Universal Studios unveiled the voice cast at CinemaCon, showcasing their highly anticipated two-part film adaptation of the legendary Broadway musical in all its glory. The grand reveal culminated in Las Vegas with Peter Dinklage set to lend his voice to the memorable character of Dr. Dillamond. As Universal closed its CinemaCon showcase with fresh footage of Wicked, audiences were treated to a sneak peek of the movie slated to enchant audiences this Thanksgiving.
Directed by Jon M. Chu, the film adaptation of Wicked — the untold tale of the witches of Oz — stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, a misunderstood young woman with unusual green skin who is yet to embark on her journey of self-discovery. Alongside her is Ariana Grande, portraying Glinda, a privileged and ambitious young woman whose true heart lies beneath her veneer of perfection. Their extraordinary journey begins as friends, ultimately leading them to fulfill their destinies as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good.
In this cinematic adaptation, Dr. Dillamond, portrayed by the iconic Peter Dinklage, takes on the role of a goat professor at Shiz University, a wise historian who warns Elphaba of the impending dark forces that threaten the speaking animals of Oz, including himself.
The first installment of Wicked is set to enchant audiences on November 27, while the second chapter awaits with anticipation for the holiday season of 2025.
Dinklage, renowned for his unforgettable portrayal of Tyrion Lannister in Game of Thrones, which garnered him a record-breaking four Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe, continues to shine on both screen and stage. His illustrious career began with a standout performance at the 2003 Sundance Film Festival in The Station Agent and has since flourished with credits in films such as X-Men: Days of Future Past, Death at a Funeral, Living in Oblivion, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, Avengers: Infinity War, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, and American Dreamer. His future projects include Unfrosted: The Pop Tart Story, The Thicket, and The Toxic Avenger, alongside numerous stage credits including A Month in the Country, Things We Want, Knickerbocker, Richard III, Uncle Vanya, and Cyrano. Dinklage is represented by Franklin Latt at CAA and his attorney Karl Austen.
