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THE WIZ (1978) Movie Reaction! | First Time Watch! | Diana Ross | Michael Jackson | Richard Pryor

2026-06-26 Entertainment
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Achara & Michael react to The Wiz (1978), the beloved musical reimagining of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz that follows Dorothy as she is swept into a fantastical version of New York City and embarks on a magical journey to find her way home. Featuring dazzling musical numbers, imaginative set pieces, and a unique reinterpretation of the classic story, the film celebrates friendship, courage, self-discovery, and believing in yourself. This reaction stands out for its memorable music, vibrant performances, and timeless themes, as Achara & Michael experience every iconic song, emotional moment, and magical adventure in real time. Directed by Sidney Lumet (12 Angry Men, Dog Day Afternoon, Network, Serpico, Murder on the Orient Express), the film stars Diana Ross (Lady Sings the Blues, Mahogany, The Supremes, Double Platinum, Out of Darkness), Michael Jackson (Thriller, Bad, Off the Wall, Moonwalker, This Is It), Nipsey Russell (Car Wash, Wildcats, Barefoot in the Park, The Birds II, game show appearances), Ted Ross (The Wiz Broadway, Amistad, Ragtime, Death Wish, The Last Dragon), and Richard Pryor (Stir Crazy, Silver Streak, Superman III, Brewster’s Millions, Harlem Nights), bringing together a legendary cast of music, comedy, and film icons in one of the most distinctive musical adaptations ever made. ___________________________________________________ We've got merch! Check out our merch and support the channel at https://www.cinepalsmerch.com ❤️ Use code cinepals for 10% off your first order! ____________________ Edit by CineJump Team & Praper Media Thumbnail by Praper Media www.CineJump.com www.PraperMedia.com ___________________________________________________ SOCIAL MEDIA: ~CINEPALS~ YouTube: @CinePals Insta: https://instagram.com/TheCinePals Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCinePals ~ACHARA~ YouTube: @Achara Instagram: ‪@Acharakirk‬ ~MICHAEL BOOSE~ Instagram: @BooseIsLoose ___________________________________________________ SHORT FILMS PLAYLIST: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL34B19BA788E18384 Click here to subscribe and know when the next video drops: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=jabykoay Thanks for watching!!!

Top Comments (10)

@laniiyahscott143 2026-06-26

As a black child growing up, this film encapsulated and introduced me into the world of Afrocentrism and it's whimsy. To see us in a fictional tale that taught us lessons and pulled from the original Wizard of Oz is what gave me a love for this genre!

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@kadharefinley224 2026-06-26

Crazy that this was Michael Jackson’s debut in a flim. My mom used to play The Wiz ALL THE TIME on DVD when I was younger

374 17 replies
@kenswood2.031 2026-06-26

It’s interesting because the message and main theme of The Wiz is kind of the opposite of The Wizard of Oz. In the original The Wizard of Oz Dorothy wants to go out into the big wide world and see what’s over the rainbow and throughout her journey in Oz she comes to the conclusion that she had everything she needed at home. In The Wiz Dorothy is an introvert and has no aspirations to venture outside of her neighborhood but while in Oz she discovers that there are wonders beyond her street and a whole world to explore and she finds the courage to do so. And I think that is a much more interesting and meaningful theme.

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@MalindaGraham 2026-06-26

Diana Ross, Micheal Jackson, Nipsey Russell, Mabel King, Lena Horne, Ted Ross and Theresa Merritt. My childhood. All of these people. Great reaction ❤.

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@startingQB 2026-06-26

Didn't expect this. No one reacts to this. It's GOATED but underrated.

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@blove88 2026-06-26

This movie is important for two reasons. Reason 1: It initially being a Box Office bomb that immediately made Hollywood close ranks on black led films for a majority of the next decade, signaling the end of the Blaxploitation era. Reason 2: This is the first time Quincy Jones and Michael Jackson worked with each other and gave Micheal the idea of having Quincy produce his next album, Off the Wall. The rest is history after that.

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@MarquettaEvans-s3r 2026-06-26

The Good Witch is played by the iconic Lena Horne.

131 6 replies
@arianawhite2259 2026-06-26

Fun Fact!: This movie jump-started Michael Jacksons solo career! He met Quincy Jones on this set ( who was playing the long piano in emerald city).

128 7 replies
@alyshalight9762 2026-06-26

MJ's adorable little "ta-da" on the yellow brick road always makes me smile

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@kimabeArt 2026-06-26

Oh I'm SAT! Achara & Michael are perfect to react to this - real theater folks! ...rest in power MJ 👑🐐🕊

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