VIDEO: New ‘Wicked: For Good’ Clip Debuts During ‘Dancing with the Stars’ — Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Dazzle Fans

The magic of Oz returned to the small screen as a brand-new clip from “Wicked: For Good” premiered during “Wicked Night” on Dancing with the Stars Tuesday night, October 21. The exclusive preview gave fans their most detailed look yet at the highly anticipated sequel starring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda.

The special night celebrated the Broadway legacy of Wicked while building excitement for its big-screen continuation. The new footage teased key moments between beloved characters and highlighted the film’s sweeping scale and emotional core.

New ‘Wicked: For Good’ Scene Reveals Magical Moments in Oz

The freshly released Wicked: For Good clip featured a thrilling mix of action, romance, and visual spectacle. Viewers saw Elphaba (Erivo) fighting off the Oz guards with her signature power, Glinda (Grande) dancing amid the chaos, and the two witches facing the twister that changes everything. A touching romantic moment between Elphaba and Prince Fiyero, played by Jonathan Bailey, added an emotional layer to the scene.

The preview arrived as part of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars “Wicked Night” theme, where celebrity contestants performed routines inspired by the world of Oz. The synergy between the show and Universal Pictures’ upcoming release gave fans a taste of the spectacle that awaits in theaters this fall.

Alongside the clip, Universal Pictures also unveiled a new set of character posters for Wicked: For Good. One of the most talked-about reveals was the Cowardly Lion, voiced by acclaimed actor Colman Domingo. The film’s star-studded ensemble also includes Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, Marissa Bode as Nessarose, and Ethan Slater as Boq.

Directed by Jon M. Chu, the film continues the two-part cinematic retelling of the hit Broadway musical. The first installment, Wicked: Part One, soared at the box office earlier this year, setting the stage for its sequel. According to Universal, Wicked: For Good will conclude the origin story of the witches of Oz and lead directly into the events of The Wizard of Oz.

Fan Reactions and What’s Next Before Release

The debut sent social media buzzing, with fans calling the footage “breathtaking” and praising Grande and Erivo’s on-screen chemistry. Many noted that the scene offered a deeper emotional tone compared to the first film, hinting at a more dramatic second chapter.

“Every new glimpse of Wicked reminds us how extraordinary this project is,” one fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter). Another added, “Ariana’s Glinda and Cynthia’s Elphaba are pure magic — I got chills!”

The excitement is building as Wicked: For Good prepares for its theatrical release on November 21, 2025. With fresh visuals, powerful performances, and an emotional finale, the sequel promises to be one of the biggest cinematic events of the year.

“Wicked: For Good” continues the journey of friendship, courage, and the fight against destiny — reminding audiences that even in Oz, doing good comes at a price.