Universal Pictures has unveiled the initial poster for the upcoming film “Wicked: For Good.” The promotional image was shared recently across various social media channels. The highly anticipated movie is slated for theatrical release on November 21, 2025.
“Wicked: For Good” serves as the second part of the cinematic adaptation, following “Wicked: Part One.” Together, these films bring to the screen the acclaimed novel “Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West” by author Gregory Maguire, which famously inspired the hugely successful Broadway musical. The storyline of the films unfolds concurrently with the familiar events of L. Frank Baum`s classic tale, “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.” The narrative primarily follows the evolving relationship and histories of Elphaba, who is destined to become the infamous Wicked Witch of the West, and Glinda, her counterpart who will become the Good Witch of the North.
Prior to this new poster release, lead actress Cynthia Erivo, who portrays Elphaba, was involved in a notable controversy stemming from fan interactions. In October, Universal Pictures had previously released a different poster, designed as a tribute to the artwork of the original Broadway musical. However, the studio`s version incorporated certain changes, specifically making Elphaba`s eyes visible and coloring her lips green. Subsequently, a fan digitally altered this updated image to make it more closely resemble the iconic look of the initial Broadway poster.
Erivo publicly reacted with significant anger and frustration regarding these fan-made edits. “This is the wildest, most insulting thing I have ever seen in my life,” the actress was quoted as saying. She continued, “It is not funny. It is not cute. It is demeaning to me. It is demeaning to all of us.” Erivo further explained that the original studio poster was a carefully considered piece of art, and her character looking directly into the camera was intended to create a connection and communication with the audience. According to her statement, removing her eyes from the image felt like an attempt to erase her presence entirely.
Finley Holt