Colman Domingo Roars into 'Wicked: For Good' as Cowardly Lion

Colman Domingo joins 'Wicked: For Good' as the Cowardly Lion. Directed by Jon M Chu, the sequel, releasing November 21, explores characters overlapping with 'The Wizard of Oz.' The cast includes Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, featuring a story of friendship, identity, and classic adventures.

Actor Colman Domingo has been cast as the Cowardly Lion in the upcoming sequel, 'Wicked: For Good,' directed by Jon M Chu. Set to release in theaters on November 21, the film is a continuation of the narrative begun in the first installment that premiered last November.

The announcement, made on Instagram, featured Domingo playfully revealing his new role while interacting with stuffed lions. Known from the iconic 1939 movie 'The Wizard of Oz,' his character in 'Wicked' is shown to develop from the rescued cub into the Cowardly Lion.

Produced by Universal Pictures, 'Wicked: For Good' promises a blend of nostalgia and novelty, integrating familiar scenes from 'The Wizard of Oz' while delving into new storylines. Alongside Domingo, the film showcases performances by Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Michelle Yeoh, and others.

(With inputs from agencies.)