The first full-length trailer for 'Wicked: For Good,' the sequel to 'The Wizard of Oz' spin-off film, has been released, offering fans a glimpse into the conclusion of the story. The film, starring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, is set to be released on November 21 and will feature two new songs.
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️The first full-length trailer for 'Wicked: For Good,' the sequel to 'The Wizard of Oz' spin-off film, has been released, offering fans a glimpse into the conclusion of the story. The film, starring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, is set to be released on November 21 and will feature two new songs.
Trending- 1 2005: Gregory Maguire's novel published.
- 2 Broadway and West End musical: Hugely successful adaptation.
- 3 December 2022 - January 2024: Two 'Wicked' films shot simultaneously at Elstree Studios, with production interrupted by the Hollywood actors' strike.
- 4 2024: 'Wicked' (first film) was the highest-grossing movie of the year in the UK and scored 10 Oscar nominations, winning two.
- 5 March: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande jointly opened the Academy Awards with a 'Wicked' medley.
- 6 Wednesday: The first full-length trailer for 'Wicked: For Good' was released.
- 7 November 21: 'Wicked: For Good' is scheduled for release.
- Increased anticipation for the film
- Fans get a glimpse of the sequel's plot and new songs
What: The first full-length trailer for 'Wicked: For Good,' the sequel to 'The Wizard of Oz' spin-off film, has been released. The film will conclude the story of Elphaba and Glinda, picking up after their decision to part ways, with Elphaba as an enemy of the state of Oz and Glinda controlled by the Wizard. It will feature two brand new songs.
When: Wednesday (trailer released); 21 November (sequel release date); December 2022 and January 2024 (films shot simultaneously); 2024 (Wicked was highest-grossing movie in UK); March (Erivo and Grande opened Academy Awards).
Where: Oz (fictional); Elstree Studios (Borehamwood, UK); Hollywood.
Why: To promote the upcoming sequel film and provide fans with a preview of the story's conclusion.
How: The trailer was released. The film was adapted from a hugely successful Broadway and West End musical, which itself was based on Gregory Maguire's 2005 novel, and split into two movies shot simultaneously.