Where To Stream Wicked: Part One—The Definitive 2025 Guide To Watching Elphaba And Glinda At Home
As of Sunday, December 21, 2025, the question of "where is Wicked streaming" has a definitive, two-part answer, depending on whether you want to buy it digitally or wait for the subscription streaming service. The highly anticipated musical adaptation, Wicked: Part One, has already completed its initial theatrical run and is currently available for at-home viewing via digital purchase or rental (VOD), with its exclusive streaming debut on Peacock having already occurred.
For fans eager to revisit the Land of Oz and the untold story of Elphaba and Glinda, the good news is that the first installment of director Jon M. Chu's cinematic event is officially out of theaters. While the digital purchase window is open now, the first subscription streaming home is, as expected for a Universal Pictures film, the Peacock streaming service.
The Definitive Streaming and Digital Release Dates for Wicked: Part One
Universal Pictures, the studio behind the film, follows a standard release window that prioritizes a theatrical run, followed by a Premium Video On Demand (PVOD) window, and finally, an exclusive streaming run on its in-house platform, Peacock. The release of Wicked: Part One (which hit theaters on November 27, 2024) followed this exact timeline, meaning fans have multiple ways to watch it at home right now.
1. Exclusive Subscription Streaming Home: Peacock
The official and exclusive streaming home for Wicked: Part One is Peacock. Since Universal Pictures owns the film, Peacock holds the rights to the first subscription streaming window, which is a key part of their distribution strategy.
- Peacock Streaming Release Date: The film officially began streaming on Peacock on March 21, 2025.
- Availability: The movie is currently available to all subscribers on the Peacock platform. This is the first place the film will be available to stream at no extra cost beyond the monthly subscription fee.
2. Digital Purchase and Rental (VOD): Available Now
If you prefer to own a digital copy or rent it sooner than the Peacock release, the film entered its Video On Demand (VOD) window shortly after its theatrical debut. This option is often referred to as PVOD or digital purchase/rental.
- VOD Release Date: Wicked: Part One was released for digital purchase and rental on December 31, 2024.
- Platforms: You can purchase or rent the film on all major digital retailers, including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and Fandango at Home (formerly Vudu).
- Cost: Prices typically start higher for the purchase option and drop for the rental option a few weeks later.
The Cast and Crew Bringing Oz to Life
The film adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical, which serves as a prequel to The Wizard of Oz, required a star-studded cast to match the monumental roles of Elphaba and Glinda. Director Jon M. Chu helmed the two-part movie series, ensuring the scale and magic of the stage production translated to the big screen.
The stellar ensemble cast includes a mix of Broadway veterans and pop culture icons:
- Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba (The future Wicked Witch of the West)
- Ariana Grande as Glinda (The future Glinda the Good)
- Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero Tigelaar (The love interest)
- Jeff Goldblum as The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
- Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible (Headmistress of Shiz University)
- Ethan Slater as Boq
- Marissa Bode as Nessarose (Elphaba’s sister)
- Peter Dinklage as Dr. Dillamond (Voice)
This talented lineup was tasked with bringing the complex relationship between the two witches—Elphaba, the misunderstood green-skinned girl, and Glinda, the popular and ambitious student—to life, a story that begins with their unlikely friendship at Shiz University.
What to Know About Wicked: Part Two (Wicked: For Good)
The cinematic adaptation of Wicked was split into two separate films to allow the powerful story and music to be told in its entirety without significant cuts. This means that after you stream Wicked: Part One, you’ll have a wait for the second half of the story.
The sequel, titled Wicked: For Good (or Wicked: Part Two), will continue the journey as Elphaba embraces her destiny and Glinda navigates her rise to power in the Land of Oz. The second film is expected to feature iconic songs like "For Good" and "No Good Deed."
Wicked: Part Two Release Schedule
The release schedule for the second part follows a similar, though later, timeline to the first film:
- Theatrical Release Date: November 26, 2025.
- Anticipated VOD/Digital Release: Based on the first film's timeline, the digital release is expected around December 31, 2025.
- Anticipated Peacock Streaming Date: Following the typical 90-120 day window, Wicked: For Good is expected to stream on Peacock around March 21, 2026.
Keep these dates in mind as you plan your viewing experience. Watching Wicked: Part One now on Peacock or via digital purchase sets the stage for the dramatic conclusion coming in late 2025 and early 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Streaming Wicked
Will Wicked be on Netflix or HBO Max?
No. As a Universal Pictures production, Wicked: Part One is an exclusive streaming title for the Peacock streaming service during its initial pay-one window. It will not be available on competing services like Netflix, Disney+, or Max (formerly HBO Max) during this time. Universal does have a deal that allows its films to move to other platforms like Amazon Prime Video after the initial Peacock window, but the immediate home is Peacock.
Can I watch Wicked: Part One for free?
You can watch Wicked: Part One for free if you already have a subscription to Peacock, as it is now part of the standard library. However, if you do not have a subscription, you will need to sign up for a paid Peacock plan to stream it. The digital VOD option requires a separate rental or purchase fee.
Is the Wicked movie based on the Broadway musical?
Yes, the film is an adaptation of the immensely popular stage musical, which itself is based on the 1995 novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West by Gregory Maguire. The movie tells the origin story of Elphaba and Glinda, exploring how they became the characters seen in The Wizard of Oz.
Is Wicked: Part One a full story?
No, Wicked: Part One covers roughly the first half of the stage musical's story, concluding at a major plot point before the intermission. The entire narrative arc will be completed with the release of Wicked: For Good (Part Two) in late 2025.
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