The land of Oz isn’t finished with us yet. Universal Pictures has confirmed that Wicked: For Good, the sequel to last year’s Wicked: Part One, will arrive in theaters on November 21, 2025. With a trailer already unveiled and fresh glimpses of Dorothy teased, anticipation for the musical conclusion is climbing.
Why Wicked: For Good Matters for Oz’s Story
The Wicked duology adapts the hit Broadway musical into two parts, with Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda. The first installment earned strong box office returns and positive word of mouth, setting high expectations for the finale. Wicked: For Good promises to weave the classic Oz mythology into its climax, including the long-awaited introduction of Dorothy.
Universal debuted the first trailer at CinemaCon, offering a deeper look at Elphaba’s rebellion, Glinda’s ascent, and the larger forces shaping Oz. Footage confirmed a darker tone, amplified by new music and expanded character arcs.
When does Wicked: For Good release and how can you watch it?
The film opens in U.S. theaters on November 21, 2025. It will screen in RealD 3D, IMAX, Dolby Cinema, 4DX, ScreenX, and D-Box. After its theatrical run, it will stream first on Peacock, later on Prime Video, and eventually rotate back to Peacock.
Who’s in the cast of Wicked: For Good?
Erivo and Grande reprise their roles as Elphaba and Glinda, with Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, Ethan Slater as Boq, Marissa Bode as Nessarose, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, and Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard. Dorothy is confirmed to appear, but Universal has yet to announce casting.
How does Wicked: For Good conclude the story?
As the second half of the duology, Wicked: For Good adapts the final acts of the Broadway show, drawing together themes of friendship, power, and sacrifice. Composer Stephen Schwartz has hinted at original music additions tailored for the film, expanding the score beyond the stage version.
Watch the Trailer
The official trailer for Wicked: For Good is available from Universal Pictures. Watch it below for a first look at Oz’s final chapter.
Flix FAQs
Q: When does Wicked: For Good release and where can I watch it?
A: Wicked: For Good releases exclusively in theaters on November 21, 2025, from Universal Pictures. It will later stream on Peacock, then Prime Video, before rotating back to Peacock.
Q: Who plays Dorothy in Wicked: For Good?
A: Dorothy appears in the sequel, but Universal has not officially announced the actress portraying her.
Q: Is Wicked: For Good the final movie in the story?
A: Yes. Wicked: For Good is the concluding chapter of the two-part adaptation of the Broadway musical.
The Bigger Picture
Wicked: For Good represents the crescendo of one of Broadway’s most beloved stories on screen. By splitting the adaptation into two films, Universal aims to give the saga the full sweep of a fantasy epic. The sequel will not only close the loop on Elphaba and Glinda’s friendship but also finally bring Dorothy into this retelling of Oz. The film answers the question of how one of modern theater’s defining musicals lands when translated into Hollywood spectacle.
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