Universal's WICKED Films - News & Discussion Thread — Page 123

Even so it wouldn't be several minutes, more like one minute total across two soundtracks

KMKJ said: "TheatreFan4 said:"Except that Morrible has been cast with many actresses who cannot sing. Rue McLanahan, Joanne Worley, Jayne Houdyshell, Miriam Margoyles, Carol Kane, etc."

small sidenote: Jo Anne Worley can definitely sing ;)"

Another small sidenote --- Jane Houdyshell can definitely sing :)

This was a pleasant surprise. :) 

Wicked: For Good: Deleted Scene! Fiyero and Boq Go SHIRTLESS

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8MrU1fzRSM

Cynthia Erivo and More Shocking SAG Award Snubs in 2026

https://variety.com/2026/awards/news/cynthia-erivo-sag-awards-snubs-wagner-moura-1236625191/

MezzA101 said: "Cynthia Erivo and More Shocking SAG Award Snubs in 2026

https://variety.com/2026/awards/news/cynthia-erivo-sag-awards-snubs-wagner-moura-1236625191/"

Is it a snub if it wasn't really expected? Part one had al the love and all the buzz. Part two was satisfying, but the second act of the show really is weak. It didn't get the same love, nor did it really have much buzz.

TotallyEffed said: "People who think anyone would win majorawards for their performance in this film need to see other films."

I mean, to be fair, tell that to Oscar winners Rami Malek, Sandra Bullock, Jamie Lee Curtis, etc etc. These awards shows hardly have a history of giving their respective award(s) to the actual deserving/worthy winner(s). 

In my latest piece for Gold Derby, I dig into how "Wicked: For Good" would be the first stage-to-screen musical adaptation to receive an Oscar nomination for Best Original Song in 13 years.
https://www.goldderby.com/film/2026/wicked-for-good-stage-screen-musical-best-song-oscar/

So while yes, it’s true I have not seen a lot of the movies that could have Oscar worthy performances this year, I truly cannot see a world where Ariana’s performance does not garner an Oscar nomination. I also think she will win, but admittedly that is, as I said, without knowing much of the competition.

MagicalMusical said: "So while yes, it’s true I have not seen a lot of the movies that could have Oscar worthy performances this year, I truly cannot see a world where Ariana’s performance doesnot garner an Oscar nomination. I also think she will win, but admittedly that is, as I said, without knowing much of the competition."

Having seen all of the films that are competitive in Best Supporting Actress at the Oscars, I still think Ariana is going to get a nomination, although I now have her in fifth place and I wouldn’t be shocked if she isn’t nominated. 

 

It seems to be Teyana Taylor’s to lose for OBAA with Amy Madigan (Weapons), Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas (Sentimental Value) and Wunmi Mosaku (Sinners) as the others nominated. But I absolutely can see Odessa A’zion getting in and bumping someone else and I think Ariana is the most likely if that happens.. 

 

But speaking of the supporting categories… I just can’t understand how Paul Mescal is not the front runner to take home the award. They’re all great and all are win competitive… but it blows my mind that he’s not seriously being talked about for the win. 

 

LooseTapScrews said: "MagicalMusical said: "So while yes, it’s true I have not seen a lot of the movies that could have Oscar worthy performances this year, I truly cannot see a world where Ariana’s performance doesnot garner an Oscar nomination. I also think she will win, but admittedly that is, as I said, without knowing much of the competition."

Having seen all of the films that are competitive in Best Supporting Actress at the Oscars, I still think Ariana is going to get a nomination, although I now have her in fifth place and I wouldn’t be shocked if she isn’t nominated.

It seems to be Teyana Taylor’s to lose for OBAA with Amy Madigan (Weapons), Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas (Sentimental Value) and Wunmi Mosaku (Sinners) as the others nominated. But I absolutely can see Odessa A’zion getting in and bumping someone else and I think Ariana is the most likely if that happens.."

Believe it or not, I actually am predicting A'zion to get in over Grande.

So I predicted Wicked: For Good to receive 4 Oscar nominations for Best Costume Design, Best Makeup & Hairstyling, Best Production Design, and Best Visual Effects. Given how the music branch has lately proven to be pretty snobby when it comes to adding new material to a pre-existing song score, I knew 'The Girl in the Bubble' would miss Best Original Song.

To my great surprise, the film completely blanked! Remember when I said that the first film wasn't gonna be a big Oscar player? Turns out I was more right regarding the second one.

I can, it was terrible.