Let’s be honest here: You’re not going to want to wait to watch Wicked ASAP. This magical movie that stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande as Elphaba and Glinda has taken finally taken over and now is the time to experience the magical musical on the screen. And there’s a lot of surprising moments that may even astonish even the biggest superfans that you don’t want spoiled before you get to see the film. And its so magical that it received 10 nominations at the 2025 Academy Awards, including one of each for its leading ladies and Best Picture. So get into your bubble and make sure to grab your magic wand, because you’re not going to want to miss a second.
Here’s everything you need to know about watching Wicked.
When is Wicked coming out?
The iconic Broadway show made it to theaters on November 22, 2024, but some lucky fans were able to see it early thanks to some special early screenings on November 20.
How can I watch Wicked in theaters?
You don’t have to go to Shiz University to have to buy tickets. It’s actually super easy nowadays because the film is available almost anywhere, especially as we get closer to the Oscars. Just make sure to check with your local theater for showings and you can also buy tickets online.
How can I watch Wicked at home?
If you prefer to watch it on a streaming service you’re already subscribed to, then you can now check it out on Peacock now that it was added to the streamer on March 21, 2025. Not only is the film streaming there, but there's also a “Defying Gravity” collection of bonus content including the Sing-Along Version, behind-the-scenes videos, extended and deleted scenes, and other fun goodies! Basically, it's *the* place to go for all things Wicked!
Don’t have Peacock? Well, you can still grab the film via renting or buying it from your favorite retailer. Even though Wicked is still out in theaters, it’s already available to stream at home via iTunes, Amazon Prime Video, Fandango at Home, Google Play, and YouTube.
If you’re hoping to own it physically on DVD or Blu-ray, you can also grab a copy of it now as it was released earlier in February.
