“Wicked” partial poster featuring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.
Universal PicturesWicked—the Oscar-nominated blockbuster starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande—is new on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray this week with several bonus features including a sing-along version of the film, as well as DVD.
Rated PG, Wicked—which is based on the classic 2003 Broadway musical—opened in theaters on Nov. 22. The logline for Wicked reads, “Elphaba (Erivo), a misunderstood young woman because of her green skin, and Glinda (Grande), a popular girl, become friends at Shiz University in the Land of Oz. After an encounter with the Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads.”
Directed by Jon M. Chu, Wicked also stars Michelle Yeoh as Madam Morrible, Jeff Goldblum as The Wizard, Marissa Bode as Nessarose, Peter Dinklage as the voice of Dr. Dillamond and Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero.
Wicked is up for 10 Academy Awards at the 2025 Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Actress for Erivo and Best Supporting Actress for Erivo.
Per Universal Studios Home Entertainment, Wicked will be released on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD on Tuesday, Feb. 4. Wicked will be sold by several retailers in stores and online, including Amazon, Walmart and Target.
Currently, Amazon and Walmart have Wicked on 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital Code listed for $29.95, the Blu-ray + Digital Code for $24.95 and the DVD for $19.95. Target, meanwhile, is selling Wicked 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital Code for $40.49, the Blu-ray + Digital Code for $27.99and the DVD for $23.99.
The 4K UHD and Blu-ray releases of Wicked both have the theatrical and sing-along versions of the film, but the DVD does not.
What Bonus Features Come With The 4K UHD And Blu-Ray Releases Of ‘Wicked’?
In addition to the theatrical and sing-along versions of Wicked, the 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray copies of the discs will come with multiple bonus features, as well as feature commentary by director Jon M. Chu and stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.
According to Universal Studios Home Entertainment, the bonus features include four featurettes:
–Making Wicked: Return to Oz for “a fantastic behind-the-scenes journey with this expansive look inside the characters, choreography and creativity” of the movie.
–Welcome to Shiz: Featurette on Shiz University, designed based on details in L. Frank Baum’s books, detailing the uniforms, clever contraptions and circular sets across a sprawling magical campus.
-A Wicked Legacy: Cast and filmmakers share personal memories of their first encounters with the original Broadway production, and how those lasting connections “created emotional experiences while making the movie.” Also highlighted are the cameos that pay tribute to the cultural phenomenon that became one of the most popular musicals of all time.
–The Wonderful Wizard: An in-depth look at the infamous Wizard of Oz as the Wizard himself, Jeff Goldblum, pulls back the curtain to peer at his character’s magic and mechanics with senior special effects technician Christopher Clarke, who details how the Wizard’s massive robotic head comes to life.
In addition, the 4K UHD and Blu-ray versions of the film include the following deleted and extended scenes:
–Pfannee & ShenShen Meet Glinda: Reunited at Shiz University, Glinda, Pfannee, and ShenShen recall their past by performing a twirling routine together.
–Shiz Gazette Introduces Fiyero: Excitement spreads across Shiz as word gets out that Prince Fiyero is on his way.
–Toss Toss: Glinda teaches Elphaba the art of Toss Toss, with mixed results.
–Elphaba & Fiyero in the Forest: The relationship between Elphaba and Fiyero takes a turn as they come to care for a lost lion cub.
–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.
–In the Emerald City: The bustling streets of Emerald City take Glinda and Elphaba one step closer to finally meeting the Wizard.
–Palace Monkeys Chase: Elphaba and Glinda race through a maddening maze of winged monkeys determined to take them down.
Wicked will be available for purchase on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD on Tuesday. The film is still playing in theaters and is also available for purchase or rent on digital streaming via premium video on demand.
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