Prime Video is officially adapting L. Frank Baum’s classic children’s novel, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz into a TV show. Titled Dorothy, the project will be different from previous adaptations as the creative team intends to put a modern twist on the iconic and timeless story.
The Wizard of Oz TV show is described as a “contemporary, music-infused YA retelling” of Dorothy Gale’s unexpected adventure into the magical world of Oz. It is expected to use the Yellow Brick Road as a metaphor for the challenges and choices facing young adults today.
Who’s involved in the Wizard of Oz TV show?
According to Deadline, Dorothy will be created and produced by 13 Going on 30 producer Gina Matthews through her Little Engine label. The project will also be executive-produced by award-winning singers Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton, along with Lucky Horseshow’s Lee Metzger, Little Engine’s Grant Scharbo, and Patrick Moran. Further details about its potential cast are still under wraps.
“I’ve been in love with The Wizard of Oz books since I was a child,” Matthews said in a statement. “The story reminds us of the qualities we need to get through hard times, and Dorothy is a symbol of strength who shows us that with a little kindness — and a lot of grit — we can not only achieve great things but also lift up those around us. I’m excited to bring that message to the world, now more than ever.”
Stefani commented, “It’s a creative and modern take on a classic, and being part of something that blends music, emotion, and the character of Dorothy is inspiring to me.”
“We’re really excited about all the possibilities this show brings, and I’m so grateful that Gina shared the idea with me and Lee,” Shelton added. “I knew right away it was something Gwen would connect with. Her creativity and perspective are such a natural fit for this project.”
This Wizard of Oz TV show comes after the critical and commercial success of Universal Pictures’ Wicked movie, which was led by Academy Award nominees Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda. Since its theatrical debut in 2024, the movie has maintained its Certified Fresh score of 88% on Rotten Tomatoes. Later this year, Erivo and Grande will return to the Land of Oz in the upcoming sequel Wicked: For Good, which will arrive in theaters on November 21.
(Source: Deadline)
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