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Key Highlights
- Release Date: Wicked: For Good is set to premiere on November 21, 2025.
- Cast Announcement: Colman Domingo will portray the Cowardly Lion in the upcoming film.
- First Film Release: The first part of Wicked debuted in theaters on November 22, 2024.
- Budget: The production budget for Wicked was reported to be $145 million.
Wicked defied gravity when it came out in November 2024, and as we await the release of Wicked: For Good, fans learned that one celebrity was cast in the second film: Colman Domingo, who plays the Cowardly Lion. He joined Ariana Grande (Glinda), Cynthia Erivo (Elphaba) and a star-studded ensemble as the fate of Oz hangs in the balance. Director Jon M. Chu teased to Deadline that the Lion would be voiced by an A-lister, noting that he told Colman that his part wasn’t a “ton of lines.”
Based on the Broadway musical of the same name, the two Wicked movies feature emotional and gravity-defying songs, some led by the two female leads, in addition to eye-popping visual effects. But the story between Glinda and Elphaba is the focus and what made the original stage production a hit.
The film has been highly anticipated, not only for its star-studded cast but also for its memorable songs and compelling storyline. Fans of the musical know the story is expansive, raising the question: when can viewers expect its second film Wicked: For Good? Keep reading to get all the updates we have so far on the second movie.
When Did Wicked Part 1 Come Out?
Wicked premiered in theaters on Friday, November 22, 2024.
Wicked: For Good Release Date
The story of Oz will continue in Wicked: For Good, set to be released on November 21, 2025, as announced by the team on social media.
Wicked: For Good Trailer
Teaser and trailers for Wicked: For Good, have been unveiled by Universal Pictures in the months leading up to its November 2025 premiere.
Why Was Wicked Split Into Two Parts?
The Broadway musical features an act break dividing its story into two parts. To stay true to its theatrical roots, the filmmakers decided to split the adaptation accordingly.
How Much Did Wicked Cost to Make?
According to Screen Rant, Wicked, directed by Jon M. Chu, had a production budget of $145 million.
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