The Wiz (1978) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.

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The Wiz is a 1978 American musical fantasy adventure film directed by Sidney Lumet. Adapted from the 1974 Broadway musical, the film reimagines the classic children's novel The …

The Wiz: Directed by Sidney Lumet. With Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Nipsey Russell, Ted Ross. An adaptation of "The Wizard of Oz" that tries to capture the essence of the African …

Dorothy Gale, a shy kindergarten teacher, is swept away to the magic land of Oz where she embarks on a quest to return home.

Theodore Ross Roberts (June 30, 1934 – September 3, 2002) was an American actor best known for his role as the Lion in The Wiz, an all-African American reinterpretation of The Wizard of Oz.

Dorothy tries to save her dog and eases on down the road to see the Wiz.

Cast and crew of «The Wiz» (1978). Roles and the main characters. Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Nipsey Russell.

A list of all the actors and actresses who appeared in The Wiz (film) as to differentiate from the 1975 stage adaptations, and other revivals.

Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Ted Ross won. Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Dee Dee Bridgewater won. Meet the original …