Destination Enables Fans to Immerse Themselves
in All Things Oz Ahead of the Film’s November 22 Release, With
Behind-the-Scenes Content, Music, Interviews, Interactive Features
and More
On November 22, Universal Pictures’ new cinematic event, Wicked,
the untold story of the witches of Oz, soars in theaters across the
country, bringing the magic of the generation-defining, blockbuster
musical to the big screen and introducing global audiences to a
spectacular new vision of the world of Oz. To get customers ready,
Xfinity is going pink and green and launching the ultimate
entertainment destination for Wicked fans. Available across its
devices, including Xfinity X1, Xumo Stream Box and Xumo TV, the
destination features an interactive timeline of Oz’s history in pop
culture, behind-the-scenes content, music and more.
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Xfinity launches the ultimate
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“Wicked fandom runs deep across the nation, and we wanted to
give our customers a destination where they can dive deep into the
world of Oz as they get ready to see the film in theatres later
this month,” said Brynn Lev, Vice President, Programming and
Partnership, Comcast. “Our Wicked destination is a great example of
how we can leverage the capabilities of our entertainment platform
to connect customers to the things they love most – sports, film,
music – in unique and engaging ways.”
Accessible by saying “Wicked” into the voice remote, the
destination features:
- Interactive timeline of events: Starting with the
publishing of L. Frank Baum’s landmark novel The Wonderful Wizard
of Oz in 1900 and ending with the November 22 premiere of Wicked,
customers can browse an immersive timeline of events highlighting
all the biggest moments in a cultural phenomenon that has
captivated fans for generations.
- Trailers, specials, music and more: The destination will
bring together a host of other Wicked-related programming, offering
customers quick access to the famous soundtrack, the movie trailer,
behind-the-scenes content, singalongs with Stingray Karaoke,
YouTube playlists of fans’ viral reactions to their first time
watching the trailer and more.
- Watchlists inspired by Elphaba or Glinda: Customers
looking to embrace their inner witch can enjoy Elphaba- and
Glinda-inspired watchlists, each featuring a different collection
of movies and shows with fiery women who aren’t afraid to use their
unique personalities to challenge the status quo.
- Wicked themes on X1: Customers looking to take their
fandom a step further can customize their X1 viewing experience
with one of four Wicked-inspired themes. Each theme changes key
navigation features, such as the selection highlight used to orient
customers as they browse through the experience, as well as the
icon in the playback bar used to mark a viewer’s place in a show or
movie. Team Elphaba? Change to a green theme. Team Glinda? Make
pink a key color of your browsing experience.
- More coming soon: As the premiere date approaches,
Xfinity will continue to bolster the destination with new content
and collections, including exclusive interviews with the cast and
crew, such as director Jon M. Chu and the Wizard himself, actor
Jeff Goldblum, to discuss all things Wicked.
About Comcast
Corporation
Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and
technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide,
to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach
hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide.
We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through
Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream
leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including
NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible
theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations
& Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more
information.
About Universal Pictures’
Wicked
One of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage,
Wicked makes its journey to the big screen as a spectacular
cinematic event this holiday season.
Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians,
In the Heights), Wicked is the first chapter of a two-part
immersive, cultural celebration. Wicked Part Two is scheduled to
arrive in theaters on November 21, 2025.
Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy,
Grammy and Tony winning and Oscar®-nominated powerhouse Cynthia
Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young
woman misunderstood because of her green skin who has yet to
discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum
recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a
popular young woman gilded by privilege who has yet to discover her
true heart.
The two meet as students at Shiz University in the fantastical
Land of Oz and forge an unlikely but profound friendship. Following
an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship
reaches a crossroads and their lives take very different paths.
Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them
fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of
the West.
The film also stars Oscar® winner Michelle Yeoh as Shiz
University’s regal headmistress Madame Morrible; Olivier Award
winner and Emmy nominee Jonathan Bailey (Bridgerton, Fellow
Travelers) as Fiyero, a roguish and carefree prince; Tony nominee
Ethan Slater (Broadway’s Spongebob Squarepants, Fosse/Verdon) as
Boq, an altruistic Munchkin student; Marissa Bode in her
feature-film debut as Nessarose, Elphaba’s favored sister; and pop
culture icon Jeff Goldblum as the legendary Wizard of Oz.
The cast of characters includes Pfannee and ShenShen, two
conniving compatriots of Glinda played by Emmy nominee Bowen Yang
(Saturday Night Live) and Bronwyn James (Harlots); a new character
created for the film, Miss Coddle, played by Tony nominee Keala
Settle (The Greatest Showman) and four-time Emmy winner Peter
Dinklage (Game of Thrones) as the voice of Dr. Dillamond.
Wicked is produced by Marc Platt p.g.a. (La La Land, The Little
Mermaid), whose films, television shows and stage productions have
earned a combined 46 Oscar® nominations, 58 Emmy nominations and 36
Tony nominations, and by multiple Tony winner David Stone (Kimberly
Akimbo, Next to Normal), with whom Platt produced the blockbuster
Wicked stage musical. The executive producers are Stephen Schwartz,
David Nicksay, Jared LeBoff, Winnie Holzman and Dana Fox.
Wicked is based on the generation-defining musical stage play
with music and lyrics by legendary Grammy and Oscar® winning
composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz and book by Winnie Holzman,
from the bestselling novel by Gregory Maguire. The screenplay is by
Winnie Holzman and Winnie Holzman & Dana Fox. The film score is
by John Powell & Stephen Schwartz, with music and lyrics by
Stephen Schwartz.
The Broadway stage musical is produced by Marc Platt, Universal
Pictures, the Araca Group, Jon B. Platt and David Stone.
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