Wicked: For Good Continues 7-Year Rotten Tomatoes Trend (But There’s One Problem)

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The movie Wicked was a huge success last year, earning nearly $760 million worldwide and receiving praise from critics. It was nominated for a Best Picture Oscar, and stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande also received nominations. This positive reception has built a lot of excitement for the upcoming film, Wicked: For Good, which is being promoted as the emotional finale to the story. As awards season begins, many experts predict Wicked: For Good will be just as successful, and early reviews are now available, offering a first look at how critics are responding.

Currently, Wicked: For Good has a 73% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 83 critic reviews. This continues a successful run for director Jon M. Chu, as all his films since 2018’s Crazy Rich Asians have received positive ratings on the site. However, this score is lower than the 88% achieved by the original Wicked film, meaning reviews aren’t quite as overwhelmingly positive this time.

Can Wicked: For Good Be An Oscar Contender This Year?

While Wicked: For Good has a positive score on Rotten Tomatoes, the specific number might be unexpected. Initial reactions to the film last month were very positive, with many praising it as a moving and satisfying conclusion to the story of Elphaba and Glinda. These early reactions led some to believe the movie was a strong contender for several Oscar nominations, but full reviews indicate it might not be as guaranteed a nominee as initially thought.

While official reviews aren’t fully available yet, early reactions to Wicked: Part One are starting to emerge. Critics generally praise the performances of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, as well as the film’s beautiful visuals and memorable songs. However, many feel the movie doesn’t quite reach the same heights as the original stage show, possibly because the second half of the play isn’t as strong as the first. Some reviewers suggest the story might have worked better as a single film, rather than being split into two parts.

Not many reviews for Wicked: For Good are available yet. The first Wicked film already has over 400 reviews on Rotten Tomatoes, meaning hundreds more critics will share their opinions on this musical soon. The Rotten Tomatoes score will likely change over the next few days, and currently, it suggests this film might not receive the same level of praise as the original movie. It’s unclear if this will affect its chances at awards. While Rotten Tomatoes scores aren’t the deciding factor for Oscars, Universal plans a big campaign for Wicked: For Good, giving it a strong possibility of earning nominations.

Whether or not Wicked: For Good wins awards, positive reviews aren’t crucial to its success. The movie has already sold more advance tickets on Fandango than any other film this year, suggesting a huge opening weekend. It’s a film that’s likely to succeed regardless of what critics say – excitement among audiences is already so strong that even negative reviews wouldn’t significantly impact ticket sales.

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2025-11-18 22:10