a comprehensive forecast of the awards landscape.

Current Odds for Cinematic and Box Office Achievement:

Wicked – 4/1
Deadpool and Wolverine – 6/1
Inside Out 2 – 13/2
Gladiator II – 8/1
The Wild Robot – 8/1
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice – 9/1
Alien: Romulus – 19/2
Twisters – 19/2

Golden Globes Ceremony

The 82nd Golden Globe Awards will be held live at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on January 5, 2025. As fans and industry insiders alike eagerly await the results, Wicked continues to shine as a likely favorite in at least one key category.

For a detailed breakdown of odds and predictions across all categories, visit Gold Derby’s comprehensive charts and forums to stay up-to-date with the evolving awards race.

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