Wicked: For Good Director Reveals Cowardly Lion Voice Cameo Ahead of November Release

Director Jon M. Chu revealed several key updates and surprises about the highly anticipated sequel Wicked: For Good. Notably, Chu announced that acclaimed actor Colman Domingo will voice the Cowardly Lion, a notable cameo that was initially intended to remain a surprise until the film's premiere. The director shared that he personally reached out to Domingo via social media to secure his participation, and the reveal was made earlier than expected by the film's official Instagram. Beyond the casting news, Chu made creative changes during post-production, such as refining the "For Good" musical number with new dialogue and filming a previously cut scene exploring Glinda's childhood to deepen her character development. These adjustments were inspired by reflections on the first film's success and aimed at enhancing the emotional impact of the sequel. Wicked: For Good continues the story with a star-studded cast and is set for release on November 21, 2025.