Universal Pictures’ Wicked: For Good continues its successful journey beyond the big screen as the studio officially announces the film’s highly anticipated streaming and physical media release. Following its theatrical debut in the United States last month, the sweeping sequel directed by Jon M. Chu recreates the enduring power of Oz while offering audiences a deeper, more emotionally resonant chapter in the story that redefined modern musical cinema.
Reprising their celebrated roles, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande return as Elphaba Thropp and Glinda Upland, anchoring the film with performances that balance spectacle, vulnerability, and gravitas. Like its predecessor, Wicked: For Good draws inspiration from the beloved 2003 Broadway musical by Stephen Schwartz and Winnie Holzman, translating its theatrical magic into a cinematic experience that feels both intimate and epic in scope.
Per Variety, Wicked: For Good is currently available to rent or purchase via major VOD platforms including Prime Video, Apple TV, and Vudu, making it easily accessible for audiences eager to revisit Oz from home. For collectors and fans of premium formats, Universal has confirmed that the film will arrive on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on January 20th, 2026—an announcement that solidifies its place as a must-own title for physical media enthusiasts.
While a streaming debut on Peacock is expected at a later date, no official release window has been announced, further positioning the physical and digital releases as the primary way to experience the film in the near term.
Narratively, Wicked: For Good propels the story into darker, more complex territory. Elphaba, now branded as the Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile within the Ozian forest, continuing her fight for the freedom of Oz’s silenced Animals while attempting to expose the dangerous truths surrounding The Wizard, portrayed by Jeff Goldblum. In stark contrast, Glinda has become Oz’s radiant symbol of Goodness, thriving in Emerald City’s palace and embracing the privileges of fame under the guidance of Madame Morrible, played by Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh.
As Glinda’s public stature grows and she prepares for a lavish wedding to Prince Fiyero played by Jonathan Bailey, the emotional weight of her estrangement from Elphaba intensifies. Her attempts to reconcile Elphaba with The Wizard ultimately fail, setting off a chain reaction that alters the lives of Boq (Ethan Slater), Fiyero, and Nessarose (Marissa Bode), while ushering in the arrival of a mysterious girl from Kansas. With Oz on the brink of upheaval and an angry mob rising, the fate of the land rests on whether Elphaba and Glinda can reunite one final time.
At its core, Wicked: For Good is a story about perception, power, and the fragile beauty of friendship. As its physical media release approaches, the film stands as both a cinematic event and a collector-worthy conclusion. In doing so, it invites audiences to experience, reflect, and ultimately see Oz, and each other, with honesty and empathy… for good.
