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Wicked Director Teases Emotional Sequel and Hints at Future Adaptations
10 Oct, 2025
Summary
- Director Jon M. Chu shared a sneak peek of the Wicked sequel at the London Film Festival
- Chu discussed the intense filming process and emotional performances from the lead actresses
- Chu revealed plans to adapt the musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat for the screen
On October 10, 2025, director Jon M. Chu thrilled London Film Festival attendees with a sneak peek of the highly anticipated Wicked sequel, Wicked: For Good. Chu pleaded with the audience not to record or photograph the clip, as the film is not set to hit theaters until November 21.
During his talk, Chu spoke extensively about the filming process, detailing the behind-the-scenes work on the 10-time Oscar-nominated production. He touched on the emotional intensity that the lead actresses, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, experienced while portraying their characters, Elphaba and Glinda. Chu noted that the same level of intensity is expected to resonate with audiences when they finally see the film.
