Universal Pictures has finally announced the official title of the long-awaited sequel to “Wicked,” previously known as “Wicked: Part Two.” The film will be titled “Wicked: For Good” and, as already revealed in recent weeks, will be released in cinemas on November 21, 2025. The title of the film reflects a central theme of the plot: the profound transformation of the characters of Elphaba and Glinda, thanks to a friendship that will change for always their lives and the fate of Oz.
The success of “Wicked” at the cinema
The first chapter of “Wicked”, released on November 22, 2023, got a extraordinary success, grossing a whopping $524 million. This allowed the film to become the highest-grossing film adaptation of a Broadway musical ever in the United States, even surpassing the famous “Grease” (1978). Furthermore, he positioned himself as the second most profitable stage adaptation ever, immediately after “Mamma Mia!” (2008).
Directed by Jon M. Chu, the film boasted an exceptional cast, with Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh e Jonathan Bailey. Set before, during and after the events of The Wizard of Oz“Wicked” explored the origins of two of fantasy literature’s most iconic characters: Elphaba, the feared Wicked Witch of the West, and Glinda, the Good Witch of the North.
“Wicked: For Good”, information on the sequel
In the sequel, “Wicked: For Good”the plot will begin with Elphaba, now fully aware of her powers, but forced to face a new threat. The Witch of the West will in fact be declared an enemy of the State by the Wizard (Jeff Goldblum) and Madame Morrible (Michelle Yeoh). The film’s title suggests a radical change, not only in the lives of the protagonists, but also in their relationship with Oz. In particular, it alludes to the idea that some transformations, once they have occurred, are permanent – much like the impact that Elphaba and Glinda’s friendship will have on their destiny and that of Oz.
Dic 18, 2024Maris Matteucci
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