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Wicked has been given a PG age rating in the UK for mild threat, discrimination

Wicked has been given a PG age rating in the UK for mild threat, discrimination
Wicked
The long awaited screen adaptation of the hit stage show Wicked has been given a PG age rating in the UK for mild threat, discrimination

The movie stars Cynthia Erivo who has previously been seen in Widows and Luther: The Fallen Sun, it also stars Ariana Grande who has been seen in Dont Look Up and Hairspray Live

After going through many potential directors the movie is directed by Jon M. Chu who has previously helmed Justin Bieber Never Say Never and Crazy Rich Asians.

15 Certificate

Movie Synopsis

An aspiring sorcerer finds acceptance at a magical school until higher authorities try to misuse her powers.

BBFC certificate breakdown.

  • Title: Wicked
  • BBFC age rating: PG Certificate
  • Reason: mild threat, discrimination
  • Release date: 22nd November 2024
  • Runtime: 160 minutes (2 hours 40 minutes)
  • The movie is being released into movie theatres
  • Directed by:
    • Jon M. Chu
  • Starring:
    • Cynthia Erivo
    • Ariana Grande
    • Jonathan Bailey
Wicked

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