Return to Oz
Synopsis
Rather than adapt a later or create a new Oz story, this production has Dorothy still in posession of the shoes, and she clings to an apple tree during a tornado which takes her back to Oz. The Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and Lion (using the names created for the nearly-abstract television series, Tales of the Wizard of Oz, from which this was derived) have had their MGM gifts destroyed by the restored Wicked Witch, and the four proceed to the Wizard for help, who is ineffectual as usual.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Larry D. Mann
Rusty, the Tin Man (voice)
Alfie Scopp
Socrates, the Scarecrow (voice)
Carl Banas
Dandy, the Cowardly Lion / The Wizard of Oz (voice)
Susan Morse
Dorothy Gale (singing voice)
Peggi Loder
Glinda, the Good Witch / The Wicked Witch of the West (voice)
Susan Conway
Dorothy Gale (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 9, 1964
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- F.R. Crawley, Thomas Glynn, Larry Roemer
- Screenplay & Story
- L. Frank Baum, Romeo Muller
- Original Score
- Gene Forell, James Polak, Edward Thomas
- Original Title
- Return to Oz
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 51m
- Production Studios
- Rankin/Bass Productions, Videocraft International, Crawley Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
F.R. Crawley, Thomas Glynn, Larry Roemer
L. Frank Baum, Romeo Muller
Gene Forell, James Polak, Edward Thomas
Jules Bass, Arthur Rankin Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
F.R. Crawley
Director
Thomas Glynn
Director
Romeo Muller
Writer
Larry Roemer
Director
Jules Bass
Producer
Arthur Rankin Jr.
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Return to Oz.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Return to Oz
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Return to Oz about?
Rather than adapt a later or create a new Oz story, this production has Dorothy still in posession of the shoes, and she clings to an apple tree during a tornado which takes her back to Oz. The Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and Lion (using the names created for the nearly-abstract television series, Tales of the Wizard of Oz, from which this was derived) have had their MGM gifts destroyed by the restored Wicked Witch, and the four proceed to the Wizard for help, who is ineffectual as usual.
Who directed Return to Oz?
Return to Oz was directed by F.R. Crawley, Thomas Glynn, Larry Roemer.
Who stars in Return to Oz?
The principal cast of Return to Oz includes Larry D. Mann, Alfie Scopp, Carl Banas, Susan Morse, Peggi Loder.
When was Return to Oz released and how long is it?
Return to Oz was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 51m.
Who composed the musical score for Return to Oz?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Return to Oz was composed by Gene Forell, James Polak, Edward Thomas.
Is Return to Oz based on a book or true story?
Return to Oz is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "L. Frank Baum".