One of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage, WICKED makes its journey to the big screen as a spectacular cinematic event. The untold story of the witches of Oz, WICKED stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning and Oscar®-nominated powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (HARRIET, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman misunderstood because of her green skin who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman gilded by privilege who has yet to discover her true heart.

The two meet as students at Shiz University in the fantastical Land of Oz and forge an unlikely but profound friendship. Following an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads and their lives take very different paths. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Jon M. Chu (CRAZY RICH ASIANS) Wicked is the first chapter of a two-part immersive, cultural celebration. WICKED PART TWO is scheduled to arrive in theaters on November 21, 2025.

The film also stars Michelle Yeoh, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Marissa Bode and Jeff Goldblum as the legendary Wizard of Oz.

Wicked is based on the generation-defining musical stage play with music and lyrics by legendary Grammy and Oscar® winning composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz and book by Winnie Holzman, from the bestselling novel by Gregory Maguire. The screenplay is by Winnie Holzman and Winnie Holzman & Dana Fox. The film score is by John Powell & Stephen Schwartz, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz.

10 ACADEMY AWARD NOMINATIONS!
Best Motion Picture
Best Actress – Cynthia Erivo
Best Supporting Actress – Ariana Grande
Best Production Design, Best Sound, Best Original Score, Best Costume Design, Visual Effects, Film Editing, Hair and Makeup Styling