Wicked, fans of the musical have launched an online petition wishing to ban actor James Corden from participating in the film.
At the time of this writing, it has already racked up more than 36,000 signatures with a goal of 50,000.“James Corden in no way shape or form should be in or near the production of Wicked the movie,” the petition’s description reads. “That’s pretty much it.”Related: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo to star in movie version of WickedShort, sweet, and to the point, the petition taps existing anxieties among musical fans already feel about Corden’s participation.
Despite becoming an international star in Rob Marshall’s adaptation of Into the Woods, Corden’s subsequent outings have not found the same level of success.