Wiz on Down the Road(1978)
Wiz on Down the Road Synopsis
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.
Wiz on Down the Road (1978) is a documentary and music film directed by Ronald Saland, released on January 1, 1978 with a runtime of 13m. It stars Rob Cohen, Sidney Lumet, Michael Jackson and Quincy Jones. Viewers rate it 7.5 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Ronald Saland
- Writers:
- Mark Schneider, L. Frank Baum
- Producers:
- Elliot Geisinger
- Production:
- Professional Films, Robbins Nest Productions
- Status:
- Released
Wiz on Down the Road (1978) Trailer
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Wiz on Down the Road Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Rob Cohen
Rob Cohen
as Self - Producer
Sidney Lumet
as Self - Director
Michael Jackson
as Scarecrow
Quincy Jones
as Self - Music Arranger / Emerald City Gold Pianist
Diana Ross
as Dorothy
Ted Ross
as Lion
Nipsey Russell
as Tinman
Marvin Miller
as Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
Key crew
Directed by Ronald Saland, written by Mark Schneider and L. Frank Baum, produced by Elliot Geisinger.
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Wiz on Down the Road Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.5/10 from 2 ratings.
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Wiz on Down the Road – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Wiz on Down the Road online?
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Who stars in Wiz on Down the Road?
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The main cast of Wiz on Down the Road (1978) includes Rob Cohen, Sidney Lumet, Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones and Diana Ross. The film was directed by Ronald Saland. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Wiz on Down the Road released?
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Wiz on Down the Road was released on January 1, 1978 and runs for 13m.
Is Wiz on Down the Road worth watching?
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Wiz on Down the Road (1978) holds an average rating of 7.5 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Wiz on Down the Road?
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