The cinematic adaptation of the beloved Broadway hit “Wicked” is set to land in Australian homes on January 6th, 2025, exclusively on digital platforms.
Following its record-breaking debut as the highest-grossing film adaptation of a Broadway show and earning four Golden Globe nominations—including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy— as well as recent Oscars shortlisting, “Wicked” continues to enchant audiences worldwide.
With accolades such as “Certified Fresh” and “Verified Hot” on Rotten Tomatoes, this cultural phenomenon promises to bring its magic into living rooms with a host of special features, including a sing-along version and behind-the-scenes content.
Fans will soon be able to buy or rent the film from digital retailers like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Fetch, Foxtel, Google TV, Microsoft Movies & TV, and YouTube.
Directed by Jon M. Chu (“Crazy Rich Asians,” “In the Heights”), “Wicked” is the endearing untold story of the witches of Oz, focusing on the unlikely friendship between Elphaba, played by Cynthia Erivo, and Glinda, portrayed by Ariana Grande.
The narrative follows their journey at Shiz University and the pivotal moments that lead them to fulfill their destinies as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good. The film’s dazzling cast includes Michelle Yeoh, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Peter Dinklage, and Jeff Goldblum.
The digital release comes packed with exclusive bonus content, enhancing the experience for fans and newcomers alike, including a sing along alternate feature-length version, a massive array of exclusive deleted and extended scenes, including “Shiz Gazette Introduces Fiyero” and “Elphaba’s Promise,” as well as a number of behind-the-scenes features that explore the film’s choreography, production design, and a deep dive into the Wizard’s mechanics, narrated by Jeff Goldblum
With music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, the legendary Grammy and Oscar-winning composer behind the original stage production, “Wicked” reimagines Oz as a vibrant cinematic spectacle.
Longtime fans of the Broadway musical and first-time viewers are bound to be equally captivated by its spellbinding performances and rich storytelling from the comfort of their own home.