One of the biggest movie events of the fall is upon us. “Wicked,” which is adapted from the famed Broadway musical of the same name, is hitting theaters after being talked about for years. Now, it’s a reality. Cynthia Erivo (“Harriet”) and Ariana Grande (“Don’t Look Up”) lead the cast of director Jon M. Chu’s star-studded musical. It’s a big movie that already has a sequel on the way. So, did Universal do a little extra something to help tee up the ball for next year’s “Wicked: Part Two”?
Credits scenes are a pretty regular thing these days, with Marvel films and other franchise fare often using them to help set up future installments. Given that “Wicked” was split into two parts in 2022 (with good reason), it wouldn’t be surprising if such tactics were employed by Chu here. With that being the case, we’re here to offer up a spoiler-free guide regarding the film’s credit scene situation. Seriously, there are no spoilers here so read on without fear. With that said, let’s get to the point.
Does Wicked have any credits scenes?
To get right to it: no, “Wicked” does not have any credits scenes to speak of. Everything that Chu has to say in part one of his two-part musical epic is said before the credits begin to roll. So, anyone who needs to make a break for the lobby or use the bathroom can do so once the screen cuts to black without fear of missing out. Simple as that.
Early reactions to “Wicked” have been largely positive ahead of its release. It’s poised to be one of the biggest movies of the Thanksgiving season, even though it’s opening in theaters directly against “Gladiator II.” This musical has excited the masses and it figures to be both a huge hit and a potential awards season contender. It also means that next year’s sequel is probably going to have a sizable built-in audience.
“Wicked,” like the stage musical that inspired it, is a prequel to the 1939 cinematic classic “The Wizard of Oz.” The film centers on Elphaba (Erivo), a young woman who is misunderstood because of her green skin, and Galinda (Grande), a popular, privileged young woman who has yet to discover her true heart. The pair meet at Shiz University in the Land of Oz and forge an unlikely friendship, only for their relationship to reach a crossroads after an encounter with the Wizard of Oz (“Jurassic Park” veteran Jeff Goldblum) sends their lives in very different paths.
The film also stars Jonathan Bailey (“Bridgerton”), Bowen Yang (“Saturday Night Live”), Peter Dinklage (“Game of Thrones”), and Michelle Yeoh (“Everything Everywhere All at Once”). “Wicked” hits theaters on November 22, 2024.