As the buzz around “Wicked: For Good” continues, fans are eagerly awaiting the next chapter. With the sequel on the way, here’s what you need to know about the sequel.
New Title: “Wicked: For Good”
Universal has revealed the sequel’s title, “Wicked: For Good”. The title references the iconic song “For Good” from the musical, reflecting the deep friendship and sacrifice between Elphaba and Glinda.
“Wicked: For Good” Release Date and Cast
Wicked: For Good will hit theaters on November 21, 2025—almost a year after Part One. This gives fans just enough time to revisit the first film before diving into the next chapter.
The original cast is back, including:
- Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba
- Ariana Grande as Glinda
- Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero
- Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible
- Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard
- Ethan Slater as Boq
- Marissa Bode as Nessarose
- Expect the return of these beloved characters, with hints that Dorothy Gale may play a bigger role.
Musical Highlights: New Tunes in “Wicked For Good”
“For Good” will feature all the major songs from the second act of the musical, plus two new songs by Stephen Schwartz. One of these new tracks was co-written by Cynthia Erivo herself, which she describes as deeply personal and emotional.
Director Jon Chu confirmed this in a recent interview with Games Radar, sharing that fans can expect “maybe a new song—or two,” and that the sequel will delve deeper into the story. “We get more into the meat, and the best is yet to come with these characters,” he said.
Cynthia Erivo also opened up about the new music during an interview on the Award Chatter podcast in December 2024. She revealed that she collaborated on one of the new songs, which she described as “so special to me.” Erivo mentioned that the entire crew was moved to tears while filming the scene. She teased that the song speaks directly to the heart of Elphaba’s character, and she hopes audiences are ready for its emotional impact. Erivo also shared that For Good explores the consequences of the characters’ choices, promising that the story is not just a continuation but a true transformation, with higher stakes and richer storytelling.
Thematic Exploration: A Deeper Dive Into “Wicked”
The sequel promises to explore themes of empathy, understanding, and forgiveness. Both Erivo and Grande hint at a shift in tone, diving into more complex emotional territory for their characters. While specifics are under wraps, we know the story will pick up after Part One’s dramatic ending. Tensions rise as Glinda embraces her role, and Fiyero’s feelings for Elphaba complicate things.
While the film will stay mostly true to the musical, we may see some elements from Gregory Maguire’s novel, especially around Oz’s political landscape and Dorothy’s role. There’s speculation that Dorothy Gale will play a significant part in For Good. As Chu told Screen Rant, Dorothy’s quick cameo in Part One “is important because [it] plays a significant role in what will happen…But you’ll have to see movie 2 to know how far we go with her.” Fans are eager to see how her character will impact the evolving dynamics between Elphaba and Glinda.
Possible Trailer This Week?
As if anticipation wasn’t already high enough, there’s buzz that a teaser or trailer for “Wicked: For Good” could be released this week at CinemaCon. Fans are hoping for a first look at what’s to come, and this event may just deliver the first glimpse of the magical sequel.
Attendees at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, which officially begins today, have already spotted the first poster for the highly anticipated “Wicked: For Good”. This Wednesday, Universal Pictures will host a panel where it’s expected to reveal the first footage from the sequel.
Over the past two years, CinemaCon has offered exciting updates for Wicked: Part One, including early renditions of “Popular” and “Defying Gravity” and the official casting of Peter Dinklage as Dr. Dillamond. Fans are eagerly anticipating what new surprises the convention will bring for the next chapter of the Wicked saga.
To get ready for the sequel, revisit “Wicked: Part One” streaming on Peacock. “Wicked: For Good” premieres November 21 in theaters.
