The live-action movie adaptation of the Broadway musical popularity of Wicked as a stage musical, Universal developed a film adaptation. Despite its inspiration, Wicked is not connected to The Wizard of Oz in a traditional sense; instead, it serves as a companion piece with similarities and differences.

Wicked follows the early days of Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) and Glinda (Ariane Grande) as an unlikely friendship emerges before they become the powerful forces in Oz, the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good. Whether someone is a fan of the 1939 movie or the musical show, Wicked received strong praise and multiple nominations at the Oscars, Golden Globes, and other award shows. With Universal already completing Wicked: Part Two ahead of its November 2025 release, there are different opportunities to watch the first film at home.

Where To Watch Wicked On Streaming

Wicked Is Streaming On Peacock

It took a while for Universal Pictures to announce when Wicked's streaming release date would be, but it was finally confirmed. Wicked arrived on the Peacock streaming platform on March 21, 2025. Universal's movies release on Peacock after 90 days on average, but its bigger IP titles - like Wicked - almost always wait about 120 days. This lines up with the late March arrival date for the movie.

Peacock offers two plans at different prices for new subscribers. The level costs $7.99 per month (or $79.99 per year) and features ads. The Plus level, at $13.99 per month (or $139.99 per year), is ad-free and allows s of various shows and films.

Where To Rent/Buy Wicked

The Film Is Available For Purchase And Rental

As is often the case, Wicked became available for purchase on digital before it hit a streaming service. This interpretation of a popular Broadway hit (originally adapted from a novel) is an ideal watch from the comfort of home, where audiences can sing along as loudly as they want. If viewers don't want to sign up for a streaming service, they can buy the film for $19.99.

Interestingly, the film was only temporarily available to rent upon its digital arrival on December 31, 2024. However, on March 4th, 2025, Wicked was available to rent once again for $5.99. The movie is also available in physical media. On Amazon, Wicked runs $28.13 for 4K Ultra HD, and it includes several special features, both the sing-a-long and theatrical versions of the movie and two different commentary tracks. It also runs $24.95 for Blu-ray and $19.95 for the DVD.

Where To Stream Other Wizard Of Oz Movies

The Wizard Of Oz, The Wiz, Oz: The Great And Powerful, And More

There are several movies to enjoy in the world of Wicked. Of course, the first of these is the original 1930 classic, The Wizard of Oz. This movie was a beloved classic, earning five Oscar nominations (winning Best Song for "Over the Rainbow") and being preserved in the National Film Registry in 1989 as one of the first 25 films the Library of Congress added there. The Wizard of Oz currently streams on Max as well as the TNT/TBS/TruTV streaming service.

In 1978, an interesting adaptation arrived called The Wiz. This was directed by Sidney Lumet (12 Angry Men) and starred Diana Ross as Dorothy and Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow. This version of the story is available to stream on Netflix. In 1985, a live-action sequel called Return to Oz arrived, starring Fairuza Balk (The Craft) as Dorothy, and it is on Disney+.

In 2013, Sam Raimi was fresh off his adaptation of Alice in Wonderland, and he set his sights on Oz by directing a prequel titled Oz the Great and Powerful. This movie stars James Franco as The Wizard and also features Michelle Williams and Mila Kunis. It is also available to stream on Disney+, making Wicked the only one streaming right now on Peacock.