Wicked: Part One (2025) is the highly anticipated film adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical, based on Gregory Maguire’s novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West. The story serves as a reimagining of The Wizard of Oz, exploring the untold backstory of Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West, and Glinda, the Good Witch.
Set in the magical land of Oz, the film follows Elphaba, a strong-willed and intelligent young woman born with green skin, as she arrives at Shiz University. There, she meets the charming and popular Glinda, and despite their differences, they form a deep but complicated friendship. As Elphaba uncovers corruption within the Wizard’s regime, she is forced to make difficult choices that ultimately shape her destiny.
Directed by Jon M. Chu and starring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, Wicked: Part One promises breathtaking visuals, powerful performances, and iconic songs like Defying Gravity. With its themes of friendship, acceptance, and the nature of good and evil, the film is set to enchant audiences and bring a fresh perspective to the world of Oz.
