The wait is over! The trailer for Wicked: For Good, the second half of Universal Pictures’ dazzling two-part take on the Broadway hit Wicked, dropped on June 4, 2025, and it’s got fans losing their minds. Released during special one-night screenings of the first Wicked movie, this nearly three-minute glimpse into the next chapter of Elphaba and Glinda’s story is packed with emotion, jaw-dropping visuals, and a promise of an epic finale. Directed by Jon M. Chu, Wicked: For Good hits theaters on November 21, 2025, and this trailer has us counting down the days. Here’s why it’s got everyone buzzing.
Picking Up Where We Left Off
The trailer dives right into the aftermath of Wicked (2024), where Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba soared off into the sky, defying gravity after exposing the Wizard’s big scam. Now branded the Wicked Witch of the West, she’s on a mission to take down the Wizard’s lies and fight for Oz’s talking animals. Meanwhile, Ariana Grande’s Glinda is living her best life as Glinda the Good, dazzling the Emerald City but torn between her fancy new role and her loyalty to her best friend.
It kicks off with Glinda, sparkling in a gorgeous gown, calling out from her balcony, “Elphaba, I know you’re out there. Come out before the monkeys spot you!” Elphaba, rocking her iconic black cape, steps out and says, “There’s no going back. This is between the Wizard and me,” with the intense chords of “No Good Deed” in the background. The trailer sets up a showdown in Oz, with Elphaba’s rebellion clashing against the Wizard (Jeff Goldblum at his sly best) and the scheming Madame Morrible (Michelle Yeoh).
A Friendship That Hits You Right in the Feels
The heart of this trailer—and the whole story—is Elphaba and Glinda’s friendship. There’s a moment that’ll give you chills: Elphaba says, “You’re the only friend I’ve ever had,” and Glinda, with that perfect mix of sass and heart, replies, “And I’ve had so many friends, but only one that mattered.” Cue the tears when the melody of “For Good” kicks in. Fans on X are already sobbing, with posts like, “I’m not okay, this is gonna wreck me.” Their bond is messy, beautiful, and the core of everything, and the trailer promises it’ll carry us through the emotional finale.
You can feel the sparks between Erivo and Grande, with longing looks and heartfelt reunions that have fans screaming about their chemistry. Chu knows this friendship is the soul of the story, and he’s keeping it front and center, even with all the dazzling Oz chaos around them.
New Songs, Fresh Twists, and Dorothy Steps Up
The trailer teases some exciting new additions. Stephen Schwartz, the musical’s composer, wrote two brand-new songs—one for Elphaba, one for Glinda. We get a taste of what’s probably Elphaba’s song, and it’s powerful. Erivo said it had the crew crying on set, and you can see why. The trailer also weaves in classics like “No Good Deed” and “For Good,” with Erivo and Grande’s vocals hitting every note perfectly.
There are some big changes from the Broadway show, too. Glinda and Fiyero (Jonathan Bailey) get a full-on wedding scene, which isn’t in the stage version where they just get engaged. Chu says it makes Glinda’s choices—between Fiyero and Elphaba—even tougher. We also see more of Dorothy Gale and her crew (Scarecrow, Tin Man, Cowardly Lion) strolling down the Yellow Brick Road. Dorothy’s role looks bigger than the musical’s quick cameo, tying things closer to The Wizard of Oz. Her face stays hidden, but the Wizard’s demand for “the broom of the Wicked Witch of the West” hints at trouble.
The visuals are next-level: Elphaba skywriting “Our Wizard Lies” with her broom, angry mobs chasing her, and those creepy flying monkeys soaring through Oz’s vibrant landscapes. Returning faces like Marissa Bode (Nessarose), Ethan Slater (Boq), and Bowen Yang (Pfannee) pop up, and the sets and costumes build on the first film’s Oscar-winning magic.
A Big Reveal and Fan Hype
The trailer dropped in theaters during special Wicked screenings across the U.S. and Canada on June 4, 2025, with cool giveaways like posters. Universal dropped it online at 8:57 p.m. ET to keep fans everywhere in the loop and avoid leaks. X is exploding with reactions, with fans calling it “epic” and “a tearjerker.”
The timing’s perfect, with Cynthia Erivo hosting the Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, keeping the hype alive. Plus, a TV special, The Wicked Event Special, with the cast singing songs from both films, is set to air on NBC in November 2025 to get everyone pumped for the release.
Why This Matters
The first Wicked movie raked in over $755 million worldwide, becoming the biggest Broadway adaptation ever and snagging 10 Oscar nominations, including Best Picture. This trailer shows Wicked: For Good is going bigger, darker, and deeper, blending the musical’s second act with The Wizard of Oz vibes and fresh surprises. Chu says this is where “the meat of Wicked” lives, where “our childhood dreams crash into our grown-up selves.”
With iconic songs, new tunes, and the unforgettable friendship between Elphaba and Glinda, Wicked: For Good is shaping up to be a must-see. The trailer’s got us ready for an emotional, revolutionary ride when it hits theaters in IMAX, Dolby Cinema, and RealD 3D on November 21, 2025. As the tagline says, “You will be changed”—and this trailer makes it clear Oz is gonna leave its mark.