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March 8, 2025 -

They seem to take him off school grounds, they have their moment, and then Fiyero says he better get the cub to safety and dashes off but I assume there isn't a local lion rescue org nearby. Do we know what he does with the little guy?

I know that the cub becomes the Cowardly Lion but do the books or the musical say what happens him after his rescue?

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Brrr | Wicked Wiki | Fandom
2 weeks ago - Sir Brrr, Lord Low Plenipotentiary of Traum, better known as the Cowardly Lion, is a major character in The Wicked Years, being the main protagonist of book three: A Lion Among Men.
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Who is the cowardly lion?
The Cowardly Lion is the lion cub Elphaba and Fiyero brought into the woods during Part 1. This is spun into blaming Elphaba for the lion's cowardice - in the song "March of the Witch Hunters" the Tin Man has the lines: And the lion also / Has a grievance to repay / If she'd let him fight his own battles / When he was young / He wouldn't be a coward today! More on reddit.com
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But what do they do with the little lion cub? 🥺 (Spoilers okay.)
In act 2 they said he’s a coward bc Elphaba rescued him. We don’t actually know where Fiyero takes him. More on reddit.com
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Was the cub they used int he show real and does it become the Cowardly Lion?
Yes it's real. Every production borrows a lion cub from the local zoo. /s More on reddit.com
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Deleted scene: FULL lion cub scene
Well that explains where the scratch came from. More on reddit.com
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An in depth study of the Lion Cub Scene in the Wicked Movie – @deeplyshalllow on Tumblr
Elphaba, never one for staying silent, like her musical counterpart, continues to challenge the teacher and get increasingly distressed through seeing the Cub in the cage (the premonition of seeing Dillamond in a cage here is, obviously, new to the movie and I think mostly serves to show how distressed she is – I don’t think she’s really realised what she’s seeing is the future, but it may haunt her later). “Can you imagine a world where Animals are kept in cages and never learn to speak. This Lion Cub seems so frightened.
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Who Is The Cowardly Lion in 'Wicked: For Good?' Meet the Academy Award Nominee Behind That Voice
November 22, 2025 - In “Wicked: For Good” (and the second act of “Wicked”), it is revealed that the lion cub Elphaba and Fiyero freed grew up to become the Cowardly Lion from “The Wizard of Oz.” Though the release of the cub helped him gain the ability ...
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Wicked Cowardly Lion 7.5" Cub Plush - Officially Licensed Stuffed Animal, Children Ages 3+
Step into the enchanting world of Oz with our authentic plush replica of the Cowardly Lion! With its irresistibly soft fur and endearing expression, this cuddly lion cub is sure to capture the hearts of fans young and old alike. Officially licensed by Universal, it’s the perfect addition to any collection and a wonderful way to bring a touch of Oz magic into your home. Crafted with premium plush fabric and featuring film-accurate details, this replica mirrors the Cowardly Lion cub as seen in the new Wicked movie. The plush measures approximately 7.5 inches tall and is recommended for Wicked fa
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Cowardly Lion - Wikipedia
1 week ago - In Wicked, the 2024 film adaptation ... of the same name, the Lion appears as a lion cub used in a demonstration on how to subdue talking animals and prevent them from speaking by keeping them in cages....
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The Cowardly Lion's Origin In Wicked Before Wizard Of Oz Explained
November 2, 2024 - Dillamond (Peter Dinklage) being ... animal population. The new teacher brings a caged lion cub to class, demonstrating how imprisoning him from youth will result in him never learning to speak at all....
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Wicked Lion Cub Plush
Officially licensed by Universal, it's the perfect addition to any collection and a wonderful way to bring a touch of Oz magic into your home! Bring home the adorable creatures of Oz with this authentic plush replica of the cowardly lion cub, as seen in the new Wicked movie
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Amazon.com: The Noble Collection Wicked Cowardly Lion Cub Plush : Toys & Games
This lion cub plush is a charmingly accurate recreation of the lion cub from the new Wicked movie, complete with an endearing expression and soft fur, to capture the essence of the adorable character.
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Who is the Cowardly Lion in Wicked? Here's how the musical reveals his true identity - Capital
December 4, 2024 - However, they beef his character out a little in Wicked. If you’ve seen Part 1, then you’ve already met the Cowardly Lion as the cub that was brought in during a demonstration at Shiz by the teacher replacing Dr Dillamond.
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How One Wicked Character Becomes The Cowardly Lion In The Wizard Of Oz - SlashFilm
January 29, 2025 - Elphaba isn't great at keeping her magical abilities in check, especially when she feels strong emotions — and as a result of her fury, she accidentally casts a spell involving a bouquet of poppies she gave to Doctor Dillamond before his imprisonment, putting everyone in the room to sleep except for Elphaba herself and Winkie prince Fiyero Tigelaar (Jonathan Bailey). The two steal the lion cub, run away — stashing him in a bike basket very reminiscent of Toto's main form of transport in "The Wizard of Oz" — and set him free in the woods, ensuring his safety before returning to school.
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Wicked Lion Cub
With its irresistibly soft fur and endearing expression, this is an authentic plush replica of the Lion Cub from Wicked, who later goes on to become the infamous Cowardly Lion. Finely detailed and inclusive of a finely embroidered gold Wicked logo on the rear left paw, this plush measures approximately 7.5" tall.
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How the Cowardly Lion Connects to Wicked: For Good
In Wicked: For Good, the Lion who shows up in the forest to expose Elphaba's past to the other escaping animals is the grown-up cub from 2024's Wicked.
Published   November 21, 2025
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Elphaba and Fiyero Save the Lion Cub (Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey) | Wicked - YouTube
Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) bravely stands up against cruelty to save a helpless lion cub from imprisonment. #wicked #cynthiaerivo #arianagrande #movieclipGet y...
Published   March 4, 2025