The musical fantasy film Wicked has recently been released in theatres. The film by Jon M. Chu that has actors like Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo in lead roles has been receiving acclaim for its storyline and cast performance ever since it hit the cinemas. But if you are one of those who will wait for the film's OTT release, here's an update just for you. The film, after its theatrical run, will be released on the OTT platform Prime Video on rent. Yes, you read that right. Though the date of the OTT release has not been confirmed, reports also suggest that the film will be available on Jio Cinema as well.
Plot
Wicked basically originated as Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel, inspired by L. Frank Baum's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Stephen Schwartz and Winnie Holzman adapted it into a beloved stage musical. The movie is set around Elphaba¡¯s journey to becoming the Wicked Witch of the West and her complex bond with Glinda, who later becomes Glinda the Good.?
Elphaba in the film is a misunderstood green-skinned girl discovering her powers. On the other hand there is Glinda who is a privileged girl in search of love. The film is about the characters' friendship that blooms at Shiz University but takes a dramatic turn after meeting The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.
Cast and crew
Other than Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo in the lead roles, the cast of this film includes actors like Marissa Bode, Jeff Goldblum, Peter Dinklage, Bowen Yang, Jonathan Bailey, and Ethan Slater, among others.?
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