L. Frank Baum's book 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' is published, marking the beginning of the Oz franchise.
First film adaptation of the Oz story is released as a silent movie.
Iconic MGM musical film adaptation starring Judy Garland is released, becoming the most famous version of the story.
A stage musical adaptation featuring songs by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg premieres on Broadway.
An animated film loosely based on Oz stories is released years after it was completed due to production issues.
A darker fantasy film sequel to the 1939 movie is released by Disney.
An animated television series featuring the children of the original Oz characters airs.
A graphic novel adaptation of the original book is published, bringing the narrative to new audiences.
Dorothy Gale is swept away from Kansas to the magical Land of Oz by a cyclone.
Dorothy meets the Scarecrow who desires a brain and joins her on the journey to see the Wizard.
Dorothy and Scarecrow encounter the Tin Man who wishes for a heart and joins the quest.
The group meets the Cowardly Lion who seeks courage and becomes part of the traveling party.
Dorothy and her companions travel to meet the Wizard of Oz seeking to fulfill their wishes.
Dorothy faces the Wicked Witch of the West who seeks to obtain Dorothy's magical ruby slippers.
Dorothy defeats the Wicked Witch of the West by dousing her with water, causing her to melt away.
The Wizard is revealed to be an ordinary man using illusions to appear magical.
The Wizard grants the Scarecrow a diploma (brain), the Tin Man a heart-shaped clock, and the Lion a medal of courage.
With the help of Glenda the Good Witch, Dorothy uses the ruby slippers to return to Kansas.
