Wicked movie introduces new scenes and characters while covering first act of musical

The new "Wicked" movie, starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, covers only the first act of the Broadway musical, with a sequel planned for late 2025. The film remains mostly faithful to the stage version, with no new songs added. New characters and scenes have been introduced, including Glinda's friends from the original book and a flashback featuring young Elphaba and her sister. A new scene emphasizes Elphaba's journey toward self-acceptance, culminating in a poignant moment with the Wizard. The film does not include post-credits scenes teasing the sequel. The second movie will feature fan-favorite songs and explore events set four years after the first film, including the construction of the Yellow Brick Road.