Wicked 2024 Movie & Wizard of Oz 2024 Film News & Trailers

Universal Pictures figured out a way to bridge the generation gap.

“Wicked” will be released on November 22, 2024; a sequel is scheduled for release on November 21, 2025.

“Wicked” is a two-part film adaptation of the stage musical. The stage musical was based on a 1995 novel by Gregory Maguire and characters from L. Frank Baum’s novel “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” was published in 1900. (Per Wikipedia.)

This is flipping hilarious to me. Let me explain. I know I’m telling my age with this story, but hear me out.

The first television broadcast of “The Wizard of Oz,” starring Judy Garland as Dorothy, was in 1956. In my childhood home, watching this cinematic wonder every year was TRADITION! In my memory, even though the yellow brick road wasn’t yellow, the red ruby slippers were not red, and there was no green in the Emerald City (because we had a black and white TV) … watching this dream-like film year after year was enchanting … mesmerizing … other-worldly.

I planned to carry on the tradition when I became a mother. By then, there was no need to wait for an annual TV broadcast. You could buy a videotape or a DVD for your home entertainment library. OR … you could even go to your local library and check it out. I chose to check out the video from to the local public library and I’m glad I did. WHY? Because it would have been a waste of money to buy it for our home library. MY kids just weren’t all that thrilled.

I couldn’t believe it! The video from the library was IN COLOR!! They could see that the yellow brick road was YELLOW and Dorothy’s ruby red slippers were RED … and … and … What do you mean it’s … BORING!!

“Yeah mom! This isn’t all that great! Sorry. Got any other movies we can watch?”

WHAT?? Do they realize that at one time this movie was one of the most-watched events in television history??!! IT’S A CLASSIC!

(Huge sigh.) Years have passed. Now I have grandchildren. I just watched the official trailer for “Wicked”, starring Ariana Grande as Galinda Upland, who will become Glinda, the Good Witch of the North; and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, who will become the Wicked Witch of the West.

I never imagined these two witches had a story BEFORE Dorothy.

You know what? I plan to watch this flick with or without disapproving kids or grandkids. I don’t need them ruining my quality entertainment MEtime! LOL.

Unfortunately, “Wicked” is not yet available on streaming platforms. But I’m sure it will be.

Universal Pictures owns an extensive catalog of films, including classics. They have their own platform, Peacock; plus many Universal films are already available on Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime.

Seriously! The “Wicked” trailer has me so excited! Aren’t you?

LINK OF INTEREST:

Review: ‘Wicked’ mostly still charms in return to where it all started | The Mercury News

‘Wicked 2’ Moves Up Release Date, Avoiding ‘Zootopia 2’ | Variety

TRAILER:

Universal Pictures. “Wicked – Official Trailer 2.” YouTube Video. YouTube, September 5, 2024. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqi45Qhq3CI.‌

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AlexaFAN

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191 messages 7 likes

#1 Sep 21, 2024

I'm so pumped for this movie! I've seen the Broadway musical countless times, and I'm a huge fan of the original cast recording. I'm really curious to see how the filmmakers will translate the stage show to the big screen. I'm hoping they'll keep the iconic songs and add some new ones too.

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Destiny

614 messages 26 likes

#2 Sep 21, 2024

I'm so excited about this movie! I've always wanted to see the Broadway musical, but it's just too expensive for me. I'm hoping the film will capture the magic of the stage show. I'm definitely going to see it in theaters and maybe even buy the DVD or Blu-ray so I can watch it again and again.

Ube Donut

Active Member

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#3 Sep 21, 2024

I'm a big fan of young adult fiction, and I think "Wicked" is a great example of the genre. It's a story about friendship, love, and overcoming adversity. I'm really excited to see how the filmmakers have adapted the novel for the screen."The Wizard of Oz" is a classic film that has been referenced in countless other works. I'm curious to see how "Wicked" will fit into the larger Oz mythology.

lindseymathis

Entertainment Enthusiast

188 messages 12 likes

#4 Sep 21, 2024

I'm so excited for this movie, but I can't help but wish it had been made decades ago when Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth were still young. They were absolutely perfect in the Broadway musical, and it would have been incredible to see them reprise their roles on the big screen. I know it's unrealistic to expect a movie to be made decades before it actually is, but it still feels like a missed opportunity.

Ryan Duckling

607 messages 17 likes

#5 Sep 21, 2024

GreatWhiteNorthTV

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#6 Sep 21, 2024

I'm a bit skeptical about this movie. I've seen the Broadway musical, and I'm not sure if it can be translated to the big screen without losing something. I'm hoping the filmmakers can do it justice.

Sandy Rose

Go getter

41 messages 2 likes

#7 Sep 21, 2024

I'm glad they're splitting "Wicked" into two movies. It means I can see it twice in theaters! I'm a big fan of the musical, so I can't wait to see how the filmmakers bring it to life on the big screen. I think the filmmakers are making the right decision by splitting it into two movies. It will give them more time to develop the story and characters.

danger boy

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#8 Sep 21, 2024

Apparently, a movie played a significant role in Ariana Grande's personal life. She ended up divorcing her husband after falling for her co-star, Ethan Kline, who is well-known for his portrayal of SpongeBob SquarePants in a Broadway musical. The irony of the situation is that she cheated on her husband for a man associated with such a lighthearted and innocent character. Ariana was simply following her heart... straight into the arms of a guy who's known for playing a talking sponge. What a homewrecker!

hazel

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#9 Sep 21, 2024

I'm excited to see Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo in the roles of Elphaba and Glinda. They're both incredible performers, and I think they'll do a great job in the movie. I can't wait to see how they interpret the characters.

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