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Wicked: For Good Soars as Top Pre-Seller in Ireland

11/17/2025

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Wicked Sequel Launches

Wicked: For Good opens in Irish cinemas on November 21, continuing the story from the first film.
The sequel picks up after Wicked, exploring Elphaba and Glinda's evolving friendship amid Oz's changing politics.
Director Jon M. Chu adapts Act Two of the stage musical, introducing new songs and expanding arcs.
Advance ticket sales are strong, making it the best PG-rated pre-seller of all time.

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Cynthia Erivo Shines

Cynthia Erivo, a frontrunner for Best Actress, discusses her role in Wicked: For Good before its Irish release on November 21.
She highlights the film's music and drama and expresses excitement about a new song with Stephen Schwartz.
Erivo reflects on evolving perceptions of good and evil and how production deepened her understanding.
She praises director Jon M. Chu for capturing characters' humanity and says experience has impacted audiences' self-perception.

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Historical Context

"Wicked," which premiered on Broadway in 2003, reinterprets characters from L. Frank Baum's "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" through the lens of friendship and morality. Based on Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel, the musical has grossed over $1 billion, becoming a cultural phenomenon. Its upcoming sequel, "Wicked: For Good," continues to explore themes of good and evil, reflecting ongoing societal debates.

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Wicked Sequel Launches

Wicked: For Good opens in Irish cinemas on November 21, continuing the story from the first film.
The sequel picks up after Wicked, exploring Elphaba and Glinda's evolving friendship amid Oz's changing politics.
Director Jon M. Chu adapts Act Two of the stage musical, introducing new songs and expanding arcs.
Advance ticket sales are strong, making it the best PG-rated pre-seller of all time.

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