Jon M. Chu
Latest News on Jon M. Chu:
Ruthie Ann Miles, Conrad Ricamora & More Featured in CRAZY RICH ASIANS Musical Reading (Dec 22, 2025)
Video: Ariana Grande Reacts to WICKED Mac & Cheese, Previews SNL Appearance on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS (Dec 19, 2025)
Listen: WICKED: FOR GOOD Sing-Along Soundtrack Now Available (Dec 19, 2025)
Ruthie Ann Miles, Conrad Ricamora & More Featured in CRAZY RICH ASIANS Musical Reading (Dec 22, 2025)
Video: Ariana Grande Reacts to WICKED Mac & Cheese, Previews SNL Appearance on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS (Dec 19, 2025)
Listen: WICKED: FOR GOOD Sing-Along Soundtrack Now Available (Dec 19, 2025)
BIO
Jonathan Murray Chu (born November 2, 1979) is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter. He is best known as the director of 2018's Crazy Rich Asians, one of the first films by a major Hollywood studio to feature a majority cast of Asian descent in a modern setting since The Joy Luck Club in 1993,[3] and of the two-part film adaptation of the acclaimed stage musical Wicked, consisting of Wicked (2024) and WIcked: Part Two (2025).
The films that he has directed often include musical elements, including the dance films Step Up 2: The Streets (2008) and Step Up 3D (2010), musicals Jem and the Holograms (2015) and In the Heights (2021), and the live concert films Justin Bieber: Never Say Never (2011) and Justin Bieber's Believe (2013). Chu is an alumnus of the USC School of Cinematic Arts.
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Video: Ariana Grande Reacts to WICKED Mac & Cheese, Previews SNL Appearance on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-19 11:21:34
Video: Ethan Slater on Boq's Character Transformation in WICKED: FOR GOOD
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-18 16:13:20
Video: Ariana Grande Bundles Up for New York Weather in New SNL Promo
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-17 13:23:40
Video: Jonathan Bailey Talks Fiyero's Transformation in WICKED: FOR GOOD Featurette
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-17 11:23:15
Video: Stephen Schwartz and John Powell Talk WICKED: FOR GOOD Music in New Featurette
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-11 14:45:37
Video: Go Behind the Scenes of WICKED: FOR GOOD Sound Design in New Featurette
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-10 11:34:06
Video: Jon M. Chu Looks Back at WICKED Journey in New Featurette
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-08 16:01:59
Video: Inside the VFX Magic for WICKED: FOR GOOD with Visual Effects Supervisor Pablo Helman
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-05 13:38:52
Video: Ethan Slater Talks Boq's Arc and Transformation in WICKED: FOR GOOD
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-21 13:49:42
Video: Jeff Goldblum Talks 'Noble' WICKED: FOR GOOD, Praises Jon M. Chu
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-18 11:21:09
Video: Michelle Yeoh Talks WICKED Character Arc, CRAZY RICH ASIANS Musical
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-17 11:53:10
Video: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Sing 'For Good' in New WICKED Featurette
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-12 11:13:43
Video: Behind the Scenes of WICKED: FOR GOOD with Bowen Yang and Bronwyn James
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-10 12:12:52
Video: Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth Reunite With WICKED Movie Stars for 'For Good' Quartet
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-07 11:03:18
Videos: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande Perform WICKED Songs in Sneak Peeks From NBC Special
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-06 12:44:16
Video: WICKED Cast Share Which Props They Took Home From Set in WICKED: ONE WONDERFUL NIGHT Sneak Peek
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-05 14:41:38
Video: Ethan Slater and Bowen Yang Perform 'Dancing Through Life' in WICKED: ONE WONDERFUL NIGHT Sneak Peek
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-04 13:03:50
Video: Jonathan Bailey Named PEOPLE's 'Sexiest Man Alive;' Previews WICKED: FOR GOOD on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-04 10:24:47
Video: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Perform 'What Is This Feeling?' in WICKED: ONE WONDERFUL NIGHT Sneak Peek
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-03 10:46:06
Video: New WICKED: FOR GOOD Featurette Teases Grand Conclusion of Film Adaptation
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-29 11:13:07
News
Ruthie Ann Miles, Conrad Ricamora & More Featured in CRAZY RICH ASIANS Musical Reading
by Michael Major - Dec 22, 2025
A 29-hour reading for the musical adaptation of Crazy Rich Asians was held in New York City recently, with several members of the creative team sharing photos from inside.
by Michael Major - Dec 22, 2025
A 29-hour reading for the musical adaptation of Crazy Rich Asians was held in New York City recently, with several members of the creative team sharing photos from inside.
Video: Ariana Grande Reacts to WICKED Mac & Cheese, Previews SNL Appearance on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 19, 2025
Amid the success of Wicked: For Good, Ariana Grande visited Late Night with Seth Meyers to talk about the film and its extensive merchandise, as well as hosting the holiday episode of SNL this week. Watch her late-night appearance now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 19, 2025
Amid the success of Wicked: For Good, Ariana Grande visited Late Night with Seth Meyers to talk about the film and its extensive merchandise, as well as hosting the holiday episode of SNL this week. Watch her late-night appearance now.
Listen: WICKED: FOR GOOD Sing-Along Soundtrack Now Available
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 19, 2025
A new sing-along karaoke edition of the Wicked: For Good soundtrack has been released, allowing fans to belt out their favorite tunes, including 'No Good Deed,' 'As Long As You're Mine,' 'For Good,' and more. Check out the new soundtrack here.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 19, 2025
A new sing-along karaoke edition of the Wicked: For Good soundtrack has been released, allowing fans to belt out their favorite tunes, including 'No Good Deed,' 'As Long As You're Mine,' 'For Good,' and more. Check out the new soundtrack here.
Video: Ethan Slater on Boq's Character Transformation in WICKED: FOR GOOD
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 18, 2025
In a new featurette for Wicked: For Good, Ethan Slater speaks about the dramatic transformation of his character, Boq, as seen in the new movie. Check it out now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 18, 2025
In a new featurette for Wicked: For Good, Ethan Slater speaks about the dramatic transformation of his character, Boq, as seen in the new movie. Check it out now.
WICKED: FOR GOOD Screenplay Now Available for Free Online
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 18, 2025
Wicked: For Good fans can now read the official screenplay for the blockbuster film, now playing in theaters. The screenplay offers insights into material that was omitted from the final cut of the film. Find out how to read it now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 18, 2025
Wicked: For Good fans can now read the official screenplay for the blockbuster film, now playing in theaters. The screenplay offers insights into material that was omitted from the final cut of the film. Find out how to read it now.
Videos/Photos: Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Baz Luhrmann & More at WICKED: FOR GOOD Hollywood Celebration
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025
Earlier this month, Wicked stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo joined filmmaker Baz Luhrmann for a celebration of Wicked: For Good at Hollywood's The Astor. Check out photos and videos from the evening, including a special performance of 'For Good.'
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025
Earlier this month, Wicked stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo joined filmmaker Baz Luhrmann for a celebration of Wicked: For Good at Hollywood's The Astor. Check out photos and videos from the evening, including a special performance of 'For Good.'
Video: Ariana Grande Bundles Up for New York Weather in New SNL Promo
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025
In a new promo for Saturday Night Live, Ariana Grande bundles up to see the iconic Rockefeller Christmas Tree ahead of her hosting duties. Tune in to see Grande host the show this Saturday, December 20.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025
In a new promo for Saturday Night Live, Ariana Grande bundles up to see the iconic Rockefeller Christmas Tree ahead of her hosting duties. Tune in to see Grande host the show this Saturday, December 20.
Video: Jonathan Bailey Talks Fiyero's Transformation in WICKED: FOR GOOD Featurette
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025
In a new featurette for Wicked: For Good, Jonathan Bailey speaks about the dramatic transformation of his character Fiyero as seen in the new movie. Check it out now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025
In a new featurette for Wicked: For Good, Jonathan Bailey speaks about the dramatic transformation of his character Fiyero as seen in the new movie. Check it out now.
WICKED: FOR GOOD Sing-Along Soundtrack Coming This Friday
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025
Get your voices ready! This Friday, a new sing-along edition of the Wicked: For Good soundtrack will be released, allowing fans to belt out their favorite tunes, including 'No Good Deed,' 'As Long As You're Mine,' and 'For Good,' which is available now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025
Get your voices ready! This Friday, a new sing-along edition of the Wicked: For Good soundtrack will be released, allowing fans to belt out their favorite tunes, including 'No Good Deed,' 'As Long As You're Mine,' and 'For Good,' which is available now.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 12, 2025- OH, MARY! To Welcome John Cameron Mitchell and More
by - Dec 12, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 12, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Dec 12, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 12, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
CRAZY RICH ASIANS Musical Reading Held in New York City This Week
by Michael Major - Dec 11, 2025
A reading for the musical adaptation of Crazy Rich Asians is being held in New York City this week. The stage version of Jon M. Chu's hit film is being worked on, with Helen J. Shen, Alyssa Fox, Jasmine Forsberg and more involved.
by Michael Major - Dec 11, 2025
A reading for the musical adaptation of Crazy Rich Asians is being held in New York City this week. The stage version of Jon M. Chu's hit film is being worked on, with Helen J. Shen, Alyssa Fox, Jasmine Forsberg and more involved.
Video: Stephen Schwartz and John Powell Talk WICKED: FOR GOOD Music in New Featurette
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 11, 2025
In a new featurette for Wicked: For Good, composers Stephen Schwartz and John Powell open up about the music in the film and how the new material was integrated into the story to create an expansive, cinematic version of the stage show. Check it out now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 11, 2025
In a new featurette for Wicked: For Good, composers Stephen Schwartz and John Powell open up about the music in the film and how the new material was integrated into the story to create an expansive, cinematic version of the stage show. Check it out now.
Video: Go Behind the Scenes of WICKED: FOR GOOD Sound Design in New Featurette
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2025
In a new featurette for Wicked: For Good, sound mixers Simon Hayes and Andy Nelson, sound designer John Marquis, and more delve into the world of sound as heard in the new film. Watch the video now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2025
In a new featurette for Wicked: For Good, sound mixers Simon Hayes and Andy Nelson, sound designer John Marquis, and more delve into the world of sound as heard in the new film. Watch the video now.
Video: Jon M. Chu Looks Back at WICKED Journey in New Featurette
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 8, 2025
In a new featurette for Wicked: For Good, director Jon M. Chu takes center stage, shining a spotlight on the weight and epic nature of the massive two-part film adaptation. Check it out now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 8, 2025
In a new featurette for Wicked: For Good, director Jon M. Chu takes center stage, shining a spotlight on the weight and epic nature of the massive two-part film adaptation. Check it out now.
Video: Jeff Goldblum Shares Stories from His 5-Decade Career on Stage and Screen
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 6, 2025
In this interview, Jeff Goldblum unpacks everything from finding the arts as a child in Pittsburgh, to his training, and the many projects that have led him to Wicked: For Good.
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 6, 2025
In this interview, Jeff Goldblum unpacks everything from finding the arts as a child in Pittsburgh, to his training, and the many projects that have led him to Wicked: For Good.
Video: Inside the VFX Magic for WICKED: FOR GOOD with Visual Effects Supervisor Pablo Helman
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2025
In a new featurette for Wicked: For Good, visual effects supervisor Pablo Helman offers viewers a look into the VFX work on display in the newest film. Check out the video to see behind-the-scenes special effects shots from the movie.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2025
In a new featurette for Wicked: For Good, visual effects supervisor Pablo Helman offers viewers a look into the VFX work on display in the newest film. Check out the video to see behind-the-scenes special effects shots from the movie.
Listen: WICKED: FOR GOOD Score Album Available Now
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2025
Republic Records has released the official score album for Wicked: For Good, containing all the instrumental underscoring written for the film by Stephen Schwartz and John Powell. Listen to it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2025
Republic Records has released the official score album for Wicked: For Good, containing all the instrumental underscoring written for the film by Stephen Schwartz and John Powell. Listen to it now!
Exclusive: Musical Wizards John Powell and Stephen Oreumus Share WICKED: FOR GOOD Easter Eggs
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2025
BroadwayWorld caught up with Wicked: For Good composer John Powell and executive music producer Stephen Oremus, who shared insights into the process of bringing the music to the screen and revealed easter eggs in the score of the new film.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2025
BroadwayWorld caught up with Wicked: For Good composer John Powell and executive music producer Stephen Oremus, who shared insights into the process of bringing the music to the screen and revealed easter eggs in the score of the new film.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 5, 2025- Explore Christmas In NYC and More
by - Dec 5, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 5, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Dec 5, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 5, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Jon M. Chu Signs First-Look Film and TV Deal with Paramount
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 4, 2025
Jon M. Chu, director of the two-part Wicked movie, has signed a new first-look deal with Paramount Pictures and Paramount Television Studios. The deal will see Chu and his production company work to develop and produce new movie and TV projects for the studio.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 4, 2025
Jon M. Chu, director of the two-part Wicked movie, has signed a new first-look deal with Paramount Pictures and Paramount Television Studios. The deal will see Chu and his production company work to develop and produce new movie and TV projects for the studio.
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