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Surprise Actor Cast as Cowardly Lion in Wicked Film!

10/18/2025

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Summary

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Director Jon M. Chu announced a surprise actor will voice the Cowardly Lion in Wicked: For Good, premiering November 21, 2025.
Chu contacted the actor via Instagram, who enthusiastically agreed to the role.
Fans speculate about the actor’s identity, with guesses including Pedro Pascal, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Morgan Freeman.
The film will introduce Dorothy, Tin Man, and Scarecrow while focusing on Elphaba and Glinda’s evolving friendship.

History

Historical Context

The 1939 film "The Wizard of Oz," produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, introduced the Cowardly Lion, symbolizing courage and self-discovery. Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel "Wicked" reimagines this character within a darker narrative, exploring themes of power and discrimination. Jon M. Chu's upcoming film adaptation of "Wicked," set for release in 2024, reflects a modern trend of deepening character narratives in cinema.

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Story summary

Director Jon M. Chu announced a surprise actor will voice the Cowardly Lion in Wicked: For Good, premiering November 21, 2025.
Chu contacted the actor via Instagram, who enthusiastically agreed to the role.
Fans speculate about the actor’s identity, with guesses including Pedro Pascal, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Morgan Freeman.
The film will introduce Dorothy, Tin Man, and Scarecrow while focusing on Elphaba and Glinda’s evolving friendship.

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