Eagle-eyed fans of the much-anticipated Wicked movie got an unexpected surprise when examining the new line of singing dolls manufactured by Mattel. The packaging, which is designed to promote the film starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, mistakenly lists a pornographic website in the fine print, leaving many fans shocked.
The dolls, inspired by the iconic characters Glinda and Elphaba from the popular musical, have been released just in time for the movie’s release this month. However, upon closer inspection, customers noticed that instead of directing them to the film’s official site, the packaging featured a link to an adult website named Wicked.
Social media platforms lit up as fans posted pictures and shared their astonishment at the error. One Reddit user stated, “I purchased the Singing Elphaba doll and upon inspection, the website printed on the back of the Mattel box, right above the barcode is listed as... an unaffiliated adult [not safe for work] 18+ website. Anyone else seeing this!?” Another user echoed similar sentiments after purchasing the dolls from major retail stores like Target and Walmart.
As the excitement around the Wicked movie continues to build, Mattel has yet to respond to inquiries regarding this unfortunate blunder. The company markets these dolls for children aged four and older, and many parents are rightfully concerned about the inappropriate misprint.
The Wicked film, which explores the backstory of the Wicked Witch of the West and her friendship with Glinda the Good Witch, is set to hit theaters in both the US and UK on November 22. The film follows the success of the stage musical, which has been captivating audiences for over two decades.
