Warning: tears ahead.
It’s barely been a minute since Wicked: Part One wrapped, and already Wicked: For Good is back to ruin everyone’s mascara — and by ruin, we mean absolutely decimate. The new trailer dropped during this year’s CinemaCon, and if you weren’t sobbing by the time Ariana Grande sang “For Good,” are you even alive?
No, seriously. One fan commented, “As soon as Ariana started singing ‘For Good,’ the tears started pouring.” Another added bluntly, “I just watched the Wicked: For Good trailer. I’m crying.” And clearly, it’s not just a few emotional Glindas — the trailer racked up 113 million views in 24 hours, outpacing the first film’s teaser (which only had a casual 75 million).
The trailer, introduced by stars Cynthia Erivo (Elphaba) and Ariana Grande (Glinda), teases even deeper transformations ahead. According to USA Today, Ariana described Glinda’s glow-up as being about more than just sparkle: “She has to look at her reflection to figure out what it means to be Glinda the Good.” Meanwhile, Cynthia’s Elphaba is entering her exiled era — learning how to use her powers for good while society still fears her.
Producer Marc Platt also teased that we’ll be getting “more complexity” from both witches — and honestly, we’re ready for it. Morally gray icons only, please.
Joining the duo for round two are Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard, and Ethan Slater as Boq. (Yes, the one.)
Wicked Part 2 is scheduled to premiere November 21, 2025 in the U.S., so there’s still time to rewatch Part 1, preorder waterproof eyeliner, and prepare your heart.
In the meantime, revisit Ariana’s emotional backstage memory when she admitted she was “halfway done” filming the two-part franchise. That half is behind her now — and the tears? They’re just getting started.
