Universal Pictures has finally announced the Wicked Peacock release date for the upcoming streaming debut of the hit musical fantasy movie, based on the 2003 stage musical of the same name by Stephen Schwartz and Winnie Holzman. During its theatrical run, the adaptation received a worldwide gross of over $727 million at the box office, making it the highest-grossing musical adaptation of the all time.
“The film tells the untold story of the witches of Oz: Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power; and Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart,” reads the official synopsis. “The two meet as students at Shiz University in the fantastical Land of Oz and forge an unlikely but profound friendship. Following an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads and their lives take very different paths. Glinda’s unflinching desire for popularity sees her seduced by power, while Elphaba’s determination to remain true to herself, and to those around her, will have unexpected and shocking consequences on her future. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.”
When is the Wicked Peacock release date?
Wicked will now be available for streaming starting on March 21, exclusively on Peacock. Since making its theatrical debut last November, the film has also garnered positive reviews from critics. It currently holds a Certified Fresh rating of 88% on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 383 reviews. At the moment, the movie is nominated for ten Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Actress, and Best Supporting Actress.
Wicked was directed by Jon M. Chu from a screenplay written by the musical’s book writer Winnie Holzman, based on Gregory Maguire’s bestselling novel and the Tony-winning stage musical. The ensemble cast includes Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, Ariana Grande as Glinda, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero Tigelaar, Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard of Oz, Peter Dinklage as Doctor Dillamond, Bowen Yang as Pfannee, Keala Settle as Miss Coddle, Marissa Bode as Nessarose Thropp, Bronwyn James as ShenShen, Ethan Slater as Boq, and more. It was produced by Marc Platt through his Universal-based Marc Platt Productions.
