Cineworld is going all out for the release of Wicked, and we couldn’t be more excited-Cineworld-Entertainment – Metro

At the heart of Wicked’s universal appeal is its out-of-this world music and powerful storyline

If you’re excited for Wicked hitting cinemas later this month, prepare to become even more hyped when you see how Cineworld are marking its release! 

Your favourite cinema chain is going all out by laying on all the merchandise, memorabilia and tasty themed refreshments you need to mark this massive launch in style. 

Wicked brings to life the origin stories of the two witches of Oz, with Cynthia Erivo starring as Elphaba, a powerful young woman often misunderstood, while pop legend Ariana Grande shines as Glinda, whose charm and popularity make her the envy of many. Together, they uncover a friendship that defies expectations in a world of magic and mystery.

Appropriately, Cineworld has marked its release by revealing two Wicked-themed versions of its wildly popular ICEE fizzy slushies – Emerald Green (sour apple) in honour of Elphaba, and Perfect Pink (strawberry) for the breezily beautiful Glinda.

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And even better, you can now get your hands on one of these delicious drinks absolutely free: simply book Wicked tickets in 4DX or ScreenX at Cineworld between Friday November 22 and Thursday 28!

When you visit your local Cineworld, you’ll find an exclusive range of Wicked merch including branded cups and cup toppers, super funky popcorn buckets and – our particular favourite – a witch’s hat drinks container. Trust us, nothing says ‘ultimate fan’ like sipping soda from a witch’s hat!

We also can’t wait to get our hands on their Wicked branded Cineworld gift cards and gift card wallets, which are the perfect choice for Secret Santa or a Christmas Day stocking fillers!

The cards, which are decorated with the message ‘This Christmas is going to be Wicked’, come in red and green and start at £5 in-cinema or £10 when bought online.

Immersive entertainment

Cineworld brings Wicked to life with cutting-edge 4DX technology, delivering a fully immersive experience with moving seats and special effects like wind, water, fog, and bubbles

At the heart of Wicked’s universal appeal is its out-of-this world music and powerful storyline, which touches on the eternal themes of friendship, good versus evil, power and discrimination.

Set in the fantastical Land of Oz, we see young ladies Elphaba and Glinda meeting as students at Shiz University, where they forge an unlikely but profound friendship.

Following an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their relationship reaches a crossroads. We then see their lives take very different paths, with Elphaba evolving into the Wicked Witch of the West while her former best friend transforms into Glinda the Good.

Under the direction of visionary filmmaker Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians, In the Heights), Wicked paints the screen with the vivid beauty of Emerald City, brought to life by nine million tulips planted to build its enchanting world. To experience a spectacle like this on the big screen, there’s truly no place like Cineworld.

THE place to watch 

A cinematic experience totally unique to Cineworld is ScreenX, which employs a revolutionary 270° effect that projects the film onto the side walls of the auditorium (Picture: Jonathan Pow/jp@jonathanpow.com)

You can be sure everyone will be talking about Wicked once it hits UK cinemas on November 22, so by getting in early you can make sure you are part of the conversation.

Plus, with a family-friendly PG rating, Wicked is the perfect outing with the kids. And with the Cineworld Family Ticket, adults pay kids’ prices—so parents can embrace their inner child, and everyone can be more childish together.

But to elevate your experience to the extraordinary, there’s only one place to watch – Cineworld, with its exclusive premium large formats.

Cineworld brings Wicked to life with cutting-edge 4DX technology, delivering a fully immersive, multi-sensory experience with moving seats and special effects like wind, water, fog, and bubbles.

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A movie like Wicked isn’t just meant to be watched—you’re meant to feel it. With every seat movement synchronized to the action on screen, you’ll be swept up in the magic of every spell and this technology is only available at Cineworld.

Another cinematic experience totally unique to Cineworld is ScreenX, which employs a revolutionary 270° effect that projects the film onto the side walls of the auditorium.

As you sit back in your seat, the film extends beyond your peripheral vision – putting you right there beside Elphaba and Glinda as they embark upon their epic journey.

So what are you waiting for? Enjoy the full spellbinding experience by booking your ticket to watch Wicked in 4DX or ScreenX at Cineworld from November 22 and Thursday 28 – and get a free limited-edition ICEE!

Watch out for these other stars too!

Jonathan Bailey: The former star of Bridgerton and Fellow Travelers appears as Fiyero, a roguish and carefree prince.
Peter Dinklage: Game of Thrones Legend and four-time Emmy winner Peter voices Dr Dillamond the talking goat.
Ethan Slater: The man behind Broadway’s Spongebob Squarepants appears as Boq, an altruistic Munchkin student.
Jeff Goldblum: Pop culture icon Jeff wows as the legendary Wizard of Oz.
Michelle Yeoh: The Oscar® winner features in Wicked as Shiz University’s regal headmistress Madame Morrible.