Wicked: Part One defied gravity when it came out in November 2024, and now that Wicked: For Good is officially out, fans are ecstatic over the final ensemble performances between Ariana Grande (Glinda), Cynthia Erivo (Elphaba) and the rest of their star-studded cast.
Based on the Broadway musical of the same name, the two Wicked movies feature emotional and gravity-defying songs, some led by the two female leads, in addition to eye-popping visual effects. But the story between Glinda and Elphaba is the focus and what made the original stage production a hit.
The film has been highly anticipated, not only for its recognizable cast, but also for its memorable songs and compelling storyline. Fans of the musical know the story is expansive, raising the question: when can viewers expect its second film Wicked: For Good? Keep reading to get all the updates we have so far on the second movie.
When Did Wicked: Part One Come Out?
Wicked premiered in theaters on Friday, November 22, 2024.
Wicked: For Good Release Date
The story of Oz continues with Wicked: For Good, which was released on November 21, 2025.
Wicked: For Good Trailer
Teaser and trailers for Wicked: For Good, have been unveiled by Universal Pictures in the months leading up to its November 2025 premiere.
Why Was Wicked Split Into Two Parts?
The Broadway musical features an act break dividing its story into two parts. To stay true to its theatrical roots, the filmmakers decided to split the adaptation accordingly.
A year before the second movie’s release, director Jon M. Chu spoke to Variety about the decision to split the production into two separate films.
“When I walked in, everyone was already in high-octane mode of debating: Do we need to do this in two movies?” Jon explained. “Other scripts that were trying to fit it into one movie were stripping many songs and changing the story in ways that didn’t quite make logical, emotional sense. You can get away with that on stage, but movie audiences are tougher. As we picked apart every script, I would ask certain questions that opened a lot of discussion. It became inevitable that we had to commit to two movies.”
How Much Did Wicked Cost to Make?
According to Screen Rant, Wicked, directed by Jon M. Chu, had a production budget of $145 million.
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