Jon M. Chu really did not want to call his next movie Wicked

Wicked’s Jonathan Bailey Teases ‘Tonal Shift’ Of The Second Movie
Fans are eager to see how that acclaimed movie does at the Oscars, and if it joins the ranks of musicals that have won Best Picture. But the sequel For Good is arriving this November, and actor Jonathan Bailey recently teased the "tonal shift" of the second movie.
‘Wicked’ Director Jon M. Chu Defends ‘For Good’ Sequel Title: ‘Who Wants a Movie Called “Wicked: Part Two”?’
“ Wicked: Part Two’s” official title, “Wicked: For Good,” prompted some mixed reactions online when it was first revealed in December. Director Jon M. Chu, however, believes the title of the second installment has certainly been changed for the better.
‘Wicked’ director Jon M. Chu hopes we can all channel a bit more Elphaba
Contemplating making "Wicked" amid the pandemic, director Jon M. Chu found powerful meaning in Elphaba’s words: “Something has changed within me, something's not the same.”
Jon M. Chu really did not want to call his next movie Wicked: Part Two
For a guy who’s spent the last several years of his life taking a well-known pop culture artifact and breaking it into two distinct parts, Jon M. Chu sure does have a lot of contempt for calling films “Part Two.
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Jon M. Chu on Being 'Harrassed' to Release Shirtless Jonathan Bailey Scene in Wicked
Jon M. Chu chats with ET's Rachel Smith at the 2025 National Board of Review Gala in New York City, where he reflects on his recent Golden Globes win and gives fans a glimpse of what’s ahead for 'Wicked: For Good.
‘Wicked’ Earns Record $70 Million for Universal in First Week of Premium On-Demand
The remarkable box office success of “Wicked” has spilled over into its first week of release on premium on-demand (PVOD), as ...
‘Wicked’ is now streaming online, here is where to watch it
The box office hit "Wicked" is now available to stream online for those looking to relive the magic or see it for the first ...
‘Wicked’ Sings to Record $70M in Premium VOD Sales in 1st Week as It Nears $700M at Global Box Office
The record-smashing musical has been a huge win for Donna Langley and NBCUniversal's film empire, which have proven that a movie can still be a big draw in theaters even if it goes to home ...
‘Wicked’ Comes To Digital, But When Will the ‘Wicked’ Movie Be Streaming On Peacock?
Wicked ‘s streaming release date on Peacock has not yet been announced, but we know that Wicked will stream on Peacock ...
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'Wicked' becomes highest-grossing film based on a Broadway musical. Here's what it beat.
"Wicked" isn't finished defying gravity at the box office. After more than a month in theaters, the hit film has set a new record as the highest-grossing movie based on a Broadway musical ever ...
‘Wicked’ at the Golden Globes: From That “Holding Space” Meme to Michelle Yeoh “Serving Mother”
The Jon M. Chu film starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande only won one award but it was at the center of fun moments ...
‘Wicked’ makes its streaming debut — How to watch the movie on Prime Video
“Wicked” is streaming on platforms like Prime Video now! The “Wicked” digital release date was December 31, 2024. “Wicked” ...
'Wicked' movie is now available on streaming. Here's where to rent or purchase it
The movie adaptation of the hit Broadway musical "Wicked" is available to stream at home starting Dec. 31, 2024. Physical copies of the movie will be available for purchase starting Feb. 4, 2025.
How Many Golden Globes Did Wicked Win in 2025?
The 82nd Golden Globe Awards recently took place, celebrating the best talents of 2024, from directors to actors. The event ...
'Wicked' Becomes Biggest Broadway Box Office Smash, Overtaking 'Mamma Mia'
Wicked the musical has developed a large and passionate fan base and has received four nominations at the Golden Globe Awards ...
Cynthia Erivo Casts a Spell: How Her Elphaba Changed ‘Wicked’ for Good
So why does it seem as if she might have been born to play the iconic Wicked Witch of the West in “Wicked,” Jon M. Chu’s ...