Audiences can soon return to their favorite land over the rainbow as the beloved MGM classicThe Wizard of Ozis heading back to the big screen in celebration of its 85th anniversary, according to a recent post from the officialFathom Events X account. The film will be screened for only three days, on January 28, 29, and 31, with tickets now available to pre-order.
In addition to the film’s triumphant return to theaters, the upcoming screenings will feature an exclusive introduction from film critic and historianLeonard Maltin. Despite failing to earn back its inflated budget during its initial release,The Wizard of Ozremains a timeless classic fromHollywood’s Golden Age, with praise directed at its memorable songs, heartwarming performances, and groundbreaking use of visual effects and technicolor.
There’s no greater spectacle to experience on the big screen than a classic likeThe Wizard of Oz, and with the film set to screen for a limited time only, fans won’t want to miss out on seeing the movie in the largest format possible. In addition to the childhood classic, Fathom Events is also set to bring back other Golden Age Hollywood films, such asMy Fair Ladyin February andGone With the Windthis April.
Another Classic Oz Story is Heading to the Big Screen This Fall
With the film being based on a classic series of novels, it should come as no surprise that a plethora of other adaptations have graced the silver screen over time. The most notable ones beingThe Wiz,Return to Oz, andOz the Great and Powerful. However, later this year, audiences will return to another iconic story set in the Oz universe with the release ofWicked: Part Onelater this year. Slated to debut in theaters this Thanksgiving, the film will be an adaptation of the iconic Broadway play of the same name, withCynthia ErivoandAriana Grandeattached to star as Elphaba Thropp and Glinda Upland, respectively.
With the recent success ofWonkaandMeanGirls, it looks like musicals are shaping up to be making a small comeback. And with the goodwill of the source material alongside a holiday release date,Wicked: Part Onecould be one of the surprise hits of the year. Until then, fans can get their fill of wickedly fun magic whenThe Wizard of Ozreturns to the big screen later this month.
The Wizard of Ozreturns to theaters starting January 28. Check out the official trailer for the classic film below.
