The Wizard of Oz Returns to Free TV After 28 Years

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One of the most loved family movies of all time, The Wizard of Oz, is finally coming back to free broadcast television after nearly three decades. The classic 1939 film starring Judy Garland will air on MeTV this October, marking its first broadcast TV appearance since 1998.

While the movie has always been available through streaming services, rentals, and home releases, many fans remember a time when watching The Wizard of Oz on television was a special yearly tradition. That tradition is now returning.

A Classic TV Tradition Makes a Comeback

For many years, The Wizard of Oz aired annually on CBS, starting in 1956, often during the holiday season. The last time audiences could watch it for free on broadcast TV was May 9, 1998.

MeTV has now secured the rights to bring the film back as part of its popular Halloween BOO-Nanza programming event. The movie will be shown completely uncut, with additional surprises planned around the broadcast.

MeTV executives have described the film as more than just a movie, calling it a shared cultural experience that once brought families together around the TV.

The Wizard of Oz Returns to Free TV After 28 Years

Renewed Interest Thanks to Wicked

Although The Wizard of Oz has never truly faded from public memory, interest in the film has recently grown again due to Jon M. Chu’s movie adaptation of Wicked. The prequel story has encouraged many viewers to revisit the original journey down the Yellow Brick Road.

The film has also remained highly praised by critics and fans alike, earning near-perfect ratings on major review platforms. Recently, it even appeared at The Sphere in Las Vegas, where it was presented as an immersive experience enhanced with modern technology.

Why This TV Return Matters

In an age where streaming dominates entertainment, the return of The Wizard of Oz to broadcast TV feels special. Free television continues to lose ground, but moments like this remind viewers why traditional TV still matters — especially when it brings timeless classics to a wide audience.

Watching Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion on free TV once again feels like a celebration of cinema history. This October, families can enjoy a simple, magical experience together — no subscriptions required.

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