đ§ Wicked: For Good (2025) â The Spellbinding Conclusion to Elphaba and Glindaâs Journey
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- Jun 9
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A Wicked Sequel You Canât Miss
The enchanting world of Oz returns with even more magic, music, and drama in Wicked: For Good, the highly anticipated second installment in Universal Pictures' two-part adaptation of the hit Broadway musical. Directed by Jon M. Chu, the film is set to cast its spell on audiences when it hits theaters on November 21, 2025.
This sequel continues the captivating saga of Elphaba and Glinda, exploring the emotional fallout and legendary transformations that define their destinies â and change Oz forever.
đ Star-Studded Cast Returns
Get ready to reunite with your favorites:
Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba Thropp â the green-skinned outcast destined to become the Wicked Witch of the West
Ariana Grande as Glinda Upland â the ambitious and beloved Glinda the Good
Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero Tigelaar â the charming prince and future Scarecrow
Jeff Goldblum as The Wizard of Oz â master of illusion and manipulation
Marissa Bode as Nessarose Thropp â Elphabaâs tragic sister and the Wicked Witch of the East
Ethan Slater as Boq Woodsman â the loyal Munchkin who becomes the Tin Man
Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible â the sinister sorceress at Shiz University
Bowen Yang as Pfannee â Glindaâs fashionable friend from school
Plus, look out for a cameo by Kerry Ellis, one of Broadwayâs most iconic Elphabas.
đ” Plot: The Fate of Oz Hangs in the Balance
Wicked: For Good adapts the powerful second act of the original 2003 stage musical by Stephen Schwartz and Winnie Holzman, itself based on Gregory Maguireâs 1995 novel â a bold reimagining of The Wizard of Oz.
This time, the story unfolds both before and after Dorothyâs arrival in Oz. Elphaba and Glinda must confront the choices that define their destinies â one rising as a rebel outcast, the other as a symbol of public hope. As their friendship is tested, Oz teeters on the edge of transformation.
đŹ Behind the Scenes & Production Journey
Director:Â Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians, In the Heights)
Writers:Â Winnie Holzman & Dana Fox
Music:Â Original songs by Stephen Schwartz, score by John Powell
Cinematography:Â Alice Brooks
Edited by:Â Myron Kerstein
Filming took place in England, starting in December 2022. The shoot was briefly paused due to the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike, but wrapped up in January 2024.
đïž Release Date & Budget
Wicked: For Good will be released in theaters across the United States on November 21, 2025. With a reported budget of $150 million, fans can expect dazzling visuals, powerful performances, and unforgettable music.
đą Final Thoughts: A Must-Watch for Musical Lovers
If you were enchanted by the first Wicked film, Wicked: For Good promises an emotionally rich and visually spectacular finale. With powerhouse vocals, sweeping story arcs, and beloved characters, this movie is set to be one of 2025âs biggest theatrical events.
Donât forget to mark your calendars for November 21, 2025, and prepare to see Oz like never before.
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