ECNETNews is excited to announce that a brand new video for the upcoming film adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical Wicked has been released. This highly-anticipated adaptation will unfold in two parts, with Wicked: Part One set to hit theaters on November 22, 2024, and Wicked: Part Two scheduled for November 26, 2025.
What does the Wicked movie video reveal?
The newly released video offers fans a sneak peek behind the scenes, showcasing the creative team’s efforts to vividly bring the enchanting world of Elphaba and Glinda to life. The footage emphasizes the impressive world-building undertaken by the production crew, featuring numerous detailed and immersive large-scale sets that capture the essence of the land of Oz.
Based on the bestselling novel by Gregory Maguire and the Tony-winning stage musical, the Wicked films are directed by Jon M. Chu, with a screenplay crafted by the musical’s book writer. The film features a star-studded cast, including Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, Ariana Grande as Glinda, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, and Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard of Oz, among others. Stephen Schwartz, a three-time Oscar-winning composer and lyricist, lends his musical talents to both films, which are produced by Marc Platt Productions.
The official synopsis describes the film as an exploration of the untold story of the witches of Oz: Elphaba, a young woman with unique green skin who has yet to awaken her true power, and Glinda, a privileged and ambitious young woman who is still searching for her heart. Their journey begins at Shiz University in the fantastical Land of Oz, where they form an unexpected yet profound friendship. Following their encounter with the Wizard of Oz, their lives take dramatically different directions—while Glinda’s quest for popularity pulls her toward power, Elphaba’s commitment to authenticity leads to unforeseen consequences. Their remarkable adventures will ultimately shape their fates as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.
