Wicked has become a massive hit since it hit theaters in late November. The movie, directed by Jon M. Chu, has already made a huge splash at the box office, racking up over $580 million worldwide. It’s still climbing, showing no signs of slowing down. Critics are loving it, too, with an 88% score on Rotten Tomatoes and a 95% approval rating from audiences.

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, who play Glinda and Elphaba, are also getting attention, with Golden Globe nominations for their performances. The movie has Oscar buzz already, and we’re only just getting started.

But while the first part is still rocking theaters, we’re already hearing a lot about the second part, which is set to come out in November 2025. It was initially called Wicked: Part Two, but now it’s been renamed Wicked: For Good. The new title is a nod to one of the emotional...