'Wicked' fans, the wait for Part 2 is on, and it's promising a journey filled with mature themes and nuanced storytelling. Here's everything we know so far from Director Jon M. Chu.
- November 23, 2024
AceShowbiz - The musical phenomenon "Wicked" continues to captivate audiences, with its first film already in theaters. Fans are eagerly looking to the horizon for more details about the second installment, which is scheduled to hit theaters on November 21, 2025. Director Jon M. Chu offers a sneak peek into what promises to be an emotionally rich continuation of the captivating tale.
Chu teases that the second film will focus on the consequences of the choices made in Part 1, incorporating the second act of the stage musical along with some additional content and new songs.
"If Part 1 is about choices, Part 2 is about consequences," Chu reveals in an interview with Entertainment Weekly. "Choices are difficult to make, but when you do make those choices, sometimes the result isn't what you expect it to be. It can be lonely, it can be hard."
The movies are led by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo as Glinda and Elphaba repectively.
Chu hints at intense soul-searching in the second movie. "They're asking, 'Is this the right decision that you made?' " The second act of the "Wicked" stage musical is known for its darker tone, but Chu reassures fans that moments of lightness and joy remain integral to the story.
"There is lots of lightness in the movie," Chu emphasizes. "There's a lot of fun parts. We've not forgotten about that, but there's a matureness and a nuance to it that we earn from the first movie. The second movie really gets to play with [that maturity]."
The bond between Elphaba and Glinda - central to the heart of 'Wicked' - will continue to evolve, rewriting each other's stories through their enduring friendship. As for Chu, his love for musicals is evident, as he hints at future projects. "I want to do an absurd musical," he shares. "I want to do something you can just go nuts on, but I hope that I never have to stop making musicals. It's too much fun."
The anticipation for "Wicked Part 2" continues to build, promising a blend of lush storytelling, emotional depth, and memorable musical numbers that have endeared the franchise to fans worldwide.
