Bridgerton actor Jonathan Bailey joins cast of Wicked movies - who he is and the part he will play

Further details of John M. Chu’s ambitious two-part stage musical movie Wicked has been confirmed, as Netflix drama Bridgerton sees its star Jonathan Bailey join the cast.

The English actor’s inclusion was confirmed on Wednesday, September 21 after being heavily rumoured for a role.

Wicked, which was initially drawn up from Gregory Maguire’s novelisation, tells the story of Galinda and Elphaba, who were the witches from The Wizard of Oz.

Bailey joins the likes of popular American singer Ariana Grande (Glinda) and London-born actress Cynthia Ervio (Elphaba) to be confirmed to star in the musical.

When will Wicked be in cinemas?

Universal Studios has been developing the film since 2004, which will release in two parts with the first set to land in cinemas for Christmas 2024.

The second and final part of the musical movie will launch sometime in 2025.

But who is Jonathan Bailey and who will the Netflix actor play in the two-part Wicked musical? Here is everything you need to know.