As fans eagerly await the theatrical release of Wicked: For Good on November 21, 2025, new details are emerging about the stunning real-world locations where the magical world of Oz was brought to life. The sequel, arriving exactly one year after the first film's premiere, promises to deliver an epic conclusion to the beloved musical's adaptation, and the filming locations play a crucial role in creating its enchanting atmosphere.
Behind the Scenes: The Production Journey
The massive production spanned 160 filming days according to director Jon M. Chu, with principal photography beginning in December 2022 and finally wrapping in January 2024 after delays caused by the SAG-AFTRA strike. Since both parts of the Wicked story were filmed simultaneously, they share numerous filming locations that will appear in both movies.
Most of the filming took place in the United Kingdom, with Sky Studios Elstree in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire serving as the primary indoor shooting location. The final trailer released on September 24, 2025 offers glimpses of both familiar and new locations that will transport audiences back to the magical realm.
Five Magical Filming Locations You Can Visit
Belmont Nurseries, Norfolk, UK
Viewers might spot the blurry red tulips in the background of scenes featuring Glinda and Elphaba's emotional moments. These flowers are part of the spectacular Belmont Nurseries near King's Lynn in Norfolk, where an astonishing nine million tulips were planted specifically for the film production. The nursery opens to the public for approximately two weeks each year during the blooming season around April or May, with proceeds supporting charitable causes.
Ivinghoe, Buckinghamshire, UK
The aerial views of Munchkinland showcase the incredible scale of the production, though the set has since been deconstructed. Visitors can still explore the historic village of Ivinghoe in East Buckinghamshire, which has also served as a filming location for Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
Seven Sisters Country Park, East Sussex, UK
The visually stunning white cliffs of Seven Sisters Country Park provided the backdrop for Cynthia Erivo's powerful performance of "The Wizard and I" in the first film and reappear in the sequel. The final trailer shows Elphaba soaring around the cliffside with flying monkeys in pursuit. Visitors can experience this beautiful location by hiking the 14-mile coastal trail, kayaking the Cuckmere River, or cycling through the park.
Cuckmere River, East Sussex, UK
Fans will recognize the winding Cuckmere River from the Shiz University arrival scene in the first Wicked film. The Wicked: For Good trailer suggests the river makes another appearance, possibly enhanced with magical CGI elements. The river flows between the cliffs of Seven Sisters Country Park, making it possible to visit both locations in one trip.
White Desert National Park, Egypt
In a dramatic international filming choice, production spent 10 days filming in Egypt's White Desert National Park in 2023 to recreate parts of the Land of Oz. Located in the Sahara Desert, this unique landscape offers otherworldly rock formations that perfectly suit the magical setting. Though the exact scenes filmed here remain unconfirmed, the brief shot of Elphaba in the trailer strongly resembles this extraordinary location.
Anticipating the Magical Conclusion
With stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo returning for the conclusion, and these breathtaking locations providing the perfect backdrop, Wicked: For Good promises to be a visual spectacle that honors both the source material and the real-world beauty captured during production. The film demonstrates how movie magic can be enhanced by the natural magic of existing landscapes, from the English countryside to the Egyptian desert.
As November 2025 approaches, fans now have the opportunity to plan their own magical tours of these iconic locations, bringing them closer to the world of Oz than ever before.
