Wicked For Good Fails to Cast a Spell at the Golden Globes
The highly anticipated film “Wicked: For Good,” featuring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, had mixed reactions following the announcement of the 2026 Golden Globe nominations. While both stars received nominations, the film itself faced notable snubs.
Golden Globe Nominations
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo both earned nominations at this year’s Golden Globes, marking their second consecutive recognition for their roles in the “Wicked” series. Erivo is nominated for Best Actress in a Motion Picture, Musical or Comedy for her portrayal of Elphaba. Grande received a nomination in the Best Supporting Actress category for her role as Glinda.
Film Snubs
Despite the individual accolades, “Wicked: For Good” did not secure a nomination for Best Picture in the Musical or Comedy category. It did, however, gain recognition in the Cinematic and Box Office Achievement category, a category it won during the previous year.
- Film: Wicked: For Good
- Stars: Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo
- Release Year: 2026
- Major Nominations:
- Cynthia Erivo: Best Actress
- Ariana Grande: Best Supporting Actress
- Best Picture Snub: Yes
- Cinematic Recognition: Yes, in achievement category
Director and Audience Reactions
The film’s director, Jon M. Chu, and the overall production were surprisingly overlooked, especially considering it has been one of the more successful releases amid recent Hollywood challenges. Social media responses have indicated a more subdued reception compared to the first film, with critiques highlighting that the sequel’s musical numbers are considered less popular and its storyline darker.
Original Song Nominations
Despite some criticisms, “Wicked: For Good” received nominations for two songs in the Best Original Song – Motion Picture category. The nominated songs include:
- No Place Like Home
- The Girl in the Bubble
Golden Globes Ceremony Details
The Golden Globes awards show is scheduled to take place on January 11, 2026, and will be hosted by Nikki Glaser. The anticipation for this event continues to build as fans await to see how “Wicked: For Good” performs among its peers.
