Wicked (2024) – The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz

After much waiting, the time has finally come to enjoy the first Wicked movie, which means surely everyone will be talking about Wicked Part Two soon enough.

The Tony-winning Broadway musical — a Wizard of Oz prequel ⁠based on Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West — is establishing itself as a mainstay of the holiday seasons, being adapted for not one but two major motion pictures under Universal, and more and more confirmed details about the second film are slowly trickling in.

Wicked (2024), directed by Jon M. Chu, is a highly anticipated film adaptation of the Broadway sensation that reimagines the world of Oz from the perspective of the witches. Based on Gregory Maguire’s bestselling novel, the film delves into the untold story of Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West (played by Ariana Grande), and Glinda, the Good Witch (Cynthia Erivo), long before Dorothy’s arrival in Oz.

As the two witches form an unlikely friendship and navigate their personal struggles and ambitions, the film explores themes of power, identity, and societal expectations. With its stunning visuals, enchanting musical numbers, and a star-studded cast, Wicked promises to bring the magic of the Broadway stage to life on the big screen in a grand way.

From the iconic “Defying Gravity” to the complex, emotional journey of its two leading witches, Wicked is set to be a visually spectacular and emotionally resonant cinematic event. Ready to discover the untold story behind Oz’s most iconic witches? Wicked will take you on an unforgettable journey of friendship, rivalry, and the magic of self-discovery.