Each of the actors succeeded in bringing beloved literary characters and iconic songs to the big screen.

For once, there is very little we can complain about.

According to rumors, some of the mainWickedactors' performances might be Oscars contenders.

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Contrary to Elphaba, Nessa allows her friends' judgment to get in the way of her choices.

Nevertheless, despite the subtlety portrayed, Bode’s performance lacks the wit of her castmates.

However, Boq is far from an innocent victim.

Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero looking behind him and Elphaba and Glinda in Wicked with a blossom tree.

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However, to truly see Slater shine, the public will have to wait for the second part ofWicked.

Thus, Dinklage’s performance honors the political significance of the role.

The actor’s subtle inflections make the character’s complex journey even more heartbreaking.

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Although not in the top three,theBridgertonactor’s clever performance inWickeddeserves recognition.

Yeoh’s multifaceted performance deserved third place, after the obvious two everyone is really talking about.

Similarly, her acting does not disappoint.

Nessarose in front of an image of Nessa and Elphaba in Wicked

Ariana Grande in the role of Glinda the Good is a dazzling triumph.

Many speculate her work in the musical might earn her an Academy Award.

The character could easily come across as annoying or downright unlikable.

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