Malevolent Musical: Watch, Awards, Reviews, Preview, Cast, and All We Know So Far About the Production
Get ready to step into the magical world of Oz once again, as the much-anticipated film adaptation of the hit Broadway musical Wicked graces the big screen! Originally debuting on Broadway in 2003, this tantalizing tale takes you on a journey before Dorothy ever set foot in the enchanted land, exploring the intricate friendship between two witches – Elphaba and Glinda.
With the musical's catchy tunes and engaging narrative, it's no wonder that it earned nine Tony Award nominations and won three, becoming a phenomenon that's still captivating audiences more than two decades later. So buckle up and tune your broomsticks, because this Oz-filled adventure will have you spellbound!
Stamp Your Ticket to Wicked
Wicked is now playing in theaters nationwide, and if you can't catch it live, you can watch the first half of the stage production at home via digital on-demand platforms in the US and UK.
Wicked Part One paves the way for Wicked Part Two (also known as Wicked: For Good), which is already marked down on the calendar for November 21, 2025.
A Tale as Old as Dirt - Wicked's Plot
Universal Pictures gives us a sneak peek into the story through their official synopsis:
"Bearing the names of both the kind and the wicked, two young women, Elphaba and Glinda, meet as students at Shiz University in Oz and forge an unlikely but profound friendship. Their encounter with the Wizard of Oz leads to a crossroads, causing their lives to take very different paths. As Glinda's hunger for popularity consumes her, and Elphaba's unwavering determination to remain true to herself yields unexpected consequences, they experience extraordinary adventures in the Land of Oz that will eventually define their destiny as Glinda the Good Witch and the Wicked Witch of the West."
The Crew: Acknowledgment and Powerhouse
Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award winner Cynthia Erivo takes the screen as Elphaba, while global superstar and Grammy winner Ariana Grande portrays Glinda. Their iconic roles from the stage will be brought to life on the big screen in this highly-anticipated film adaptation.
Erivo, an Oscar nominee for the film Harriet and a seasoned performer on the stage, will bewitch you with her unique talent. Grande, a Grammy-winning singer and songwriter who has sold over 85 million records, steps into a challenging acting role, drawing you into her spell alongside Erivo.
The rest of the Wicked cast includes a dazzling array of stars like recent Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard, Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, and Ethan Slater as Boq, to name a few.
A Glimpse Behind the Curtain - Photos and Trailers
Director Jon M. Chu shares some enticing photos from the movie, giving fans a first look at the transformation of Erivo's Elphaba and Grande's Glinda. The trailers also give a tantalizing taste of the Broadway show's most iconic songs and the film's star-studded cast.
General Consensus - Reception and Awards
As of December 4, Wicked is considered "Certified Fresh" on Rotten Tomatoes, which, coupled with its numerous award nominations and wins, indicates that critics and audiences alike agree on its enchanting appeal.
Jon M. Chu: The Maestro of Musicals
Known for his work on musicals like Step Up 2: The Streets, Step Up 3D, In the Heights, Crazy Rich Asians, and Now You See Me 2, director Jon M. Chu is no stranger to creating the magical tapestry that is Wicked. He has also appeared as a producer on several projects, including G.I. Joe: Retaliation, Jem and the Holograms, and recent television projects such as Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration and The Company You Keep. Get ready to be bewitched as Chu masterfully weaves together the powerful tale of Wicked!
- The much-anticipated film adaptation of the hit Broadway musical Wicked, featuring the intense friendship between two witches – Elphaba and Glinda, is now playing in theaters nationwide.
- If you can't catch Wicked live, stream the first half of the stage production at home via digital on-demand platforms in the US and UK.
- Wicked Part Two, known as Wicked: For Good, is scheduled for November 21, 2025.
- Cynthia Erivo plays Elphaba, while Ariana Grande portrays Glinda in the film adaptation, bringing their iconic roles from the stage to the big screen.
- Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award winner Cynthia Erivo, an Oscar nominee for Harriet, and global superstar and Grammy winner Ariana Grande step into the challenging roles for this high-anticipated film.
- The cast includes an impressive array of stars such as Michelle Yeoh (as Madame Morrible), Jeff Goldblum (as the Wizard), Jonathan Bailey (as Fiyero), and Ethan Slater (as Boq).
- Get swept away by the tantalizing trailers, giving fans a glimpse of the Broadway show's most iconic songs and the film's star-studded cast.
- Wicked, directed by Jon M. Chu, is considered "Certified Fresh" on Rotten Tomatoes, receiving numerous award nominations and wins, proving to be enchanting for both critics and audiences.
