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Colman Domingo Cast as Cowardly Lion in Wicked

10/21/2025

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Domingo Joins Wicked

Colman Domingo (actor) is cast as the voice of the Cowardly Lion in Wicked: For Good, releasing November 21, 2025.
The announcement appeared in an Instagram video showing Domingo with stuffed lions and the caption "See you in Oz."
The Lion's backstory will explore his feelings of blame toward Elphaba for his cowardice.
Director Jon M. Chu said he reached out to Domingo on Instagram and secured his participation.

History

Historical Context

The 1939 film "The Wizard of Oz," produced by MGM at a cost of approximately $2.8 million, became a cultural landmark, introducing the Cowardly Lion, voiced by Bert Lahr. Its themes of courage and self-discovery resonate through adaptations like Colman Domingo's portrayal in "Wicked: For Good," reflecting the enduring legacy of Oz in popular culture since its original release.

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Domingo Joins Wicked

Colman Domingo (actor) is cast as the voice of the Cowardly Lion in Wicked: For Good, releasing November 21, 2025.
The announcement appeared in an Instagram video showing Domingo with stuffed lions and the caption "See you in Oz."
The Lion's backstory will explore his feelings of blame toward Elphaba for his cowardice.
Director Jon M. Chu said he reached out to Domingo on Instagram and secured his participation.

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