Everything You Need to Know Before Seeing 'Wicked: For Good'
From release date to returning cast with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, here’s everything fans need to know about 'Wicked: For Good'.
November 12, 2025
After more than two decades in development, the iconic Broadway musical Wicked finally took flight in 2024 on the big screen. Directed by Jon M. Chu and released by Universal Pictures, the first film became a global hit, and now the magic continues with Wicked: For Good.
Why Wicked was split into two movies
With the original stage musical running nearly three hours, condensing it into one film proved impossible. Rather than compromise the story or beloved songs, Chu chose to honor the show’s two-act structure by creating two full-length movies — Wicked and Wicked: For Good.
What is Wicked: For Good about
The first movie ends with Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) defying gravity as she and Glinda (Ariana Grande) uncover the truth about the Wizard (Jeff Goldblum).
The sequel continues the story from Elphaba’s perspective as Oz turns against her, even as Glinda rises as a symbol of hope.
When does Wicked: For Good premiere
The spellbinding conclusion, Wicked: For Good, soars into theaters November 21, 2025, and has already shattered records as Fandango's best first-day ticket pre-seller of 2025 and in the top-10 of all best first-day ticket pre-sellers in the company’s history.
Watch the Wicked: For Good final trailer
The official trailer, released in June, gives fans a first glimpse of the breathtaking finale. Watch it now on YouTube.
Who’s in the Wicked: For Good cast
Expect the full returning ensemble from the first film, along with new stars:
- Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba
- Ariana Grande as Glinda
- Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible
- Jeff Goldblum as The Wizard of Oz
- Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero
- Ethan Slater as Boq
- Marissa Bode as Nessarose
- Peter Dinklage as the voice of Doctor Dillamond
- Bowen Yang as Pfannee
- Bronwyn James as ShenShen
- Sharon D. Clarke as the voice of Dulcibear
- Colman Domingo as the voice of Brrr the Cowardly Lion
What is Wicked: One Wonderful Night
NBC pulled back the Emerald curtain for a once-in-a-lifetime musical event — Wicked: One Wonderful Night — a thrillifying celebration of the upcoming cinematic release of Wicked: For Good. The event celebrated the global phenomenon and its upcoming continuation on the big screen, and is now available on Peacock.
Stream Wicked: One Wonderful Night on Peacock
How can I shop Wicked before seeing Wicked: For Good
On October 1, Wicked fans in New York City found themselves on a whirlwind tour of Oz in a West Village townhouse decked out in Wicked: For Good merchandise collaborations. Short of visiting the Emerald City itself, it was the perfect setting for the expanding universe of Wicked collections including the debut of expanded home and lifestyle programs.
Missed the Open House? Not to worry, click here to see some of the many Wicked-branded home & lifestyle products and where to find them. Plus, step inside Wicked at Home with a virtual tour—and browse the collections available now.
How can I watch Wicked before seeing Wicked: For Good
Fans can catch Wicked when it airs on NBC on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 from 8 to 11:30 p.m. ET/PT, less than a year after the film’s record-breaking release in theaters. The epic film earned a whopping $756 million globally, and the highest domestic gross of any film since its November 22, 2024 release in theaters. It's also the biggest Broadway film adaptation of all-time, and racked up 10 Academy Award nominations, including a nod for Best Picture.
Also, NBC’s The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon is going full Oz ahead of the upcoming cinematic release of Wicked: For Good. The Tonight Show’s week-long celebration will feature a magical lineup of the film’s stars and special musical moments.
Be sure to get your Wicked: For Good movie tickets at wickedmovie.com.
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