The second installment of "Wicked" has received a fresh, official title.
The second installment of "Wicked" has received a fresh, official title.
The follow-up to Jon M. Chu's hit movie musical sequel, originally titled as Wicked: Part Two in the franchise, has surpriseingly been renamed to a more fitting title: Wicked: For Good. As per the official X profile of Wicked, the title change has breathed fresh life into the anticipated part two, causing a wave of excitement among fans.
With the awards season buzz surrounding the film, fans find themselves caught between pink and green with anticipation for the sequel, leaving us pondering if Wicked: Part One will be rebranded as merely Wicked or (No One Mourns the) Wicked. The clunkiness of the previous title makes the revamped titles of Wicked and Wicked: For Good more coherent.
The new title is inspired by a song from Act II of the Broadway musical Wicked, which will play a pivotal role in the next year's sequel. The song, "For Good", highlights the profound impact Elphaba and Glinda's friendship has had on both of their lives. As we patiently wait until November 21, 2025, to discover the full extent of this impact, the original Wicked: Part One is currently showcased in theaters.
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