Wicked: For Good, the second film in Jon M. Chu's two-part adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical is set to hit theaters on Nov. 21, 2025, almost a year to the day that Wicked debuted on the big screen, exploring the backstory of Elphaba Thropp (Cynthia Erivo) and Glinda Upland (Ariana Grande) as the two young witches forge an unlikely friendship during their time at Shiz University. The first reactions to the highly anticipated sequel have started to arrive online, following an early screening of the film in New York City on Oct. 27, 2025, offering an initial snapshot of whether the follow-up will match, succeed, or fall short of its predecessor.
'Wicked: For Good' First Reactions Reveal Whether the Sequel Is a Success
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