How To Watch ‘Wicked: One Wonderful Night’ Live Online

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo will co-host the musical special Wicked: One Wonderful Night, bringing fans back to Oz. The event premieres Thursday night and offers a chance to experience beloved songs from Wicked.

Event Details

The two-hour special airs Thursday, Nov. on NBC and streams live on DirecTV.
It will also be available on Peacock starting in November.
Featured songs include Defying Gravity, Popular, and previews of For Good and The Girl in the Bubble.

Special Guests and Highlights

Guest appearances include Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, and Marissa Bode. The special promises Emerald City surprises, comedy sketches, production numbers, and an exclusive sneak peek of Wicked: For Good, before its theater release in November.

Announcement and Significance

“I am absolutely delighted to let you in on a centerpiece of our campaign for the second film, and it’s something that’s never been done in the 22-year history of ‘Wicked,’” said Chu during NBCUniversal’s upfront presentation at Radio City Music Hall.

This marks the first time songs from the popular Broadway musical are featured in this format on broadcast television.

Author's summary: The special combines iconic Wicked songs with celebrity hosts and exclusive previews, delivering a unique celebration for fans on multiple platforms this November.

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Variety — 2025-11-06