Wicked: For Good (2025)
Wicked: For Good is the highly anticipated second installment of a two-part feature film adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical, based on characters from L. Frank Baum’s classic tale. Directed by Jon M. Chu, the film continues the story of Elphaba, who would later become the Wicked Witch of the West, and her complex relationship with Glinda, the Good Witch of the North. This chapter follows the evolution of their friendship, the choices that drive them apart, and the larger consequences that ripple through the magical land of Oz.
The screenplay is crafted by Winnie Holzman, Dana Fox, and L. Frank Baum, maintaining the musical’s iconic moments while expanding the cinematic world with new depth and visual storytelling. Cynthia Erivo stars as Elphaba, bringing strength and heart to the misunderstood witch, while Ariana Grande shines as Glinda, capturing the character’s charm and inner conflict.
Supporting the lead performances are Jeff Goldblum as the enigmatic Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Michelle Yeoh as the formidable Madame Morrible, and Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, the romantic interest caught between two worlds. The cast also includes Ethan Slater as Boq, Marissa Bode as Nessarose, and Peter Dinklage lending his voice to Dr. Dillamond.
Movie Details
| Title | Wicked: For Good |
|---|---|
| Release Year | 2025 |
| Director | Jon M. Chu |
| Writers | Winnie Holzman, Dana Fox, L. Frank Baum |
| Genres | Family, Fantasy, Musical, Romance |
Main Cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Cynthia Erivo | Elphaba |
| Ariana Grande | Glinda |
| Jeff Goldblum | The Wonderful Wizard of Oz |
| Michelle Yeoh | Madame Morrible |
| Jonathan Bailey | Fiyero |
| Ethan Slater | Boq |
| Marissa Bode | Nessarose |
| Peter Dinklage | Dr. Dillamond (voice) |
With grand musical numbers, heartfelt performances, and a deepening of the characters’ stories, Wicked: For Good promises to be a magical and emotional journey that will captivate audiences and complete one of cinema’s most anticipated adaptations.
