{"id":350535,"date":"2025-10-21T01:15:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T08:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/es\/?p=399604"},"modified":"2025-10-21T01:18:25","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T08:18:25","slug":"we-already-know-who-will-play-one-of-the-most-beloved-characters-in-wicked-for-good","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/en\/we-already-know-who-will-play-one-of-the-most-beloved-characters-in-wicked-for-good\/","title":{"rendered":"We already know who will play one of the most beloved characters in Wicked: For Good"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Colman Domingo has been chosen to play the Cowardly Lion in &#8216;Wicked: For Good&#8217;, <\/strong>the highly anticipated sequel to the film adaptation of the acclaimed Broadway musical. The news was announced via the movie&#8217;s social media, as well as on Domingo&#8217;s official accounts, on Monday morning.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The coward is a lion at home and a hare in the square<\/h2>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8216;Wicked: For Good&#8217; is directed by Jon Chu, who previously brought the first chapter of this magical story to the screen. The film is based on the Tony Award-winning musical, which in turn is inspired by the book &#8216;Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West&#8217; by Gregory Maguire. <strong>This work has captivated audiences around the world, presenting <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sensacine.com.mx\/noticias\/noticia-1000166378\/\">a new perspective on the iconic characters<\/a><strong> from &#8216;The Wizard of Oz.&#8217;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The role of the Cowardly Lion is one of the most beloved in the collective imagination of fans of the story, and Domingo brings a new energy to the character. <strong>His career as an actor and artist has been acclaimed on multiple platforms, promising a Cowardly Lion full of nuances and depth.<\/strong> This casting has been received with enthusiasm by the franchise&#8217;s followers, who are eager to see how this new chapter in the &#8216;Wicked&#8217; universe will unfold.<\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The choice of Domingo suggests an innovative approach that could shed light on the history of this character and his relationship with other protagonists. At a time when cinemas are looking to offer memorable experiences,<strong> this project is going to be a hit in the family and musical movie lineup in the coming years.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Wicked: For Good | Final Trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/R2Xubj7lazE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With Colman Domingo voicing the Cowardly Lion, &#8216;<strong>Wicked: For Good&#8217; promises to uphold the legacy of the musical, combining the emotion and the story of friendship that have captivated generations. <\/strong> The fusion of Domingo&#8217;s talent and Chu&#8217;s direction heralds a production that is sure to be celebrated by both critics and fans.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Colman Domingo has been chosen to play the Cowardly Lion in &#8216;Wicked: For Good&#8217;, the highly anticipated sequel to the film adaptation of the acclaimed Broadway musical. The news was announced through the movie&#8217;s social media, as well as Domingo&#8217;s official accounts, on Monday morning. The coward is a lion at home and a hare in the square &#8216;Wicked: For Good&#8217; is directed by Jon Chu, who already brought the first chapter of this magical story to the screen. 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