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Journey Back to Oz

1972·Movie
1h 28min·G

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No stream option in US yet.

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Big heart, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Spectacle5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Nostalgia8

Humor

Some situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody4

World

Fantasy and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

All the Fun and Splendour of the Magical Land of Oz in a Wonderful NEW full-length Musical Cartoon Adventure

Dorothy and Toto return to Oz to find the Scarecrow ruling the Emerald City. Unfortunately for the new overseer, the wicked Mombi is conspiring to take over the city. With the help of the Tin Woodsman, the Cowardly Lion and other familiar friends, Dorothy sets out to save Oz.
Animated SequelClassic FantasyLand of OzMusicalNostalgicFamily-FriendlyAdventureHopeful

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Where can I stream Journey Back to Oz legally?

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Is Journey Back to Oz worth watching?

41
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Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 42/100 (IMDb 5.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 30%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Journey Back to Oz rated?

G

It's rated G in the United States.

How long is Journey Back to Oz?

1 h 28 min

Journey Back to Oz runs 1 h 28 min.

Is Journey Back to Oz based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Journey Back to Oz?

Critics30
Audiences54

Not quite. Audiences rate Journey Back to Oz higher (54) than critics (30). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Journey Back to Oz in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Journey Back to Oz?

3AUGBGG

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Journey Back to Oz in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Journey Back to Oz use?

Trojan HorseRelated in the AdaptationThat Reminds Me of a SongSpelling SongEvil Is HammyWhen Trees AttackCruel ElephantShrink RaySwiss-Army TearsLast Villain StandDarker and EdgierKarmic Deathand 43 more

TV Tropes lists 55 storytelling tropes for Journey Back to Oz, including Trojan Horse, Related in the Adaptation, That Reminds Me of a Song.