"Wicked" part two is slated to premiere in U.S. theaters on Nov. 21, 2025. Maria Cortes Gonzalez from the El Paso Times and Meredith G. White from the Arizona Republic contributed to this report.

"Wicked: Part 1," in theaters Friday, combines the whimsy of theater and magic of cinema in a rousing movie musical.

The first half of the new Wicked adaptation is loaded with movie-musical magic. Wicked Part 1 Could Inspire a Whole New ...

If you like Wicked in the theatre, chances are you’ll love the film. If you loved Chu’s work on In the Heights, you’ll definitely love this film. If you don’t like either of those things, then the ...

Even under the green makeup and against the backdrop of some hideously overwhelming CGI aesthetics, their chemistry is ...

The holiday movie season shifts into overdrive this week with two of the biggest productions of 2024, “Wicked” and “Gladiator II,” hitting theaters. Do they live up to expectations? Read on.

Wicked’ is a case where the movie builds upon the original, and in its own way even improves upon the stage version.

“Wicked” opens with the citizens of the Land of Oz celebrating the death of Elphaba the Wicked Witch (Erivo), who was done in ...

I’m a theater snob, but “Wicked” impressed me. I think the musical’s many fans will be thrilled with this magical adaptation.

Chu’s prequel and origin story — based on the long-running Broadway musical which debuted in 2003 — she’s Elphaba Thropp ...

"Wicked," Jon M. Chu's musical adaptation starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, defies the odds – and, yes, gravity.

Wicked is the latest high-profile musical to hit American cineplexes with emerging Oscar buzz. It certainly isn't Chu's first ...