OzQuest: Episode 002 - DiC Animation's the Wizard of Oz

In this episode of OzQuest, we step back into the Emerald City through the vibrant, Saturday-morning lens of DiC Animation’s The Wizard of Oz. Often overlooked, this animated series reimagines L. Frank Baum’s world with bold character designs, episodic adventures, and a distinctly late-’80s/early-’90s animation sensibility.

We explore how DiC expanded the land of Oz beyond Dorothy’s original journey, the ways the series adapted Baum’s characters and themes for television, and how it fits into the wider legacy of Oz adaptations—from classic illustrations to modern reinterpretations. What worked, what didn’t, and why this version still holds a special place for Oz fans who grew up with it.

Whether you’re rediscovering this series or learning about it for the first time, Episode 002 is a nostalgic and critical look at a curious chapter in Oz history.

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