Wicked had two different at-home premiere dates: paid digital purchase and rental began December 31, 2024, while subscription streaming on Peacock began March 21, 2025. The distinction matters: the first date was not a free or subscription-streaming release.
When was Wicked released for digital purchase or rental?
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment announced that Wicked (2024) would be available to buy or rent on digital platforms starting December 31, 2024. Its official release announcement named Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home (formerly Vudu), Comcast Xfinity, Cox, and Microsoft Movies & TV as participating outlets. These are paid digital storefronts or cable platforms; the announcement does not mean the film was included with a subscription or available free on that date.
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Wicked (Blu-ray + Digital) | $11.99 | Buy on Amazon |
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Wicked 2-Film Collection - Blu-ray + Digital | $36.99 | Buy on Amazon |
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Wicked: For Good - Blu-ray + Digital | $12.99 | Buy on Amazon |
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Wicked - 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital | $14.62 | Buy on Amazon |
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Wicked: For Good (4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital) | $27.49 | Buy on Amazon |
Universal described the release as available “exclusively on digital platforms to own or rent” on December 31. Digital availability and terms can vary by retailer and territory; the announcement does not establish a complete international rollout.
When did Wicked begin streaming on Peacock?
Peacock announced that Wicked would begin streaming exclusively on its service on March 21, 2025. That is the subscription-streaming date, distinct from the earlier digital rental and purchase date. Peacock’s title page identifies the film as a 2024 musical, lists a 2-hour-40-minute runtime, and promotes a sing-along version.
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How do the at-home release options differ?
| Option | Release date | Access model | What the announcement establishes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Digital purchase or rental | December 31, 2024 | Pay to buy or rent through participating digital retailers and cable platforms | Universal named Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home, Comcast Xfinity, Cox, and Microsoft Movies & TV. |
| Peacock streaming | March 21, 2025 | Subscription streaming on Peacock | Peacock announced the streaming premiere date. |
| 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD | February 4, 2025 | Physical home-video formats | Universal announced this street date; current stock and edition-specific differences are not established by the announcement. |
Universal also described a bonus sing-along version, a 40-minute behind-the-scenes feature, and deleted and extended scenes among the digital purchase bonuses. The announcement tied those extras to purchases from participating retailers, so they should not be assumed to come with a rental. Check the specific retailer and edition for included features.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.How many people streamed Wicked in its first week?
Comcast Corporation reported that Wicked was the most-streamed movie for the week of March 17–23, 2025, with 882 million minutes viewed in its first seven days on Peacock, citing early Nielsen data. This is a historical first-week measurement, not a current streaming ranking. See Comcast’s report.
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- Runtime: 138 minutes
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- Genre: Musical
- Number of Discs: 1
- Number of Tracks: 0
- Rating: PG
- Director: Jon M. Chu
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