"Wicked Forever" completes its story on streaming

The cinematic adaptation of the Broadway musical "Wicked" concludes with "Wicked: For Forever," set to stream on HBO Max from July 10. This second installment completes the narrative of the witches of Oz, featuring Ariana Grande as the admired Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as the compassionate, green-skinned Elphaba. The film, directed by Jon M. Chu, follows the first part which is already available on the same platform.

The story delves into the origins of the iconic characters, exploring how Elphaba and Glinda met as students at Shiz University in the Land of Oz. Their unlikely friendship forms the core of the narrative, which reimagines the classic tale of "The Wizard of Oz." The musical draws inspiration from Gregory Maguire's novel "Wicked: Memories of a Wicked Witch."

The ensemble cast includes notable actors such as Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, and Bowen Yang, contributing to the rich tapestry of this fantasy world. The adaptation promises to bring the magic and drama of the stage production to a global audience through streaming.