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L. Frank Baum's classic tale comes to magisterial Technicolor life! The Wizard of Oz stars legendary Judy Garland as Dorothy, an innocent farm girl whisked out of her mundane earthbound existence into... read more read more... a land of pure imagination. Dorothy's journey in Oz will take her through emerald forests, yellow brick roads, and creepy castles, all with the help of some unusual but earnest song-happy friends.

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G, 1 hr. 41 min.

Directed by: Victor Fleming, King Vidor, Mervyn LeRoy

Release Date: August 25, 1939

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DVD Release Date: October 19, 1999

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  • fb1710827246
    March 25, 2012
    fb1710827246
    It is incredibly difficult not to love this story that cascades in a million colors, while splashing its wholesome essence on to fantastic visuals. Truly a memorable adventure with acting and music in big splendor.
  • aquateen2
    January 23, 2012
    aquateen2
    Still as breathtaking, mind blowing and above all entertaining as it was over 70 years ago.
  • fb100002384654145
    October 22, 2011
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    A truly timeless fairy tale that will endure for the ages. Also arguably the greatest musical of all time.
  • 76Majikat
    September 25, 2011
    76Majikat
    A Classic Musical with an adventurous journey and moralistic tale. With familar songs, a magical work with a dark force and a whole land of characters.

    A great oldie.
  • TheDudeLebowski65
    September 24, 2011
    TheDudeLebowski65
    What can I say that hasn't been said about The Wizard of Oz? The film is a definite classic of cinema. A wonderful story with impressive visuals for the time period and of course an unforgettable score. The Wizard of Oz is a memorable film experience, one that every film fanatic ... read moreshould at least see once in their lives. The acting of this film is brilliant and the special effects are wonderful. I don't need to go into detail as to why this film is such a classic, because, well everything has been previously stated before. The Wizard of Oz is a wonderful film that has a very engaging story, brilliant performances and like I said, the music is unforgettable. The Wizard of Oz is a masterpiece, and if you haven't seen it yet, do yourself a favor, and do so, now. The Wizard of Oz remains of the timeless family films to ever grace the screen. This is a fine film that must be seen. Judy Garland is wonderful in her performance and The Wizard of Oz has some of the most memorable scenes in cinematic history. This films cultural significance cannot be dismissed. Love it or hate it, this film is a benchmark of cinema. The film is a definite classic that remains one of the best films ever filmed. Everything about the film is wonderful and it is a definite must see film.
  • spielberg00
    September 13, 2011
    spielberg00
    I still cannot take it into my mind how exactly THE WIZARD OF OZ is a classic. For about two years, it was my favorite film ever, but that was between the ages of 6 and 8--when I really hadn't seen anything decent at all. That's surely not to say that this is in any way a bad f... read moreilm. Sure, it started the whole "Oh, well, really, I woke up, and I realized--the whole thing was all a dream!" concept that began to become an old joke as soon as it started, but, looking at the glass halfway full rather than halfway empty, at least this started something. And, to add to that, it's been, what...72 years since this was first realized? Unlike many of the other films of the late '30s, this definitely isn't one of those titles that I could name out of a total grab bag and you would say, "What's that?" or, "Nope, I don't recognize it." Instead, if I said this film's title, you would most likely say, "Oh, yeah! I remember seeing that!"
  • DreamExtractor
    September 6, 2011
    DreamExtractor
    The Wizard of Oz is a movie that has stood the test of time, and deep in this movie is a great meaning that possibly nobody will ever understand. The plot is great, every minute something is going on and it never dies down, and the story has so many great lessons and meanings, I... read more loved it. The cast was incredible, not only great actors but great singers too. The music in this film stands as probably my favorite musical ever. The production couldve fooled me, this movie looks actually really real, im impressed. The make up even still impresses me 70 years later. The Wizard of Oz is about is not about brains, hearts, and courage, the movie is about you dont have to be smart to do great things, and you dont need a heart to be kind, and you dont need courage to be brave, and most importantly, home is where the people who love you are, and if you need them, you look no farther than your own backyard.
  • blkbomb
    August 28, 2011
    blkbomb
    Wicked Witch of the West: Going so soon? I wouldn't hear of it. Why my little party's just beginning. 

    "We're off to see the Wizard, the Wonderful Wizard of Oz!"

    The Wizard of Oz is a timeless family classic that is arguably the best film ever made. It's one of the few movies t... read morehat everyone knows and loves. Think about it, is there another movie where you can reference it to anyone and they will know exactly what you are talking about. If they didn't know what you were talking about; you'd look at them sideways too. This has been one of my favorite movies since I can remember and it's probably the movie I've seen the most times. It's still required in my mind to watch it at least two times a year. 

    Dorothy, along with her dog, Toto, fall on a witch after a tornado and end up in Munchkinland. The scene in Munchkinland isn't only my favorite scene in the movie, but probably my favorite scene from any movie. It's absolutely brilliant. The switch from black and white to color is one of the best moments in cinematic history. In Munchkinland, she meets the good Witch of the North and the bad, Wicked Witch of the West. She then sets out on her journey to get back to Kansas. She comes across Scarecrow, Tinman and the Cowardly Lion; all while eluding the Wicked Witch.

    I still fail to comprehend how this movie was made in the 30's. It looks so good and the picture is so clear and the color is truly magnificent. I have absolutely no problems with anything in the movie. The songs are great, the storytelling is perfect and the acting is good for the material they are doing. It also has one of the best screen villains ever in the Witch. From her green skin to her laugh; everything about her is perfect. Then there's the little imaginary details like the trees that throw apples and the horse of a different color that just add to the appeal of the film.

    Wizard of Oz: You are talking to a man who has laughed in the face of death, sneered at doom and chuckled at catastrophe. I was petrified. 
  • fb729949618
    August 5, 2011
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    CLASSIC! 5 stars! There aren't many movies made where pretty much EVERYONE has seen it, this is one of those movies.......that should say enough right there!
  • murphmann93
    June 24, 2011
    murphmann93
    A childhood favourite and a classic!

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Critic Reviews

Edwin Schallert
August 26, 2011
Edwin Schallert, Los Angeles Times

There is something new in the land of cinema at long last.

James Berardinelli
June 10, 2008
James Berardinelli, ReelViews

One of only a handful of films that nearly everyone is familiar with. Full Review

John C. Flinn Sr.
May 12, 2008
John C. Flinn Sr., Variety

There's an audience for Oz wherever there's a projection machine and a screen. Full Review

May 12, 2008
TIME Magazine

Lavish in sets, adult in humor, it is a Broadway spectacle translated into make-believe. Full Review

Dave Kehr
June 26, 2007
Dave Kehr, Chicago Reader

I don't find the film light or joyful in the least -- an air of primal menace hangs about it, which may be why I love it. Full Review

Douglas Pratt
November 3, 2005
Douglas Pratt, Hollywood Reporter

Warner Home Video's DVD invites you to watch the movie a dozen more times on top of the many dozens of times you've already seen it. Full Review

Frank S. Nugent
May 20, 2003
Frank S. Nugent, New York Times

A delightful piece of wonder-working which had the youngsters' eyes shining and brought a quietly amused gleam to the wiser ones of the oldsters. Full Review

Paul Tatara
January 1, 2000
Paul Tatara, CNN.com

It scared the hell out of me when I used to watch it between my fingers when I was a kid, and (though it might say too much about my own emotional development) I still get the heebie-jeebies from a lo... Full Review

Joe Baltake
January 1, 2000
Joe Baltake, Sacramento Bee

A movie like this is so exhilarating, because, if you look deeper into it and go beyond its status, you find that it's more than just a musical lark. Full Review

Roger Ebert
January 1, 2000
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

Its underlying story penetrates straight to the deepest insecurities of childhood, stirs them and then reassures them. Full Review

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    • Dorothy Gale: Somewhere over the rainbow Way up high, There's a land that I heard of Once in a lullaby. Somewhere over the rainbow Skies are blue, And the dreams that you dare to dream Really do come true. Someday I'll wish upon a star And wake up where the clouds are far Behind me. Where troubles melt like lemon drops Away above the chimney tops That's where you'll find me. Somewhere over the rainbow Bluebirds fly. Birds fly over the rainbow. Why then, oh why can't I? If happy little bluebirds fly Beyond the rainbow Why, oh why can't I?
    • The Wizard of Oz: A heart is shown not by how much you love, but by how much you are loved by others.
    • Dorothy Gale: Lions?
    • The Scarecrow: And Tigers?
    • The Tin Woodsman: And bears.
    • Dorothy Gale: Oh my!
    • Glinda the Good Witch: You have no power here! Begone, before somebody drops a house on you, too!
    • The Wicked Witch of the West: [quickly looks skyward, scanning for falling houses]
    • Dorothy Gale: Did you say something?
    • The Tin Woodsman: [indiscernible sounds from the Tin Man, who is rusted]
    • Dorothy Gale: He said oil can!
    • The Scarecrow: Oil can what?
    • The Wizard of Oz: A heart is not judged by how much you love; but by how much you are loved by others.
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