Watch ‘Wicked’ at Home on Digital & Ring in the New Year!

For a lot of us, there’s no place like home on New Year’s Eve and if you’re a fan of the popular film “Wicked,” there’s even more reason to celebrate. Starting today, December 31st, you can download the digital version of “Wicked” to watch at home!

The film is based on the stage play with music and lyrics by the legendary composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz and is directed by filmmaker Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians). Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande give wonderful performances as Elphaba and Glinda.

Additional cast members include Michelle Yeoh (Everything Everywhere All at Once), Jonathan Bailey (Bridgerton), Ethan Slater (Broadway’s SpongeBob SquarePants), Jeff Goldblum (Jurassic Park), and more.

WICKED, one of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage, arrives on your screen as a generation-defining cinematic sensation. The untold story of the witches of Oz, WICKED stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, a misunderstood young woman who has yet to discover her true power, and Ariana Grande as Glinda, 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. Wicked is an immersive, cultural celebration you’ll want to experience over and over again!

Packed with tons of bonus features and extras, you’ll want to download “Wicked” so that you can experience the magic of the film. The digital movie has a bonus Sing-Along version, which is perfect for those who want to ring in the new year by singing “Defying Gravity”! 😉  There’s also a featurette containing a 40-minute journey through Oz that celebrates the film’s transformative on-screen magic, deleted & extended scenes and so much more!

Starting today, you can purchase the Digital version from all major retailers (Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home, etc.). “Wicked” will also debut on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD on February 4, 2025.

Exclusive Bonus Features*

• SING ALONG – ALTERNATE FEATURE-LENGTH 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• WELCOME TO SHIZ – Unlimited imagination, couture fashion, and spectacular production design come together at Shiz University, providing a place for performers and viewers to be fully immersed in the fantasy. Designed from details in L. Frank Baum’s books, the uniforms, clever contraptions, and circular sets create a sprawling campus where magic feels like an everyday occurrence.
• A WICKED LEGACY –Take delight in the cast and filmmakers sharing 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 iconic cameos that pay tribute to the cultural phenomenon that became one of the most popular musicals of all time.
• THE WONDERFUL WIZARD – Follow the yellow brick road to Emerald City for an in-depth look at the infamous Wizard of Oz. Inside the palace’s throne room, 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.
• FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH DIRECTOR JON M. CHU
• FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH STARS CYNTHIA ERIVO AND ARIANA GRANDE

*Bonus features vary by product and retailer

“Wicked” is rated PG.
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Disclosure: No monetary compensation was received for this post. This blog post is for informational purposes. I received a complimentary copy of the film which helped facilitate this write-up. Images shown in this post are used with permission. As always, my opinions are 100% my own.