Wicked, set in the fantastical world of The Wizard Of Oz

“Are people born wicked or do they have wicked thrust upon them?” asks the opening of the trailer for Wicked, the highly anticipated film set to release in November 2024. Set in the fantastical world of The Wizard Of Oz, this is a story that explores themes of good and evil with a unique twist.

Featuring Emmy, Grammy, and Tony award-winning sensation Cynthia Erivo (known for Harriet and Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba—a young woman whose unusual green skin leads to her being misunderstood—she has yet to uncover her true potential. Alongside her stars Grammy-winning, multi-platinum artist and global icon Ariana Grande as Glinda—a popular young lady enveloped by privilege and ambition—who has yet to find her true heart.

Their paths cross at Shiz University where they form an unexpected but deep bond. However, after meeting The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship faces a pivotal moment that sets them on divergent journeys. Glinda’s relentless quest for popularity draws her towards power’s allure, while Elphaba’s commitment to authenticity brings unforeseen and startling repercussions for her future. Their remarkable escapades in Oz will eventually lead them to embrace their destinies as Glinda the Good Witch and the Wicked Witch of the West.” of the West.

Watch the trailer for Wicked here on Fanatical Fandom: