Wicked Will Defy Gravity on Peacock
March just got a whole lot more wicked.
Rejoicify Ozians, there's thrillifying news you're going to like: Wicked is officially coming to Peacock — and much sooner than you think. Universal Pictures’ hit Oscar®-nominated musical blockbuster, starring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, streams exclusively on Peacock starting March 21.
Not only is Wicked headed to your living room, but a whole slew of extra content is also coming to keep the excitement going. Get ready to dust off those singing pipes because the sing-along version of Wicked will also stream exclusively on Peacock beginning next month as part of the “Defying Gravity” Collection.
Deleted and extended scenes from the worldwide phenomenon, a making-of documentary, behind-the-scenes featurettes, and in-depth interviews with director Jon M. Chu and director of photography Alice Brooks ASC are just the tip of the iceberg with the supplemental content that will make every Wizomaniac’s day.
Based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, Wicked follows Elphaba (Erivo), a misunderstood young woman who has yet to discover her true power, and Glinda (Grande), a popular young woman who has yet to discover her true heart. The two meet at Shiz University and forge an unlikely friendship – before their lives take different paths following an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Their extraordinary adventures will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good.
The cast includes Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Peter Dinklage, with Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum.
Wicked is nominated for 10 Academy Awards®, including Best Picture, Best Actress, and Best Supporting Actress, and won the Golden Globe® for Cinematic and Box Office Achievement.
Here’s what you can expect from the “Defying Gravity” Collection:
- Sing-Along Version
Rejoicify, it’s your turn to sing your way through Oz! Sing along to all of your favorite Wicked songs as you join Elphaba and Glinda on their magical journey.
- Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked NBC Special
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande reveal their journey into Oz with personal footage from set and a world exclusive scene. Stream the NBC special now on Peacock.
- Making Wicked
Return to Oz for a fantastic behind-the-scenes journey with this expansive look inside the characters, choreography, and creativity that make up the movie's unforgettable world.
- Deleted & Extended Scenes
Pfannee & ShenShen Meet Glinda: Reunited at Shiz University, Glinda, Pfannee, and ShenShen recall their past by performing a twirling routine together.
Toss Toss: Glinda teaches Elphaba the art of Toss Toss, with mixed results.
Elphaba’s Promise: Elphaba makes a pledge to Glinda that they both hope will strengthen their friendship.
Train Platform Farewell: Glinda, Madame Morrible, and Governor Thropp gather to send Elphaba off to Emerald City.
Boq & Elphaba Talk: Elphaba challenges Boq to face the truth about his feelings for Nessa Rose, but she has difficulty doing the same when it comes to Fiyero.
Train Ride to Emerald City: Glinda and Elphaba expand their world by taking a luxurious train ride to Emerald City.
Palace Monkeys Chase: Elphaba and Glinda race through a maddening maze of winged monkeys determined to take them down.
- Behind-the-Scenes Featurettes
- On Set with Jon M. Chu
- A Wicked Legacy
- As Seen on Screen Podcast Episodes
- Defying Gravity with Wicked Director Jon M. Chu
- Opening the Aperture of Wicked with Director of Photography Alice Brooks ASC
Universal’s biggest films of the year stream first on Peacock, shortly after their theatrical debuts. Along with Wicked, Peacock is the streaming home for Oscar®-nominated films Conclave, The Wild Robot, and Nosferatu.
Stream Wicked exclusively on Peacock beginning March 21.
