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Wicked: For Good is a forthcoming American musical fantasy feature directed by Jon M. Chu and co-written by Winnie Holzman and Dana Fox. This film is a cross sequel and prequel to Wicked (2024) and contains the second act of the Broadway musical.
Wicked: For Good is based on the novel by Gregory Maguire and L. Frank Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. The cast includes Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Marissa Bode, Michelle Yeoh, and Jeff Goldblum. It will follow Elphaba and Glinda as they accept their identities as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good.
Wicked: For Good, releasing on November 21, 2025, continues with Elphaba in hiding as she fights for animal rights, while Glinda rises as the Wizard’s chosen public figure.
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With Glinda completely assuming her role as the "Good Witch," Elphaba advancing in rebellion, and Oz enmeshed in escalating political instability, the Wicked: For Good trailer showcases character developments.
Here is a list of seven exciting reveals from Wicked: For Good's trailer.
Disclaimer: The following list is ranked in no particular order, and the opinions expressed belong solely to the author.
Elphaba meets the Tin Man and Scarecrow, and 6 other exciting reveals from Wicked: For Good's trailer
1) The arrival of Dorothy in Oz
The new trailer for Wicked: Part Two elaborates on a key moment previously hinted at in earlier trailers: Dorothy Gale’s first moments in the Land of Oz.
Viewers see a more detailed account of Madame Morrible’s control of the tornado that transports Dorothy into this universe. This storyline plays a key role in the stage musical, and the upcoming film appears to be staying true to it.
Wicked isn’t a direct prequel to The Wizard of Oz but a retelling with familiar characters and new stories. Dorothy’s journey in Oz follows the 1939 classic, showing her connection to Elphaba and her role in the unfolding drama.
2) The engagement of Glinda and Fiyero
In Wicked: For Good, the romantic tension built over the first installment turns to Glinda’s engagement to Fiyero. Their marriage, however, feels less like the romantic culmination of the first installment, and more like a calculated transaction based on Glinda’s increasing status in the Emerald City.
Fiyero’s remark that she cannot resist this after taking on her new role points to the strain in their relationship. Glinda’s response is telling but does little to mask the truth: Fiyero’s true loyalty remains with Elphaba, and his marriage to Glinda serves primarily to strengthen her position in the Wizard’s inner circle rather than resolve the earlier love triangle.
3) Fiyero as part of the Wizard's Guard
In Wicked: For Good, things get a lot darker for Fiyero. Working as the Wizard's Guard means that part of Fiyero’s personal freedom has been taken away. In the trailer, Fiyero wears the regiment's yellow-green uniform, marking him as a soldier, a stark contrast to the carefree, casual person viewers were originally introduced to.
Fiyero’s enlistment is not a disguise or a political choice but a result of a forced engagement with Glinda, whose own political maneuvering places her against Elphaba, leaving Fiyero increasingly isolated.
Despite this, his true loyalties emerge. The preview shows him secretly giving Elphaba a weapon to defend herself, keeping their bond alive while outwardly serving the Wizard, revealing his inner conflict and marking him as one of the story’s most conflicted characters.
4) The tension between Elphaba and Glinda
The developing friendship between Elphaba and Glinda, which has long been the narrative's emotional fulcrum, is at the core of Wicked. This friendship is put to the ultimate test in Wicked: For Good.
The recent trailer suggests that reconciliation may no longer be feasible, despite the fact that the two ladies are still bound together by their common past and sense of loyalty.
The video shows rising tensions as Elphaba openly criticizes Glinda's role in the Wizard's government, while Glinda struggles to balance friendship with her ambition and public image. Confrontations suggest their relationship is shifting from support to conflict.
Wicked’s characters are layered, and this narrative choice emphasizes that. Both Glinda and Elphaba have flaws and make choices that can cause harm, ensuring their tense friendship will shape the sequel.
5) Elphaba encounters the Tin Man and the Scarecrow
Two of Oz's most recognizable characters are introduced in Wicked: For Good in ways that are intricately linked to Elphaba's personal journey.
Despite only providing a brief glimpse of the Scarecrow, the trailer conveys a lot of emotion: Elphaba holds his face, clearly distraught. This scene foreshadows the Scarecrow's true identity and its significant role in her story for viewers who are not familiar with the stage adaptation.
In the preview, the Tin Man is given a more noticeable role. In a scene, Elphaba's magic is shown after his agonized exclamation of what have you done to me.
The conclusion is clear, her actions are solely responsible for his transformation. This suggests that the movie will explore his tragic beginnings, showing his origin as one of the story's heartbreaking moments.
6) Elphaba’s growing command of magic
The recent trailer for Wicked: For Good makes it apparent that Elphaba's personal growth is still crucial to the plot, even though the majority of the film is now focused on Glinda's ascent within the Emerald City. She has not been idle during her exile; rather, it seems that she has developed her skills and broadened the use of her magical power.
The video shows Elphaba's growth at key moments. When Witch Hunters approach, she commands the winged monkeys with precision, uses fire-based spells, and even lifts Nessarose into the air, marking a clear evolution from her earlier journey.
This growth ties back to her promise at Shiz University, where her magical skill first stood out. The lessons Madame Morrible once taught are now weapons against the Wizard and her former mentor, showing how Elphaba has transformed from a talented student into a powerful foe.
7) Glinda steps into the role of the good witch
Glinda remains one of Wicked's most interesting characters, torn between her desire for social recognition and admiration for Elphaba. Despite valuing Elphaba's virtues, she often makes questionable choices to protect her ambitions and need for acceptance.
The latest Wicked:For Good trailer shows Glinda complicit in the Wizard's attempts to sway public opinion, suggesting she prioritizes reputation over revealing Elphaba's true nature.
The trailer also shows her participation in Madame Morrible's propaganda, though a new song in the sequel promises more on her eventual moral awakening. Glinda's flaws remain central to her story, showing the realism that defines her character.
Viewers can look forward to all the reveals in Wicked: For Good, releasing November 21, 2025.
