The Wizard of Oz (1939)

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Where Can You Watch the New AI-Enhanced ‘Wizard of Oz’?

Fans will be able to check out the updated film for themselves this August.

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Clamp Down on These 7 Facts About ‘Beverly Hillbillies’ Star Buddy Ebsen

He once recorded an ad denouncing former costar Nancy Kulp.

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Which Got Nominated for More Oscars, ‘The Wizard of Oz’ or ‘Wicked’?

How do the two films about the wonderful land of Oz compare?

THE WIZARD OF OZ, key art, Ray Bolger, Jack Haley, Judy Garland, Bert Lahr, 1939, yellow brick road

6 Behind-the-Scenes Stories You Didn’t Know About the Making of ‘The Wizard of Oz’

The actors endured shockingly high temperatures, disfiguring costumes, and actual fire to create this beloved family classic.

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‘Wicked’ Star Cynthia Ervio Took This From Original Wicked Witch Margaret Hamilton

It’s small but important.

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7 Things You Never Knew About ‘Wizard of Oz’ Star Margaret Hamilton

She had a very different job before playing the Wicked Witch of the West.

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Ruby Slippers From ‘The Wizard of Oz’ Sold At Auction After Being Stolen

You’ll never believe what the sold for!

THE WIZARD OF OZ, from left: Billie Burke as 'Glinda', Judy Garland as 'Dorothy', 1939

Priscilla Montgomery Clark, a Munchkin in ‘Wizard of Oz,’ Is One of the Last Surviving Stars

Only a few of the young stars from the 1939 film are still alive … here’s what one had to say.

IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, Larry Simms, Jimmy Hawkins, James Stewart, Donna Reed, Karolyn Grimes, 1946

‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ & Other Christmas Classics Airing This Week

You can also catch ‘Willy Wonka,’ ‘The Wizard of Oz,’ ‘Mary Poppins’ and more!

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Where Can You Watch Christmas Classics This Holiday Season?

From timeless classics like ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ and ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’ to newer hits like ‘Elf,’ here’s when all your Christmas favorites are airing this season.

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Billie Burke, Glinda the Good Witch From ‘The Wizard of Oz,’ Had a Very Fascinating life

She was one of the most famous stars in film at the time ‘The Wizard of Oz’ came out.

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Glinda the Good Witch’s Crazy Youthful Makeup Effects in ‘The Wizard Of Oz’

Billie Burke, who played Glinda, was 54 when the movie was made.

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Where Did ‘Wizard of Oz’ Actually Premiere in the Summer of 1939?

The beloved classic turns 85 this year.

THE WIZARD OF OZ, Judy Garland, 1939

Ultimate Trivia: Golden Age of Hollywood Films

Do you know what the real colors of Dorothy’s dress was in ‘The Wizard of Oz?’ Take this quiz to find out!

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The Best Classic Movies Streaming on Max

‘Casablanca,’ ‘Batman,’ ‘Lords of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring,’ and ‘Pulp Fiction’ are just some of the many classic films streaming in Max.

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TCM Celebrates MGM’s 100th Anniversary in April 2024

The legendary Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studio was founded a century ago, on April 17, 1924. Turner Classic Movies is celebrating each Monday in April 2024 with daylong lineups of legendary MGM films from across the various decades of its existence.

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Judy Garland’s Former Home is Up for Sale For $11.5 Million

It still has that wonderful old Hollywood feel.

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Tales of the Bizarre: Mobster Comes Out of Retirement for ‘Wizard of Oz’ Ruby Slippers

A ‘Wizard of Oz’ mystery is finally unraveling.

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100-Plus Memorable Movies With Notable Anniversaries in 2024

Among other things, this year marks the 85th anniversary of the remarkable number of classics produced in 1939, like The Wizard of Oz. And there are plenty of other notable film anniversaries in 2024.

The Wizard of Oz Ray Bolger as 'Scarecrow', Jack Haley as 'Tinman', Judy Garland as 'Dorothy', Bert Lahr as 'The Cowardly Lion', 1939

‘Wizard of Oz,’ ‘Gone With the Wind,’ & Other Classics Returning to the Big Screen

Get the full lineup here.

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Look Back at Which Witch Costume Catches Fire While Filming ‘The Wizard of Oz’

Remembering the tragic accident that happened on December 23, 1938.

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Betty Ann Bruno Dies: ‘Wizard of Oz’ Munchkin & Veteran Local TV Reporter Was 91

The ex-child actress also worked for the CIA.

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Take a Road Trip to These Classic Movie Houses!

If you’re a fan of these classic movies, you’ll enjoy a tour or even an overnight stay at the actual house.

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Is It ‘Collector’s Call’ Most Valuable Collection Yet?

This collector is also one of the most interesting, as well, as he was Beaver’s (Jerry Mathers) best man and Judy Garland’s neighbor!?

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Happy National Over the Rainbow Day!

Songs about rainbows have been around for decades, see how many of these classic and current hits you are familiar with.

THE WIZARD OF OZ, still of ruby slippers, 1939, National Museum of American History

Dorothy’s Ruby Slippers: You’ll Never Believe What It Takes to Preserve Them

Silver slippers instead of red? The preservation chamber? Flaking paint? What really goes into preserving an 80-year-old film artifact?

THE WIZARD OF OZ, Judy Garland, Toto the dog, 1939

That Didn’t Win? Major Movie Blockbuster Oscar Snubs

These have to have won best picture in their day, Right?