This cinematic musical [the first of a two-parter] tells a untold story of the witches of Oz - Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, 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. Glinda's unflinching desire for popularity sees her seduced by power, while Elphaba's determination to remain true to herself, and to those around her, will have unexpected and shocking consequences on her future. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West. starring Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Michelle Yeoh, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Marissa Bode, Bowen Yang, Bronwyn James, Keala Settle, and Jeff Goldblum. Jon M. Chu directs from the screenplay by stagebookist Winnie Holzman and musician/lyricist Stephen Schwartz; Based on the 2003 Broadway musical, originated from the novel "Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West" adapted by Gregory Maguire. Produced by Marc Platt and David Stone; Executive Producers: David Nicksay, Schwartz and Jared LeBoff. a Marc Platt production for Universal Pictures.