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Still from The Wiz — The Wiz (1978) — Sidney LumetPhotographed by Oswald Morris

Poster for The Wiz

Sidney Lumet

The Wiz

United States / English / 1978 / 2h 14m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Fantasy Music Adventure

Criterion Collection: Spine №1264
Letterboxd: 3.46/5·49.3K ratings·17.2K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

Dorothy Gale, a shy kindergarten teacher, is swept away to the magic land of Oz where she embarks on a quest to return home.

Bob the Drag Queen
Feb 2026

Credits

Crew

DirectorSidney Lumet

WriterJoel Schumacher

Cinematographer

ComposerCharlie Smalls

EditorDede Allen

ProducerRob Cohen

Cast

Diana Rossas Dorothy

Michael Jacksonas Scarecrow

Nipsey Russellas Tinman

Ted Rossas Lion

Mabel Kingas Evillene

Theresa Merrittas Aunt Em

Thelma Carpenteras Miss One

Lena Horneas Glinda the Good

Richard Pryoras The Wiz

Stanley Greeneas Uncle Henry

Clyde J. Barrettas Subway Peddler

Derrick Bellas Crow

Roderick-Spencer Sibertas Crow

Kashka Banjokoas Crow

Ronald "Smokey" Stevensas Crow

Toney Brealondas Gold Footman

Joe Lynnas Gold Footman

Clinton Jacksonas Green Footman

Charles Rodriguezas Green Footman

Carlton Johnsonas Head Winkie

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