“Wicked 2”: everything we know about the sequel

We still have a lot to tell about Elphaba’s (Cynthia Erivo) story. Something that became clear in the epic final scene Wickedwhich left the door open to explore what happens now that the green-skinned Shiz University student has gained his freedom. Even more interesting is what will happen to the Kingdom of Oz after the Wizard (Jeff Goldblum) reveals his true colors and intentions. Something that includes the fate of the talking animals of the mythical territory, are discriminated against and are on the verge of extinction.

Of course, it was always clear that the story told in Jon M. Chu’s film would be split into two parts. Especially since both were recorded at the same time and therefore the split was a production decision that allows for a better story to be told. Based on the book Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West (1995) by Gregory Maguire, the film delves into what happened before Dorothy arrived in Oz. Twist allows you to explore the life of an evil witch. which the girl will face and ultimately win.

However, it is also the story of Galinda/Glinda (Ariana Grande), Prince Fiyero (Jonathan Bale), Nessarose (Marissa Bode) and Bok (Ethan Slater). So the sequel promises to delve into each of their lives and what happened after Elphaba first defied gravity. An advantage that allows a magical story to convey all the charm of not only a Broadway play, but also the complex world that the book trilogy describes.

The sequel changes its name

One of the latest news about the second part Wickedis that the title changes. Throughout much of the production of the first film, there was concern that the film’s title did not indicate that there would be a part two. The lack of a “Part One” expansion has caused a flood of ink on this topic. In particular, due to the possibility that, in an attempt to make the project more profitable, It was decided to summarize this story in one part.

Of course, that’s not how things happened. After the premiere, when the entire cast commented on the sequel, the upcoming film was renamed. Evil part two. At least that’s what the specialized press and members of the film crew called it.to indicate the future continuation of the story.

Only this turned out to be a preliminary name. On December 16, Universal Pictures unveiled a new logo and title for the film: Evil: For good. A play on words referencing one of Elphaba and Glinda’s most famous songs. In the tune, they both acknowledge how they impacted each other’s lives, only to come to the conclusion that it was for the better. A sign that the friendship between the witches of Oz will continue to be important in the story. just like in the Broadway production.

An increasingly emotional story

That the sequel’s title indicates it will stay true to the theatrical release is good news for fans. Wicked It surprised and moved in its commitment to the source material, without losing the ability to add elements that make the story more compelling. In particular, by providing more context about the family and circumstances of Elphaba, Glinda and Fiyero.

Evil: For goodMoreover, he will delve into the most sinister side of the argument. This is when the witches of Oz leave the protected and peaceful environment of Shiz to become political enemies. Elphaba must meet the Wizard of Oz and try to prevent his policy of discriminating against talking animals from spreading. On the other hand, Glinda, by choosing not to escape, will end up becoming the representative of the evil ruler’s government. The situation is becoming increasingly tense and complex. it will end with both of them facing each other.

Of course, the film will also show the evolution of the complex love triangle between Glinda, Fiyero and Elphaba, in addition to its difficult conclusion. To this we must also add that by the end of the film all the heroes will find their destiny. A harrowing twist involving the deaths of Elphaba and Nessarose, the arrival of Dorothy – and what it means for Oz – and the fall of the Wizard, the revelation of his true identity.

The second part is more mature and dark.

Evil: For goodIt also faces the challenge of tying up loose ends left in the first film. A topic that the director commented on in various interviews during the premiere of the latter. “If Part 1 is about choices, Part 2 is about consequences,” Jon M. Chu told the magazine Entertainment Weekly. “Choices are hard to make, but when you make them, sometimes the outcome is not what you expect. “I may be lonely, it may be difficult.”

The director also announced that the film will be more mature by focusing on its characters. In particular, because both the witches of Oz and the rest of the people around them will have to rethink their goals, successes and the future that awaits both the land of Oz and themselves. Which will ultimately create an irreparable rift in some relationships and lay the groundwork for the future liberation of the mythical kingdom from the Wizard’s oppression. All topics that are in the second part Wicked must be carefully studied and in-depth.

New musical themes for a more ambitious idea.

Wicked He included in his plot all the songs included in the play on Broadway. Composer Stephen Schwartz, the author of the original soundtrack, supervised the arrangements, to which he made some additions. Among them are some stanzas or speeches consisting of voice only, which eventually become songs. What he gave the film was a curious combination of traditional musical and which retained much of the essence of his stage version.

Instead of, Evil: For goodwill feature two new songs written and arranged by Schwartz. There are no details yet about what scene the unpublished compositions correspond to and what role they will play in the development of the plot. But obviously this is a way to complicate the story.

Often, Wicked It was criticized because its ending is much simpler than the beginning, which tells what happened at Shiz University. Therefore, it is assumed that the composer seeks to correct the criticism, Now I give a new shine to the completion of the work.

First trailer, which will likely take some time to come out

Despite the enthusiasm for Wicked and the success it achieved at the box office is most likely the film’s first trailer. Evil: For goodI’m late. Especially since Universal will be focusing on promoting the first film ahead of awards season. Especially now, when a significant part of the specialized press considers him a strong contender for the Oscars.

But this is not a problem to worry about. Wicked released its first trailer at the 2024 Super Bowl. Considering that the film has already been shot, it is likely that the trailer could be released on the same day or by mid-March 2025 at the latest.

A premiere that will go down in history

Evil: For goodwill be released in North American theaters on November 21, 2025. The day before the anniversary of the premiere of the first. As you remember, the latter debuted in theaters on November 22, 2024. This is an ingenious strategy thatThis will allow the saga to complete its journey into cinema.