Oscars 2026: Shock as 'Wicked: For Good' Snubbed, No Nominations Despite Predecessor's Success
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Moneycontrol•23-01-2026, 11:55
Oscars 2026: Shock as 'Wicked: For Good' Snubbed, No Nominations Despite Predecessor's Success
- •Wicked: For Good received zero nominations at the 98th Academy Awards, surprising many film fans and industry watchers.
- •This complete shutout contrasts sharply with its predecessor, Wicked (2024), which garnered 10 Oscar nominations in 2025, winning two.
- •Expectations were high for the sequel, with predictions for Ariana Grande's Best Supporting Actress nod and technical category recognition.
- •The film's critical reception was significantly poorer than the first, with its Rotten Tomatoes score dropping from 88% to 66%.
- •Despite early awards season momentum, including Golden Globe nominations for Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, the sequel failed to impress Oscar voters.
Why It Matters: Wicked: For Good's complete Oscar snub highlights a stark contrast with its successful predecessor and poor critical reception.
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