The Wiz (1978) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Wiz (1978) — Dorothy Gale, a shy kindergarten teacher, is swept away to the magic land of Oz where she… Streaming on Netflix, Netflix...
The Wiz (1978) Storyline
Dorothy Gale, a shy kindergarten teacher, is swept away to the magic land of Oz where she embarks on a quest to return home.
Full Cast & Crew
- Diana Ross as Dorothy
- Michael Jackson as Scarecrow
- Nipsey Russell as Tinman
- Ted Ross as Lion
- Mabel King as Evillene
- Theresa Merritt as Aunt Em
- Thelma Carpenter as Miss One
- Lena Horne as Glinda the Good
- Richard Pryor as The Wiz
- Stanley Greene as Uncle Henry
- Clyde J. Barrett as Subway Peddler
- Derrick Bell as Crow
- Roderick-Spencer Sibert as Crow
- Kashka Banjoko as Crow
- Ronald "Smokey" Stevens as Crow
Why Watch The Wiz?
The Vibe: The Wiz is a captivating and well-crafted music and fantasy and adventure movie from 1978. Directed by Sidney Lumet, and starring Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Nipsey Russell Dorothy Gale, a shy kindergarten teacher, is swept away to the magic land of Oz where she embarks on a quest to return home.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.1/10, The Wiz retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy movies that blends music with fantasy elements, The Wiz deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Movie Details & Production
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