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First Teaser Trailer for ‘Wicked: For Good’ Unveiled at CinemaCon, Igniting Fan Excitement
Enthusiasts of the highly successful cinematic production, Wicked, are expressing considerable anticipation following the unveiling of the inaugural teaser trailer for the upcoming motion picture. Wicked: For Good, drawing inspiration from the timeless 1939 musical ‘The Wizard of Oz’, delves into the previously untold narrative of the witches residing in Oz. Scheduled for release in November 2025, this film features Ariana Grande portraying Glinda, the Good Witch of the North, and Cynthia Erivo embodying Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West.
Exclusive Glimpse at CinemaCon
The Universal Pictures project, a sequel to the original Wicked, revealed its first glimpse at CinemaCon, an annual industry-only event showcasing exclusive Hollywood previews and upcoming films. According to reports from attendees, including entertainment news outlet Discussing Film, the initial teaser trailer for Wicked: For Good debuted at CinemaCon, held in Caesar’s Palace, Las Vegas. Discussing Film provided live updates and detailed descriptions of the exclusive footage presented during the Universal and Focus Features studio presentation.
Fan Reactions on Social Media
Enthusiastic reactions from fans flooded social media platform X following the CinemaCon teaser trailer. Comments included: “We’re finally getting a peek at Wicked For Good after all the buzz,” and “Wow so exciting, can’t wait.” Another fan expressed, “This is beyond exciting! Can’t wait to see what magic they’ve cooked up for this iconic production.” Despite the overwhelming demand from fans for Discussing Film to release the teaser online, it remains exclusive to CinemaCon attendees. Wicked: For Good boasts a star-studded cast including Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, and Marissa Bode.
Detailed Trailer Description from CinemaCon
Discussing Film provided a meticulous breakdown of the exclusive Wicked: For Good footage showcased at CinemaCon. During a panel featuring Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, director Jon M. Chu, and producer Marc Platt, attendees were presented with the new trailer. The description detailed the trailer’s opening scene: Elphaba confronting Glinda on a balcony in the Emerald City, followed by a vintage Universal Studios logo. As Cynthia Erivo’s rendition of ‘No Good Deed’ fills the soundtrack, Elphaba is depicted initiating a revolution in Oz, emblazoning ‘The Wizard Lies’ across the sky while soaring on her broom.
Key Moments Revealed in the Teaser
According to Discussing Film, the trailer then smoothly transitioned to Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s interpretation of ‘For Good.’ Visual snippets included Glinda’s wedding sequence, set on a floor illuminated by floating lights, reminiscent of a scene from director Jon M. Chu’s ‘Crazy Rich Asians.’ While Glinda’s face remains unseen in these glimpses, Dorothy and her companions are briefly shown on the yellow brick road, engaging in conversation with the Wizard. A pivotal scene reportedly features Jonathan Bailey’s Fiyero aiming a weapon at Ozian soldiers before handing Elphaba her broom. The chorus of ‘For Good’ intensifies as Elphaba and Glinda are shown holding hands, emphasizing their bond of friendship.
Climactic Confrontation and Release Date
The description highlighted a “big climatic sequence” where Elphaba confronts the Wizard in his chamber wielding her broom, culminating in a final shot of her “zooming away” from the flying wizards. The trailer concludes with the Wicked: For Good title card. The eagerly awaited Wicked sequel is scheduled for theatrical release on November 21, 2025.