Wicked

(2024)

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Synopsis

The Wizard of Oz frames a green-skinned woman, making her the Wicked Witch of the West

Elphaba, also known as the Wicked Witch of the West, and Glinda the Good were once friends during their time at university. Although they initially had a difficult relationship, the two roommates at Shiz University eventually developed a strong connection. Elphaba faced the challenge of fighting against the unfair treatment of animals at the school, displaying her strong principles and impressive abilities in sorcery. Meanwhile, Glinda became preoccupied with her own beauty and her love for Fiyero, a Prince from Winkie Country, which is located in the Eastern region of the Land of Oz. Both Elphaba and Glinda possessed magical talents, and they embarked on a journey to the Emerald City to meet the Wizard of Oz. However, they soon discovered a dark secret about the Wizard, hidden behind the curtain, which left them both shocked. While Elphaba remained unwavering in her resolve, Glinda found herself at a crossroads, torn between a comfortable life in Oz and standing by her fleeing friend, facing a similar uncertain fate.

What to know

In the Heights director helms film adaptation of beloved Broadway production starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande 

Wicked: Part One is an upcoming epic musical film directed by Jon M. Chu for Universal Pictures. It serves as the first installment of a two-part cinematic rendition of the stage musical, Wicked. Its second part will be released in theatres in 2025. The musical itself draws inspiration from Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel titled Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West, as well as characters from L. Frank Baum's 1900 novel, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Chu is best known for directing such works as 2018’s Crazy Rich Asians and the 2021 musical, In the Heights. Winnie Holzman and Stephen Schwartz, the creators of the original stage production, wrote the screenplay for Wicked: Part One.

The film features a star-studded cast of talented names, beginning with Cynthia Erivo portraying Elphaba Thropp, a young woman born with green skin who later becomes known as the Wicked Witch of the West. Ariana Grande is Galinda Upland, a beautiful and popular young woman who eventually transforms into Glinda the Good Witch of the North. Jonathan Bailey takes on the role of Fiyero Tigelaar, the handsome prince from Winkie Country who later assumes the identity of the Scarecrow. Jeff Goldblum portrays the enigmatic character of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Ethan Slater plays Boq, a Munchkin who is in love with Galinda and eventually becomes the Tinman.

Academy Award winner Michelle Yeoh brings Madame Morrible to life, the Headmistress of Shiz University. Marissa Bode portrays Nessarose Thropp, Elphaba's wheelchair-bound younger sister, who is in love with Boq and later becomes the Wicked Witch of the East. Bowen Yang takes on the role of Pfannee, one of Galinda's college friends while Bronwyn James plays ShenShen, another one of Galinda's college friends. Keala Settle introduces a new character named Miss Coddle, specifically created for the film adaptation. Aaron Teoh portrays Avaric, Fiyero's friend and Colin Michael Carmichael plays Nikidik, a professor at Shiz University.

Production News

  • June 15, 2016
    • Following several unsuccessful endeavors to adapt the musical for the big screen, Universal finally scheduled the production to begin in 2019. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
  • February 7, 2019
    • The release date for the film was pushed to December 2021. (Source: Coming Soon)
  • March 31, 2020
    • The production of Wicked was halted due to COVID-19. (Source: Deadline)
  • February 1, 2021
    • Jon M. Chu is confirmed to direct the upcoming project. (Source: Deadline)
  • November 3, 2021
    • It has been officially confirmed that Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo will be the lead actors in the film adaptation of Wicked. (Source: Variety)
  • April 25, 2022
    • Universal has announced that the film adaptation of Wicked will be released in two parts. (Source: Deadline)
  • September 21, 2022
    • Jonathan Bailey officially joins the cast portraying Fiyero. (Source: Variety)
  • October 27, 2022
    • Jeff Goldblum is confirmed to be in the final stages to portray The Wizard. (Source: Variety)
  • December 7, 2022
    • Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh officially joins Wicked: Part One portraying Madame Morrible. (Source: Variety)
  • March 12, 2023
    • The official release date for Wicked: Part One is moved up to November 27, 2024. (Source: Deadline)
  • April 15, 2023
    • Chu has revealed first-look images of the characters Glinda and Elphaba, providing audiences with a glimpse of their appearances in the film. (Source: Twitter)
  • July 19, 2023
    • Production on Wicked: Part One has officially been halted with ten days left of filming due to SAG-AFTRA commencing their strike. (Source: Variety)
  • January 26, 2024
    • Filming on Wicked: Part One has officially wrapped with Chu and Grande excitedly confirming the news on their respective Instagram pages. (Source: Screen Rant)
  • February 11, 2024
    • Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are showcased in the first official trailer for Wicked: Part One. (Source: Deadline)
  • March 25, 2024
    • Chu reveals Erivo and Grande sang live during the production of the film, choosing to opt out of using canned vocal tracks: "When we were shooting it, those girls were like, ‘F— the pre-records. We’re going live.'" (Source: Deadline)

Genres

Drama, Romance, Fantasy

Production country

United States

Director

Jon M. Chu

Cast

Cynthia Erivo
Elphaba
Ariana Grande
Glinda
Jonathan Bailey
Fiyero
Jeff Goldblum
The Wizard
Michelle Yeoh
Madame Morrible
Marissa Bode
Nessarose
Ethan Slater
Boq
Bowen Yang
Pfannee
Bronwyn James
ShenShen
Keala Settle
Miss Coddle
Aaron Teoh
Avaric
Colin Michael Carmichael
Nikidik
Adam James
Glinda's Father