Wiz on Down the Road (1978)
Overview
A short promotional film on the making of “The Wiz” (1978). Includes a brief history of Oz portrayals in film and behind the scenes interviews.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.643 |
Directed By
Elliot Geisinger
Ronald Saland
TOP CAST
Rob Cohen
Self - Producer
Sidney Lumet
Self - Director
Michael Jackson
Scarecrow
Quincy Jones
Self - Music Arranger / Emerald City Gold Pianist
Diana Ross
Dorothy
Ted Ross
Lion
Nipsey Russell
Tinman
Marvin Miller
Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
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