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NBC Sets ‘Wicked’ Concert Nov. 6 and Rare Broadcast of Original Nov. 19 Ahead of Sequel

NBCUniversal orchestrates a coordinated push that spans prime time and streaming to lift the sequel’s theatrical launch.

Overview

  • The two-hour ‘Wicked: One Wonderful Night’ airs Nov. 6 at 8/7c on NBC, with next-day streaming on Peacock.
  • NBC will broadcast the original ‘Wicked’ on Nov. 19 in a rare linear slot secured during its Pay-One window through a deal with Amazon/Prime Video.
  • Taped at the Dolby Theatre, the special features Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo and cast performing with a 37-piece orchestra and choreography reimagined by Christopher Scott.
  • Viewers will see cast interviews, behind-the-scenes moments, world-premiere clips from ‘Wicked: For Good’ and two new songs by composer Stephen Schwartz.
  • The campaign leverages the first film’s $756 million global box office and 10 Oscar nominations as Jon M. Chu’s sequel opens in theaters on Nov. 21.