The magical world of Oz has made its way from Broadway to the multiplex, with Wicked now in theatres. The musical adventure starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo tells the origin story of Elphaba, a powerful witch who is heavily misunderstood and teased for her green skin, and Glinda, her seemingly perfect and beloved roommate who yearns to be a witch herself. Unlike the famous Broadway musical, Wicked is only the first of a two-part story. The first installment focuses on their origin story, while Wicked: Part Two will delve into their transformations into the Wicked Witch of the West and the Good Witch of the North.
If you enjoyed watching Wicked in theatres, here are 10 other magical films to keep you busy while you wait for Wicked: Part 2 to hit the big screen.
10 Movies You’ll Love If You Enjoyed Watching Wicked
Relive the fantasy that started it all with Dorothy Gale and her loyal dog Toto as they journey through the magical world of Oz, with Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion and the Scarecrow. They travel together to find the wonderful wizard of Oz, who can grant their heart's true desire.
Wicked isn’t the first prequel to come out of the Wizard of Oz franchise. If you’re interested in knowing more about how the Wizard in Wizard of Oz came to be, check out Disney’s 2013 fantasy adventure film, Oz the Great and Powerful, starring James Franco as the shrewd and conniving Wizard.
If you are looking for another family-friendly musical, Enchanted is the perfect addition to your watchlist. The live action Disney movie follows Giselle, a storybook princess who is transported to modern-day New York City after she is cured by her evil stepmother. This whimsical Disney film is packed with charm, humour, and iconic musical numbers, all while making light of the fairytale clichés Disney itself helped popularise.
Wonka stars Timothée Chalamet as Willy Wonka in a musical prequel to the beloved classic, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. It explores the chocolatier's formative years as he arrives in a new city and begins to sell his magical, candied creations.
Similar to The Wizard of Oz, Disney’s Alice in Wonderland follows a young girl as she stumbles upon the fantastical world of Wonderland. This 2010 musical marked Disney’s foray into live action adaptations of their most popular animated classics, sparking a trend that led to live action movies of Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, and many more.
If fantasy musicals are your thing, you can’t go wrong with Disney’s The Beauty and the Beast. While Emma Watson isn’t a professionally trained singer like Ariana Grande, the musical marked her singing debut as princess Belle.
The Greatest Showman is a visually stunning musical about a starry-eyed showman who builds the most imaginative and entertaining live shows for his audience. Inspired by the life of P.T Barnum, this musical treat stars Hugh Jackman in the lead.
If you enjoyed all the witchcraft and wizardry in Wicked, you may be interested in Roald Dahl's The Witches. Based on Dahl’s bestselling children’s novel of the same name, the movie explores a coven of evil witches as they work towards converting children into mice.
Combining the best elements of Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, and Rapunzel into a musical spectacle, Into the Woods takes audiences on an enchanting journey through the world of fairytales – delving into the consequences of having your wish come true.
If you love a good school rivalry, check out Descendants. Set in the enchanting Auradon Prep, this musical follows the offspring of iconic Disney villains like Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Cruella de Vil, and Jafar, as well as the children of beloved heroes like Belle Cinderella and Princess Aurora. Much like Wicked, the movie explores the clash between good and evil.
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