Wicked 2 trailer released: Find out when the sequel to Ariana Grande's hit comes out
The first full-length trailer for Wicked: For Good, the highly awaited sequel to Wicked, has been released, offering fans a glimpse into the story's darker direction.
Returning to their iconic roles, Cynthia Erivo portrays Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West, while Ariana Grande stars as Glinda, the Good Witch of the North.
The trailer opens with Glinda standing on a balcony, gazing out at a mob of angry citizens carrying flaming torches in search of Elphaba.
The dramatic conclusion shows Elphaba saying, "I'm off to see the Wizard" before flying off into the distance on her broom.
The story picks up where the first film left off, delving into the aftermath of Elphaba and Glinda's decision to part ways. Elphaba is now branded an enemy of the state of Oz, while Glinda finds herself as a public figure controlled by the Wizard.
Director Jon M. Chu, who helms the sequel, shared insights into the story's emotional trajectory: 'Our heart was broken when Glinda can't make the choice that we want her to so badly at the end of movie one, and it feels empowering for Elphaba to fly away from society. In movie two, we get to see the consequences of those choices. The temperature is up.'
As with the first film, Wicked: For Good will feature new music, with two brand-new songs integrated into the sequel's plot. Chu revealed that the songs are essential to the story, helping to drive the narrative forward.
The film will also see the return of Erivo and Grande's on-screen chemistry, which captivated fans during the first movie's promotional tour.
The pair even opened the 2025 Academy Awards with a Wicked medley. They will be joined by co-stars Michelle Yeoh, Jonathan Bailey, and Jeff Goldblum, who reprises his role as the Wizard.
The sequel, which was shot alongside the first movie in Elstree Studios, is set to be released on 21 November.
Fans can expect a darker, more intense chapter in the Wicked saga, with the stakes raised and the bond between Elphaba and Glinda put to the ultimate test.
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