Watch Ariana Grande’s Glinda meet Bowen Yang’s Pfannee in 'Wicked' deleted scene (exclusive)
Wondering how Glinda became besties with Bowen Yang’s Pfannee and Bronwyn James’ ShenShen? EW has an exclusive look at a deleted scene from 'Wicked' that shows the trio uniting — or is that reuniting? — at Shiz.
Watch Ariana Grande's Glinda meet Bowen Yang’s Pfannee in Wicked deleted scene (exclusive)
Apparently, Miss Cringable’s Twirling Academy creates lifelong friendships.By Sara Netzley
Published on December 30, 2024 08:00AM EST
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Ariana Grande’s Glinda is the queen of Shiz from the moment her dainty pink shoes touch down on the university’s non-yellow bricks in Wicked: Part I. And her reign is supported by her (mostly) devoted minions, played by Bowen Yang and Bronwyn James.
But how did Glinda become besties with Yang’s Pfannee and James’ ShenShen? EW has an exclusive look at a deleted scene from the box-office smash (available Dec. 31 to rent or buy on digital) that shows the trio uniting — or is that reuniting? — at Shiz.
The clip opens with Galinda Upland, as she’s then known, delighting in her arrival at the institution where she hopes to study magic under the tutelage of the imperious Madame Morrible (Michelle Yeoh).
Her solitude is broken when two fellow students rush up, crooning her name in unison. At first, Glinda looks at them blankly, even after they introduce themselves, and excitedly ask if she remembers them.
It’s not until Pfannee mentions their time together at Miss Cringable’s Twirling Academy that the lightbulb goes off for the pink-clad beauty.
Bowen Yang, Ariana Grande, and Bronwyn Jones in a deleted scene from 'Wicked: Part I'.
Universal Pictures
“Of course!” Glinda exclaims. Then the trio launches into a twirling routine involving wrist twists, full-body spins, and a joyful chorus of, “Sunrise, bright eyes!”
Afterward, Glinda squeals and pulls Pfannee and ShenShen into a hug before pulling back and asking pertly, “How are you? Truthfully.”
Her question prompts Pfannee to respond with the level of honesty that she requested.
“I’ve been… through,” he says with a sigh. “I’ve been through.”
Glinda, her niceness on full display, immediately responds with, “Oh! I’m sorry.”
And with that, a beautiful friendship is born... until Glinda's shifting loyalties to Elphaba Thropp upend their dynamic.
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This clip, along with nine other deleted or extended scenes, is included in the streaming version that will be available to rent or buy on Tuesday at Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home, Comcast Xfinity, Cox, and Microsoft Movies & TV.
Other available features include the bonus Sing-Along version, which displays the song lyrics onscreen karaoke-style, as well as behind-the-scenes looks at the making of the film; features on the costumes, cameos, and production design; commentary with director Jon M. Chu and stars Grande and Cynthia Erivo; and discussions with the cast and crew about their memories of the original Broadway production.
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When Wicked: Part I hit theaters on Nov. 22, the film broke records as the biggest opening for a movie based on a Broadway show, and it earned four Golden Globe nominations, including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. Wicked also stars Jonathan Bailey, Jeff Goldblum, and Peter Dinklage.
Wicked: For Good, the back half of the cinematic adaptation, will premiere Nov. 21, 2025.
