Wicked, Nov. 21 -- For Good, the final chapter in Jon M. Chu's two-part adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical, is receiving strong praise online, with fans calling it "pure cinematic joy". Viewers say the sequel is richer, darker and more emotionally layered than the first film, making it a "stunning end" to the franchise.

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's performances as Glinda and Elphaba have drawn widespread acclaim.

One popular review stated, "Ariana Grande is spectacular in every possible way and completely steals the show in Wicked: For Good. This film is very much Glinda's story. The film even loses a little steam whenever she is not on screen."

The reviewer added that "Cynthia Erivo's 'No Good Deed' is a major highlight, ...