Is it time for “Wicked” to conquer the Oscars , for good?

Universal Pictures’ musical fantasy sequel appears poised to match or exceed its predecessor’s impressive showing at the Academy Awards, based on the first social media reactions that were shared on Monday night.

Director Jon M. Chu’s “ Wicked: For Good ,” written by Winnie Holzman and Dana Fox, continues the story begun in 2024’s “Wicked,” which adapted the first act of the hit 2003 Broadway musical by Stephen Schwartz and Holzman. The follow-up adapts the second act, exploring the aftermath of Elphaba and Glinda’s diverging paths — one as the infamous Wicked Witch of the West, the other as the beloved Glinda the Good.

The film’s Oscar prospects look strong enough to repeat last year’s 10 nominations, cementing the two-part

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