The Oscar-nominated "Wicked" was a pop-culture phenomenon, but "Wicked: For Good" is a tighter, better sequel with new songs and "Wizard of Oz" nods.

Darker and grimmer "For Good," by a hair, makes a meatier movie because characters aren't as silly — the first flick was practically a pageant — and they are actually propelling toward a satisfying conclusion.

A little secret between the lovers of the Broadway musical, Wicked, is that the first act is most people's favourite. It's fun, it's energetic, the music is wonderful, and the comedy – mirrored flawlessly in the film – is note-perfect.

Cynthia Erivo revealed her pact with 'Wicked' costar Ariana Grande and shared other secrets about filming the movie in her new book

For Good performed a new rap for The Tonight Show that is going viral. The number served as a sequel to the viral rap the two leading ladies performed on 'The Tonight Show' just over a year.

The second half of the play was always less entertaining than the first and that carries over to the big screen.

Cynthia Erivo is speaking out after stepping in when a fan jumped the barricade and grabbed Ariana Grande at a "Wicked: For Good" premiere event.

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande remain bonded, in sickness or in health. The stars, who play Elphaba and Glinda in Wicked: For Good, will no longer be doing interviews at the New York City premiere of the film on Monday, Nov. 17 after Erivo lost her voice earlier in the day, Universal confirms to PEOPLE.

In a video reposted by the Veronica Mars star, a young fan named Bella can be seen approaching the stage to personally say hi to Erivo. The British star quickly got up from her chair and said hello to the fan, who appeared emotional at the sight of her.

For Good" hits theaters, Cynthia Erivo is set to deliver a bewitching performance at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.