They’re BFFs now.
Logline
Universal Pictures releases a featurette highlighting the powerful bond of friendship in the upcoming ‘Wicked’ movie adaptation, starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.
Breakdown
- Released by Universal, the featurette is named “The Powerful Bond of Friendship.”
- Focuses on the relationship between lead characters Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) and Glinda (Ariana Grande).
- Offers behind-the-scenes glimpses and interviews with the cast.
- ‘Wicked’ is set to hit theaters in November 2024.
Plot Beats
- Follows Elphaba and Glinda, who meet at Shiz University in Oz.
- Their friendship faces challenges and takes them on different paths due to an encounter with the Wizard of Oz.
- Elphaba remains true to herself, experiencing profound consequences.
- Glinda is seduced by power, resulting in her transformation into Glinda the Good.
- Narrates their destinies as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good.
Cast and Crew
- Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba
- Ariana Grande as Glinda
- Featuring: Michelle Yeoh, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Marissa Bode, Bowen Yang, Bronwyn James, Keala Settle, and Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard of Oz.
- Directed by Jon M. Chu.
Buzz and Highlights
- ‘Wicked’ is a much-anticipated adaptation of the beloved stage musical.
- The movie is expected to be a generation-defining cinematic event.
- The real-life friendship between Erivo and Grande adds authenticity to their on-screen relationship.
- The featurette emphasizes the joy and camaraderie on set.
Production Notes
- Directed by Jon M. Chu, known for ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ and ‘In the Heights.’
- Adapted from the stage musical by Winnie Holzman and Stephen Schwartz.
- Produced by Marc Platt and David Stone.
- Based on Gregory Maguire’s novel ‘Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West.’
Closing Credits
‘Wicked’ is set to release in theaters on November 22, 2024, with a sequel scheduled for November 26, 2025. Mark your calendars and witness the magical journey in the fantastical Land of Oz.
Watch the “Powerful Bond of Friendship” featurette below:
Rewatch the teaser trailer here.
