Plot Summary

Explore the life and times of author L. Frank Baum, the creator of one of the most beloved, enduring and classic American narratives. By 1900, when The Wonderful Wizard of Oz was published, Baum was 44 years old and had spent much of his life in restless pursuit of success.

Movie Details

Original Title
American Oz
Status
released
Original Language
en

Where to watch free (US)

Kanopy
Hoopla
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Cast

Joanna Rhinehart as narrator

Joanna Rhinehart

narrator

Michael Stuhlbarg as L. Frank Baum (voice)

Michael Stuhlbarg

L. Frank Baum (voice)

Production Companies

GBH logoGBH
PBS American Experience
Film Posse

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