The highly anticipated Wicked: For Good has officially debuted its first footage, offering audiences an electrifying glimpse into the second half of Universal’s two-part adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical. Premiering exclusively at CinemaCon 2025, the teaser sets the stage for the thrilling conclusion of Elphaba and Glinda’s intertwined destinies. In doing so, it brings their story—and the fate of Oz—to a climactic finish. With the film set to hit theaters on November 26th, excitement and anticipation continue to climb.
A First Look At The Grand Finale
During the exclusive CinemaCon presentation in Las Vegas, Universal showcased never-before-seen footage, teasing new developments and a darker, more intense second act. The teaser opens with Glinda played by Ariana Grande-Butera stepping into the night, her expression a mix of fear and urgency as cracks appear in the glass surrounding her. “Elphaba, I know you’re out here,” she calls out. “Just come in before the monkeys spot you.” A shadow emerges behind her. It’s Elphaba. “There’s no going back…This is between the Wizard and me” she says solemnly.
Take A Trip To OZ In The New Trailer
The stakes escalate as Fiyero played by Jonathan Bailey, now commands a squadron, and Elphaba takes her fight to the skies, writing a defiant message in the clouds: “Our Wizard Lies”. Meanwhile, Glinda returns to the tower where she last saw her friend. In a poignant moment, she rests her head on Elphaba’s shoulder. “Think of what we could do together,” she whispers.
Betrayal and high drama unfold as Fiyero aims a pistol—first at Elphaba, then at the Wizard himself. “You’re the only friend I ever had,” Elphaba confesses, to which Glinda solemnly responds, “And I have so many friends”. In the final moments of the teaser, Elphaba, with a determined look, pulls her broom towards her using magic. “I’m off to see the Wizard,” she states before soaring away into the darkness.
A Bold And Ambitious Adaptation
Although the teaser remains exclusive to CinemaCon attendees, its debut signals the scale and spectacle director Jon M. Chu is bringing to this final installment. With dazzling magic sequences, breathtaking flying scenes, and the grandeur of Elphaba’s rebellion, Wicked: For Good is shaping up to be an unforgettable cinematic event.
Unlike Wicked: Part One, which delved into Elphaba and Glinda’s friendship and the misunderstood origins of the Wicked Witch, this sequel shifts into the high-stakes events of The Wizard of Oz, now told through Elphaba’s eyes. Wicked: For Good will explore the battle for Oz, the repercussions of Elphaba’s defiance, and Glinda’s rise to power amid the Wizard’s propaganda.
A Theatrical Spectacle Worth Waiting For
While Universal’s decision to split the adaptation into two films was initially met with skepticism, this first look suggests that the studio is giving the story the grand-scale treatment it deserves. If the teaser is any indication, audiences can expect a visually stunning, emotionally powerful, and deeply immersive experience.
With powerhouse performances from Cynthia Erivo, Grande-Butera, and Bailey, alongside an ambitious narrative that expands on the musical’s legacy, Wicked: For Good is gearing up to be a cinematic phenomenon. As the final curtain rises on this spellbinding adaptation, fans are in for a magical, heart-wrenching, and memorable journey when Wicked: For Good soars into theaters this Thanksgiving.
