As the release of Wicked: For Good draws closer, excitement is rising around the world. The first film’s vibrant, reimagined story of Oz and its dramatic cliffhanger left audiences everywhere eager for the story’s ending.

Fans have kept the momentum alive across social media by making their own theories, countdowns, and fan-made edits. Sneak peeks, teasers, and cast interviews further intensify the fandom’s excitement for the release.

According to a Newsweek story, “How, When to Stream ‘Wicked,’ ‘Wicked: For Good’” by Suzanne Blake, “Wicked grossed roughly $1.85 billion worldwide and has become known as the highest-grossing musical adaptation of all time.”

With that level of demand, movie theaters are already bracing for a huge turnout. Whether people are longtime theater fans or newcomers who discover the story through the first film, one thing is clear: When Wicked: For Good finally hits theaters, plenty of seats will be filled.