‘Wicked: Part 2’ Gets a Title Change Ahead of 2025 Release

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Universal tweaks title of highly anticipated 'Wicked' sequel, amping up excitement for the Broadway adaptation's 2025 release.

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The second part of Jon M. Chu's 'Wicked' adaptation has officially been retitled, though the original 'Wicked: Part 2' name is being dropped.
With the first 'Wicked' film generating major Oscar buzz, the studio is banking on continued momentum for the two-part franchise's 2025 conclusion.

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