Wicked Is Dropping Onto Digital Very, Very Soon

It’s time to ring in 2025 evil At Home: The musical blockbuster starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo has closed digital release on a New Year’s Eve date. It will include lots of bonus content including, yes, A single version Like the one that follows the original in the theater.

According to diversityThe film will be available for purchase on demand on December 31, and that’s not all; “The digital release includes a singalong version with bonus content, plus a 40-minute journey through Oz that ‘celebrates the film’s transformative on-screen magic’ and other elements.” (Unfortunately, going by the list below, it doesn’t sound like bonus material is included Cut scene in a poppy field That shows how Glinda, ElfieFiyero, Bok, and Nessa become fast friends.)

Note that the diversity is more evil “Available to buy on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home (formerly Vudu), Comcast Xfinity, Cox and Microsoft Movies & TV.”

It seems a bit early for the film to drop on digital, as the 4K Blu-ray release is scheduled for February 5. A lot of fans are still going to the theaters to see it, so we hope this digital surprise does not mean it will be pulled soon. It’s a fun movie-going experience with crowd dressing—and the singalong version recently hit theaters.

Here’s a rundown of the special features from the press release:

• Sing song with photo cuts- Rejoice, now is your turn to sing your song through Oz! Sing along to all your favorite Wicked songs as you join Elphaba and Glinda on their magical journey.

Deleted and extended view:

• Pfannee and ShenShen Meet Glinda: Reuniting at Shige University, Glinda, Fanny and Shenshen perform a spinning routine together reminiscing about their past.
• Shiz Gazette introduces Fiero: Excitement erupted throughout Shige when news broke that Prince Fierro was on his way.
• Toss toss: Glinda teaches Elphaba the art of the toss toss, with mixed results.
• Elphaba and Fierro in the forest: The relationship between Elphaba and Fierro takes a turn when they come to care for a lost lion cub.
• Elphaba Promises: Elphaba makes a promise to Glinda that they both hope will strengthen their friendship.
• Farewell to the train platform: Glinda, Madame Morrible, and Governor Throop gather to send Elphaba to the Emerald City.
• Bock and Elphaba talk: Elphaba challenges Bok to face the truth about his feelings for Nessrose, but he has difficulty doing the same for Fierro.
• Train Journey to Emerald City: Glinda and Elphaba expand their world by traveling on a luxury train to the Emerald City.
• In Emerald City: The bustling streets of the Emerald City bring Glinda and Elphaba one step closer to finally meeting the wizard.
• Palace Monkey Chase: Elphaba and Glinda run into a crazy maze of winged monkeys determined to take them down.

make more Wicked:

• making wicked – Return to Oz for an epic behind-the-scenes journey with this extensive look inside the characters, choreography, and creativity that create the unforgettable world of cinema.
• Welcome Shiz – Boundless imagination, costume fashion, and spectacular production design come together at Shiz University, providing a space for performers and audiences to fully immerse themselves in the imagination. L. Designed from descriptions in Frank Baum’s books, uniforms, clever contraptions and circular sets create a sprawling campus where magic feels like an everyday occurrence.
• A wicked legacy – Revel in the cast and filmmakers sharing personal memories of their first encounter with the original Broadway production and how those lasting connections shaped the emotional experience of making the movie. Also highlighted are iconic cameos that pay homage to the cultural phenomenon that became one of the most popular musicals of all time.
• The Wonderful Wizard – Follow the yellow brick road to the 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 see his character’s magic and mechanics with senior special effects technician Christopher Clark, who details how the wizard’s giant robotic head comes to life.
• Two feature comments: One with director John M. Chu and the other with stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.

In any case, it will be fun to have wicked Easily available for home viewing on New Year’s Day when everything is closed. Did you come to the theater to see it, or was your first viewing of Oz from your living room?

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