The Wizard of Oz - Watch Order: Essential Films
For those seeking the most important and accessible Oz experiences, this curated watch order focuses on the cultural touchstone and the current phenomenon. The 1939 MGM classic remains the definitive film adaptation that shaped how generations imagine Oz, while Wicked represents the most successful modern reinterpretation of the story.
These two films offer the best introduction to Oz on screen - one showing Dorothy's journey through this magical world, the other revealing the untold story of how the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good became who they are.
The Wizard of Oz
Young Dorothy finds herself in a magical world where she makes friends with a lion, a scarecrow and a tin man as they make their way along the yellow brick road to talk with the Wizard and ask for the things they miss most in their lives. The Wicked Witch of the West is the only thing that could stop them.
Wicked
In the land of Oz, ostracized and misunderstood green-skinned Elphaba is forced to share a room with the popular aristocrat Glinda at Shiz University, and the two's unlikely friendship is tested as they begin to fulfill their respective destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.
Other Film Series
Jumanji
A magical adventure series about a supernatural board game that brings its jungle dangers into the real world.
Mortal Kombat
A martial arts fantasy franchise based on the popular video game series about interdimensional fighting tournaments.
Night at the Museum
A family adventure trilogy following night security guard Larry Daley as he discovers that museum exhibits come to life after dark, leading to magical adventures with historical figures and ancient artifacts.
The Twilight Saga
Bella Swan's supernatural romance with vampire Edward Cullen unfolds across five interconnected films.
Witch Mountain
A Disney science fiction series about children with extraordinary psychic abilities seeking refuge and their true origins.
Wizarding World
The magical universe of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts, spanning from the 1920s rise of Grindelwald to Harry's triumph over Voldemort.