The Wizard of Oz (1925): cast, story & where to watch
1925 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1925, The Wizard of Oz is a comedy, fantasy and family film directed by Larry Semon, running about 81 minutes. “The happiest film ever made!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A farm girl learns she is a princess and is swept away by a tornado to the land of Oz.
Who’s in it. The Wizard of Oz stars Dorothy Dwan as Dorothy, Mary Carr as Aunt Em, Charles Murray as Wizard of Oz and Oliver Hardy as Farmhand, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Wizard of Oz has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wizard of Oz page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wizard of Oz tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wizard of Oz (1925)?
- In US, The Wizard of Oz is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Wizard of Oz worth watching?
- The Wizard of Oz holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wizard of Oz?
- The Wizard of Oz stars Dorothy Dwan, Mary Carr, Charles Murray, Oliver Hardy and Larry Semon.
- When was The Wizard of Oz released?
- The Wizard of Oz was released in 1925, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.