The Wizard of Oz (1939)

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Young Dorothy finds herself in a magical world where she makes friends with a lion, a scarecrow and a tin man as they make their way along the yellow brick road to talk with the Wizard and ask for the things they miss most in their lives. The Wicked Witch of the West is the only thing that could stop them.

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The Fairylogue and Radio-Plays
The Fairylogue and Radio-Plays (1908)1
 His Majesty, the Scarecrow of Oz
His Majesty, the Scarecrow of Oz (1914)2
 Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (1865)3
 Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937)4
 Metropolis
Metropolis (1927)5

→ Influenced

Wicked
Wicked (2024)6
 O Brother, Where Art Thou?
O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000)7
 Terminator 2: Judgment Day
Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)8
 Return to Oz
Return to Oz (1985)9
 The Muppets' Wizard of Oz
The Muppets' Wizard of Oz (2005)10
 Asteroid City
Asteroid City (2023)11
 Barbie
Barbie (2023)12
 Toy Story
Toy Story (1995)13
 Escape from L.A.
Escape from L.A. (1996)14
 The Big Lebowski
The Big Lebowski (1998)15
 Howl's Moving Castle
Howl's Moving Castle (2004)16
 The Wiz
The Wiz (1978)17

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Influenced By

  1. The Fairylogue and Radio-Plays (1908)
    "This early multimedia presentation, created by L. Frank Baum himself, combined live actors, hand-tinted slides, and film to bring the Oz stories to life. Although it was not a commercial success, it represented Baum's initial attempt to visualize Oz on screen, laying the groundwork for future adaptations." The Fairylogue and Radio-Plays Wikipedia
  2. His Majesty, the Scarecrow of Oz (1914)
    "Another early film adaptation produced by Baum, this silent film introduced cinematic interpretations of Oz characters and settings. Elements from this production, such as character designs and narrative structures, influenced the 1939 film." His Majesty%2C the Scarecrow of Oz Wikipedia
  3. Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (1865)
    "Lewis Carroll's novel about a young girl's journey through a fantastical world influenced Baum's creation of Dorothy's adventures in Oz. Both stories feature young female protagonists navigating surreal landscapes, encountering peculiar characters, and ultimately seeking a return home." The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Wikipedia
  4. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937)
    "Walt Disney's groundbreaking animated feature demonstrated the commercial viability of adapting popular children's stories into films. Its success encouraged MGM to pursue *The Wizard of Oz*, aiming to create a comparable fantasy film with live actors." Film School Rejects source
  5. Metropolis (1927)
    "Fritz Lang's silent science fiction film featured futuristic cityscapes that influenced the design of the Emerald City in *The Wizard of Oz*. The art deco style and modernist architecture of Metropolis inspired the filmmakers to envision a similarly stylized and grandiose city." Film School Rejects source

Influenced

  1. Wicked (2024)
    "As the original source material, this classic film provides the foundational narrative and characters that "Wicked" reimagines, offering a backstory to the witches of Oz." How Wicked Connects to The Wizard of Oz Megan McCluskey TIME
  2. O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000)
    "The Coen brothers initially modeled their story on this classic, with parallels such as a journey home and encounters with various characters along the way." The Coen Brothers Originally Based O Brother, Where Art Thou? On A Classic Movie Musical Witney Seibold SlashFilm
  3. Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
    "Director James Cameron has cited "The Wizard of Oz" as one of his favorite childhood films, influencing his storytelling approach. The T-1000's melting demise in "T2" parallels the Wicked Witch of the West's melting scene, reflecting this inspiration." Film School Rejects source
  4. Return to Oz (1985)
    "Serving as an unofficial sequel, this film follows Dorothy's return to a darker and more perilous Oz. It draws heavily from L. Frank Baum's original books, presenting a grittier narrative compared to the 1939 film." Return to Oz Wikipedia
  5. The Muppets' Wizard of Oz (2005)
    "In this television film, the Muppets put their comedic spin on the classic story, with Ashanti portraying Dorothy. The film blends the whimsical nature of the Muppets with the iconic elements of Oz." The Muppets%27 Wizard of Oz Wikipedia
  6. Asteroid City (2023)
    "The production design of *Asteroid City* was influenced by the set designs of *The Wizard of Oz*, particularly in creating expansive, stylized landscapes." How The Wizard of Oz Inspired Asteroid City's Production Designer and Wes Anderson Tara Bennett SYFY
  7. Barbie (2023)
    "Gerwig emulated the film's use of soundstages and painted backdrops to create an "authentically artificial" aesthetic in "Barbie."" Far Out Magazine source
  8. Toy Story (1995)
    "The imaginative world-building and character dynamics in "The Wizard of Oz" served as a model for "Toy Story." Pixar's creative team, including John Lasseter and Andrew Stanton, studied this film to understand how to craft compelling stories despite technological limitations." The Three Brilliant Movies That Inspired Pixar Before Toy Story Eric Eisenberg Cinemablend
  9. Escape from L.A. (1996)
    ""Escape from L.A." includes references and nods to iconic movies, such as "The Wizard of Oz." These homages contribute to the film's satirical and self-referential tone." Facts source
  10. The Big Lebowski (1998)
    "Victor Fleming's classic influenced the Coens' narrative structure, with the Dude's journey paralleling Dorothy's adventure, encountering eccentric characters and surreal situations." Bfi source
  11. Howl's Moving Castle (2004)
    "Elements such as the scarecrow character and the Witch of the Waste in "Howl's Moving Castle" draw parallels to "The Wizard of Oz." These references highlight the film's connection to classic Western fairy tales." Movie Connections IMDb
  12. The Wiz (1978)
    "This musical reimagines the classic tale with an African American cast, featuring Diana Ross as Dorothy and Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow. Set in a fantastical version of New York City, it offers a unique cultural perspective on the original story." The Wiz %28film%29 Wikipedia