Wicked was the most popular film in the UK during 2025 according to The British Association for Screen Entertainment (BASE) which is in association with the Official Charts Company.
The film follows Elphaba and Glinda, played by musicians Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande respectively as they navigate chaotic life at Shiz University and beyond.
Filmed entirely in the UK and also starring leading-man Jonathan Bailey, Wicked quickly soared to the top of the sales charts in 2025, selling & renting 1.4m units which equates to a value of £17.7m.
Liz Bales, Chief Executive, BASE commented on the strong numbers saying:
“The UK entertainment industry is a globally admired powerhouse of talent and innovation that has excelled in 2025. Whether it is buying, renting, streaming or in cinemas: UK supported and created film and TV shows continue to deliver for audiences.
“As we move to embrace exciting new partnerships across the industry, and welcome Government’s recognition and support for the economic contribution of the Creative Industries, 2026 is set to offer exciting change, further growth and a wealth of brilliant and beautiful new stories.”
