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After a lauded theatrical run, Wicked: Part One is now streaming on Peacock as of March 21st.

Along with the Oscar-nominated film, Peacock hosts the film’s Sing-Along version, which landed in theaters on Christmas Day, and the “Defying Gravity” collection of Wicked bonus content.

The collection includes the NBC special Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked, which features stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande reflecting on their Wicked journeys alongside cast members Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Marissa Bode, Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum.

Also featured is Making of Wicked, which offers an extensive behind-the-scenes look into the film’s characters, costumes, sets, designs, and choreography. There’s also large slate of deleted and extended scenes, including Pfannee, ShenShen, and Glinda’s reunion at Shiz University, Glinda teaching Elphaba a game called “Toss, Toss,” Elphaba making a promise to Glinda, a chat between Boq and Elphaba, more...

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Wicked became an instant hit at the box office, with the movie musical debuting with a record-breaking $114 million on opening weekend. That number helped Wicked open as the biggest box office launch of all time for a Broadway adaptation. It also racked up awards nominations, including a Best Director win for John M. Chu at the Critics Choice Awards and nominations at the Oscars, where it picked up...

Wicked is available on streaming next month!

The Oscar-nominated movie, starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, is heading to Peacock on March 21.

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In addition to the film, fans will also get bonus content, including the chance to watch a sing-along version of Wicked, the NBC special Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked, a behind-the-scenes look at the film titled “Making Wicked,” two featurettes and podcast episodes with director Jon M. Chu and Dp Alice Brooks, along with several deleted and extended scenes, per THR.

Wicked ran in theaters starting in November of last year, with the sing-along version’s run beginning on Christmas day.

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Wicked has become a monster hit. The film is a recent Golden Globe winner and has also been announced to have ten Academy Award nominations. Our own Chris Bumbray became enchanted by it despite not being a Broadway musical fan and said in his review, “While I’ll admit that there were a handful of moments where I felt I was missing some kind of in-joke for fans of the play, overall, I had a pretty good time with Jon M. Chu’s Wicked – Part I,” Bumbray wrote. “Certainly, it’s one of the better modern versions of The Wizard of Oz, far more entertaining than Sam Raimi’s largely forgotten Oz: The Great and Powerful. Chu seems to have a knack for movie musicals, and with Universal clearly pumping a pretty penny into it, it feels like the kind of big, broad fantasy epic that should be able to...

We’ve got some “Wicked” good news for musical-theater kids who simply could not contain themselves in the movie theater: Peacock will exclusively stream “Wicked,” including the singalong version, starting on March 21.

Additionally, “Wicked” is bringing with it a “full collection” of bonus content, per Universal/Peacock. And that’s not an oversell.

Look at all of this shiz stuff:

“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, alongside “Wicked” cast members Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Marissa Bode, Michelle Yeoh, and Jeff Goldblum.

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 Scenes

Pfannee & ShenShen Meet Glinda

Reunited at Shiz University, Glinda, Pfannee, and ShenShen recall their...

The “Wicked” press tour continues to defy expectations, this time in the form of Drew Barrymore’s new interview with Ariana Grande.

Ahead of her upcoming episode on Thursday, “The Drew Barrymore Show” dropped a teaser with the actress behind Galinda/Glinda, where she was surprised with the iconic wand from the “The Wizard of Oz.”

“I have something that’s extremely exciting and special. It actually was owned by The Smithsonian and now it’s owned in private hands — but for the purposes of our sit-down, they loaned it to us,” Barrymore explained in Tuesday’s preview clip. “Bring out the original Glinda wand, please.”

“Are you serious right now? Thank you guys, it’s been fun,” Grande replied as she feigned an early exit with the prop. “How did you even pull this off? Oh my god, did you break in?”

“I have to give credit to everyone on this show,...

Hey,"The Irrational" fans. We're back here with some bad news unfortunately. Yeah, it turns out that the people over at NBC have some other TV obligations to fulfill tonight. So, they are not airing the next, new episode 6 of The Irrational's current season 2 tonight, November 19, 2024. They're going to make you wait an extra week to see it. According to NBC's official episode 6 press release, NBC plans to finally dish up the new episode 6 next Tuesday night, November 26, 2024 in its usual, 9 pm central standard time slot. So, certainly try to remember that very important date and time if you can. We did find out what NBC is airing in the The Irrational's empty time slot tonight. According to the TV Guide listings, NBC is going to air a new movie special titled,"Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked."...

Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked is airing tonight on NBC at 10 p.m. Et!

The Wicked special will also be made available to stream the next day on Peacock.

The hour-long special was filmed on the movie’s Emerald City set, featuring interviews with main members of the cast who will share “personal memories, intimate video diaries, and revealing secrets about their personal journeys through the making of the Universal Pictures film,” via the official release.

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Viewers will also see an exclusive snippet from the final movie, as well as Wicked-themed ads from brands like Lexus and Target.

The cast includes Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, and Marissa Bode.

Wicked opens in theaters everywhere Friday (November 22), with the sequel due out November 21, 2025.

Watch a preview of the special, and see 80+ photos from the set inside…...

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On Tuesday November 19 2024, NBC broadcasts Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked!

Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Defying Gravity,” titled “The Curtain Rises on Wicked,” promises to be an exciting journey into the world of musical theater. Airing on NBC, this episode will explore the magic and challenges behind the beloved Broadway show “Wicked.” Fans of the musical can look forward to a closer look at the characters, the story, and the creative process that brings this enchanting tale to life.

In this episode, the focus will be on the strong bond between the two main characters, Elphaba and Glinda. Their friendship, filled with ups and downs, will be highlighted as the narrative unfolds. Viewers will see how their relationship develops against the backdrop of a fantastical world, filled with colorful characters and powerful themes. The episode aims to capture the essence of what makes “Wicked” a favorite among audiences.

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“Wicked” fans need to be tuning into “The Tonight Show” this week: The upcoming blockbuster’s star Cynthia Erivo stopped by the NBC late night show to talk about her audition process, show two clips from the movie and the behind-the-scenes special and — most excitingly of all — debut Elphaba’s iconic “Defying Gravity” battle cry.

During her interview with Jimmy Fallon, “The Color Purple” star revealed her audition for the movie was three hours long. That was especially grueling for Erivo because it came during the “craziest weekend.” The night before her audition, the Broadway star performed at the Walt Disney Concert Hall.

“I was very ill by the end of it. I was in bed for the next week for like four days with 104 fever,” Erivo revealed. “I was done.”

As for her co-star, Erivo didn’t know that Ariana Grande was in talks to play her counterpart Galinda...

Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked takes viewers behind the scenes of one of Broadway’s most iconic musicals. Airing at 10:00 Pm on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, this special offers an exclusive look at the magic that happens before the curtain rises on Wicked, the beloved show that has captivated audiences for years. The documentary delves into the creative process, showcasing how the production comes together, from the initial rehearsals to the final performance.

The special highlights the immense talent of the cast, crew, and creatives who bring the story of Elphaba and Glinda to life. With interviews from key cast members and the creative team, viewers get an inside look at the challenges and triumphs of staging a production on such a grand scale. For fans of the show and newcomers alike, this behind-the-scenes journey is a must-watch, offering a deeper appreciation for the artistry that powers Wicked‘s continued success.

‘Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked’ poster (Photo by: NBCUniversal)

NBC’s winter holidays lineup includes the return of classic favorites Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Frosty the Snowman, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, and It’s a Wonderful Life. The network’s also turning to big-name stars to help celebrate the year-end holidays with specials by Little Big Town, Dolly Parton, Kelly Clarkson, Barry Manilow, Halle Bailey, Smokey Robinson, and Jimmy Fallon.

NBC’s holiday programming kicks off with a special behind-the-scenes look at one of 2024’s most anticipated films, Wicked, starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. And Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Christmas in Rockefeller Center, and Jimmy Fallon’s Holiday Seasoning Spectacular will help get viewers in the holiday spirit.

“These holiday events and specials bring families together in ways like nothing else can,” stated Jen Neal, Executive Vice President, Live Events and Specials, NBCUniversal Entertainment. “Whether it...

NBC is celebrating the winter holidays in a major way. The network will air 14 holiday-branded specials between Nov. 27 and Jan. 1.

These will include beloved classics such as the 98th Macy’s Day Parade and the lighting of the tree during “Christmas in Rockefeller Center,” as well as Thanksgiving and Christmas specials for “Saturday Night Live.” It will also include new specials like “Jimmy Fallon’s Holiday Seasoning Spectacular” and “A Motown Christmas,” which will hosted by Smokey Robinson and Halle Bailey.

Additionally, NBC will be airing several classic holiday movies throughout the season. Animated classics such as “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” and “Frosty the Snowman” will air on the network, as well as the 1946 live-action classic, “It’s a Wonderful Life.”

The whole event starts with NBC’s behind-the-scenes special about “Wicked,” “Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked,” which will premiere on Nov. 19. That’s...

“Wicked” may not arrive in theaters for another three weeks and change, but early reactions are already pouring in from film critics who screened it on October 30. And they’re all “wick-ed-ly” positive, as John Travolta might declare. “The world is not ready,” raves Variety’s Jazz Tangcay. Others agree with her, claiming it’s a “masterpiece” with a “stunning vision,” and claiming, “‘Wicked’ rocks, kids.”

Critics are also singling out director Jon M. Chu and lead actresses Cynthia Erivo (as Elphaba Thropp) and Ariana Grande (as Galinda Upland) for their work on the big budget movie musical, saying they “will blow you away.” Other cast members include Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, and Marissa Bode.

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In celebration of Universal Pictures’ new cinematic event, based on the generation-defining Broadway musical, international superstars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande will lead an all-star cast in a spectacular journey through Oz for their new film, Wicked.

Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked will air Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 10 p.m. on NBC, three days prior to the film’s worldwide release. Peacock will stream the special on Nov. 20. Wicked arrives in theaters on November 22.

Filmed on the movie’s stunning Emerald City set, stars Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, and Marissa Bode will share personal memories, intimate video diaries and reveal secrets about their personal journeys through the making of the Universal Pictures film.

Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked will also debut the world premiere of a “thrillifying” scene from the motion picture that audiences can only see in this behind-the-scenes special.

If you’re anxiously counting down the days until November 22, when “Wicked” arrives in theaters, you may want to add an additional date to your calendar. On Tuesday, November 19, a new TV special titled “Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked” will air at 10:00 p.m. on NBC. That’s just three days prior to the film’s worldwide release by Universal Pictures. Peacock will then stream the television program on November 20.

The hour-long event is being billed as “an exclusive journey into Oz with the all-star cast.” It filmed on the Emerald City movie set, and features behind-the-scenes moments with cast members Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, and Marissa Bode. They will all “share personal memories, intimate video diaries and secrets about their personal journeys,” teases the network.

Viewers of “Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked” will also...

NBC has set an hourlong special ahead of next month’s theatrical release of John M. Chu’s highly anticipated feature adaptation Wicked, starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.

In celebration of the Universal pic based on the Broadway musical, Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked will air Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 10 p.m. on NBC, three days before the film’s worldwide release. Peacock will stream the special on Nov. 20. Wicked arrives in theaters Nov. 22.

Filmed on the movie’s Emerald City set, stars Grande, Erivo, Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang and Marissa Bode will share personal memories, video diaries and revealing secrets about their personal journeys through the making of the Universal Pictures film.

The special also will include exclusive behind-the-scenes footage from the cast, unique details and stories from their time on set together, and never-before-seen footage, according to NBC.

Defying Gravity:...

NBCUniversal is getting the whole family involved in “Wicked.” Ahead of the anticipated movie’s premiere in November, NBC will air “Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked,” an hourlong special that will debut on the broadcast network.

The telecast will premiere on NBC on Nov. 19, three days before “Wicked” hits theaters. It will then be available to stream on Peacock the following day. It will include a new scene from the upcoming movie that audiences can only see in the behind-the-scenes special.

Stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande will lead audiences on a journey through Oz, as the special was filmed on the Emerald City set and includes several members of the movie’s star-studded cast sharing personal memories, video diaries and secrets about their personal journeys through the making of the film. In addition to Grande and Erivo, Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang...