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Wicked Film Debuts: Broadway Legacy Lives On

11/24/2025

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Wicked premiered on Broadway on October 30, 2003, and Part 1 of the film released on November 22, 2024.
The film stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande and features cameos by Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth.
Idina Menzel is known for Elphaba, and Kristin Chenoweth continues to perform on Broadway.
Norbert Leo Butz and Michelle Federer have pursued theater and television careers.
Wicked remains a significant part of Broadway history.

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Story summary

Wicked premiered on Broadway on October 30, 2003, and Part 1 of the film released on November 22, 2024.
The film stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande and features cameos by Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth.
Idina Menzel is known for Elphaba, and Kristin Chenoweth continues to perform on Broadway.
Norbert Leo Butz and Michelle Federer have pursued theater and television careers.
Wicked remains a significant part of Broadway history.