New Wicked: For Good Opening Soon
Wicked: For Good premieres in theaters on Friday, November 21. The first Wicked movie, released in November 2024, quickly became a cultural phenomenon.
Story Background
The film adapts the beloved Broadway musical and explores how Glinda (Ariana Grande), the Good Witch of the North, and Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), the Wicked Witch of the West, were once friends and college roommates.
However, a chain of events separated them and turned them into the famous "enemies."
Plot Recap from the First Movie
At the end of the first film, Elphaba and Glinda arrive at the Emerald City to seek help from the Wizard of Oz (Jeff Goldblum) to stop the voices of Ozian animals from disappearing.
"It turns out the Wizard himself is behind the chaos, and he wants Elphaba to help him in his overarching plans for Oz."
Elphaba refuses and escapes Oz, determined to save the animals independently, while Glinda stays behind, seemingly gaining favor with the Wizard and the establishment.
What Awaits in the Sequel
The story continues in Wicked: For Good, promising a new interpretation of the musical’s ending with many surprises still to come.
Fans of the Broadway show will recognize the broad strokes but can expect unique twists in the sequel.
Stream Wicked: One Wonderful Night only on Peacock.
Summary
The sequel Wicked: For Good expands on the complex relationship between Glinda and Elphaba, offering fresh story elements while honoring the original musical’s spirit.