Oz: The Great And Powerful

It's been a long time (almost 70 years) since The Wizard of Oz hit the silver screen and now we're going to get the story of the man behind the curtain.

Robert Downey Jr. is rumoured to play the man who became the wizard in the story that will show us how a balloon accident brought the man from Omaha to Oz and set up the tales that we already know.

It is also being reported that Disney has offered the directorial reigns to Sam Raimi (Spider-Man, A Simple Plan). It has not been made clear as to whether or not Raimi has much interest in the project, but it looks like it's his to take if he wants it.

So far, Oz: The Great And Powerful is in the scripting stages and looks to be either a late 2012 or 2013 release.

Stay tuned for more info as I can get it.


Robert Downey Jr. is set to star in Oz: The Great And Powerful