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The Wiz (1978) [VHS] | ![The Wiz (1978) [VHS]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/519WPQN5SEL._SL160_.jpg) | Director: Sidney Lumet
Actors: Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Nipsey Russell, Ted Ross, Mabel King
Studio: Universal Studios
Category: Video
List Price: $9.98
Buy Used: $3.50
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Rating:  195 reviews
Sales Rank: 2093
Format: Color, Dolby, NTSC
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: G (General Audience)
Media: VHS Tape
Running Time: 134 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 4.2 x 1.1
ISBN: 1558801235
UPC: 096895504037
EAN: 9781558801233
ASIN: 1558801235
Theatrical Release Date: October 24, 1978
Release Date: March 1, 1992
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Amazon.com
Though it may be thought of as sacrilegious to remake a classic such as The Wizard of Oz, this 1978 film directed by Sidney Lumet (The Pawnbroker, Serpico) is a vibrant and entertaining retelling of the modern fable, featuring an all black cast in the familiar story of a rural small-town girl whose dreams transport her to a magical world where the battle between good and evil gives the real world a sense of perspective. Rendered in the style of a musical (based on a successful Broadway run), the film benefits from using new contemporary music from stars Diana Ross (Mahogany, Lady Sings the Blues) as Dorothy and Michael Jackson as the shy Scarecrow, with music arranged by Quincy Jones. This visually and musically exciting film is less a remake than a reinvention that stands and dances very well on its own. --Robert Lane
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 Classic re-make of a classic September 16, 2009
T. Page
I challenge anyone to hear "Ease On Down the Road" and not dance and smile! Quincy Jones=BRILLIANT!
The Wiz August 31, 2009
Andrea Terrell (Randleman, NC USA)
We received the movie just as the site indicated (acually sooner than indicated). Ordering was user friendly and the product information was outstanding! The movie was in perfect condition .
Got the Wiz for sentimental reasons July 17, 2009
G. Shelton (Memphis, TN)
I purchased this DVD only a couple of weeks before Michael Jackson's untimely death and I'm so glad I did. I was sitting here discussing some of the movies we never see anymore and this one came up. I immediately went to my computer and purchased it for less than $5 at Amazon.com and it arrived much sooner than I expected. I now consider it a collectible. I will forever cherish it.
Ease on Down the road with Ross & Jackson March 10, 2009
Kenny B (Nashville, TN United States)
This is a classic family friendly take on the original Wizard of Oz with Judy Garland. Starring Diana Ross and Michael Jackson this African American spin on the Wiz is fresh and cute. A must see for the family!
The Wiz February 1, 2009
D. Thompson (Cleveland,Ohio)
It was delivered on time and in excellent condition and I wouldn't hesitate to buy from them again,Thank you!2 thumbs way up!
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