Author L. Frank Baum’s classic 1900 children’s novel, “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” is being developed into a new live-action TV series, titled “Dorothy”, produced by Gina Matthews, Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton. streaming on Prime Video in 2026:
“I’ve been in love with The Wizard of Oz books since I was a child,” said showrunner Matthews.
“The story reminds us of the qualities we need to get through hard times, and ‘Dorothy’ is a symbol of strength…
“…who shows that with a little kindness — and a lot of grit — we can not only achieve great things but also lift up those around us.
“I’m excited to bring that message to the world, now more than ever.” said Stefani. “
“It’s a creative and modern take on a classic…
“…and being part of something that blends music, emotion, and the character of Dorothy is inspiring to me.”
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