The Most Iconic Book-to-Film Adaptations in the History of Cinema

3. The Wizard of Oz

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The adaptation was based on the L. Frank Baum book The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. It’s hard to pinpoint exactly why Wizard of Oz is so enduring and popular. It is a beautifully-made film, with gorgeous MGM sets, vivid technicolor, and the deft directorial hands of Victor Fleming. Starring Judy Garland as the iconic character, it is one of the most popular movies ever made.