'The Wizard of Oz' debuted on television on Nov. 3, 1956 — 17 years after it was released on the silver screen. The movie failed to turn a profit upon its initial release in 1939, but has since become a beloved classic that continues to enchant audiences to this day.
1939's The Wizard of Oz remains one of the most enchanting films of all-time; while some works of classic cinema don't quite hold up in a modern context, this timeless tale continues to captivate viewers of all ages.
A look into some secrets and controversies behind the cursed production of one of the greatest films of all time, the 1939 classic The Wizard of Oz, reveals a darker side to the movie magic.
Why were the cast and crew gasping for air? Why was the Witch off for three months? And which songs got cut? We follow the yellow brick road to uncover the truth behind the making of this iconic film.
Toto was once set to be a new vision of what a Wizard of Oz movie could look like, but what kept it from being realized? The challenges faced during the production of the film shed light on the complexities of bringing a beloved story to life on the big screen.
It was a dark time for many in 1939. The Second World War had just kicked off and no one could've predicted the devastation it would cause. Despite the challenges of the era, The Wizard of Oz managed to provide a much-needed escape for audiences around the world.
When a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy Gale and her dog, Toto, are whisked away in their house to the magical Land of Oz. They follow the Yellow Brick Road in search of the Wizard who can help Dorothy return home.
The production of the classic film was an infamous disaster, but not everything you've heard about what happened on set is true. Delving into the behind-the-scenes drama reveals a story of perseverance and creativity that ultimately led to the creation of a cinematic masterpiece.
