If there is another thing thatWickedis known for, it’s for its music. So far, fans have only heard glimpses ofCynthia Erivo’s version of “Defying Gravity.” But things will change as this latest promo teases how other renditions of the musical’s greatest hits will sound in the upcoming film adaptation. It’s no secret that some ofWicked’s cast has a mix of those with a musical/performance background, and their talents truly shine through these short previews.
Four new songs have been added to this latest trailer, which are “Popular”, “Dancing Through Life”, “The Wizard and I”, and “What Is This Feeling?” It also showed some of the small musical moments our magical characters will have, from dancing in the Ozdust Ballroom and around Shiz University, to that fun makeover that Glinda (Ariana Grande)and Elphaba (Erivo) will partake at the moment they got along.
Wicked’s music has become popular in the musical scene. Its album won a Grammy Award in 2005 for “Best Musical Show Album.” Meanwhile, its score and Orchestrations were nominated for a Tony Award in 2004, as well as a nomination for “Best Musical.“Wicked’s album remains relevant to this day as it was streamed millions of times on Spotify, with Defying Gravity being its most popular track with over 100 million streams. In addition, the songs were referenced throughout pop culture. One notable example was in the hit TV Show,Glee, where “Defying Gravity” was featured twice in seasons 1 and 5.
What Do We Know About ‘Wicked?’
Based on the famous Broadway musical,Wickedis loosely based onThe Wizard of Ozas it tells the story of the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda Good before the arrival of Dorothy. This feature was directed byJon M. Chu, known for his work inCrazy Rich AsiansandNow You See Me 2. Aside from Erivo and Grande, this movie is set to include the talents ofJonathan Bailey,Marissa Bode,Ethan Slater,Michelle YeohandJeff Goldblum.
In an interview withEntertainment Weekly, Chu disclosed that the film adaptation will contain some changes from the source material in hopes of making the film unique. In addition, while the film is still a two-parter, the director has ensured that each installment feels satisfying to watch and viewers will see it as a complete film.
Wickedwill be defying gravity in theaters on June 17, 2025.
Wicked: Part One
The story of how a green-skinned woman framed by the Wizard of Oz becomes the Wicked Witch of the West. The first of a two-part feature film adaptation of the Broadway musical.
