Thanksgiving in the Land of Oz 1980

Family

Animation

Fantasy

Runtime

25 mins

Language

English

Directed by

Fred Wolf

Made by

Muller-Rosen Productions

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Thanksgiving in the Land of Oz Plot Summary

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Aunt Em, Lurene Tuttle is getting ready for a Thanksgiving feast when Dorothy, Mischa Bond spots someone getting away with the mince pie. It’s the Wizard of Oz, Sid Caesar who has created a new, green turkey-shaped balloon that he hopes to rent out for a Thanksgiving parade. The balloon slips away into the sky, with Dorothy and Toto holding on, and they drift to Oz.

In Oz, Jack Pumpkinhead, Robert Ridgely welcomes Dorothy to Oz, but a new threat haunts the land: Tyrone, the Terrible Toy Tinker, Robert Ridgely who brings Dorothy’s turkey balloon to life and plans to take over the Emerald City. Dorothy’s pie comes to life, calling itself U.N. Krust: a pie that uses a different accent every time it speaks.

Walking to Tyrone’s tower, Dorothy tells Jack Pumpkinhead about Thanksgiving, lauding the Pilgrims’ pioneering spirit. Along the way, they meet the Hungry Tiger, Frank Nelson who turns out to be a vegetarian, and Tic Toc, Joan Gerber the mechanical man.

As the group nears the tower, the green turkey picks up Dorothy and brings her to Tyrone. Dorothy scolds Tyrone for being a bad person, and encourages him to use his powers to make toys for Christmas instead.

A victorious Dorothy is brought to the Emerald City, where she meets Queen Ozma Joan Gerber.

Ozma rewards Dorothy by bringing her uncle Henry, Charles Woolf, and aunt Em to Oz forever, so they can have a Thanksgiving feast for all of their Ozite friends.

The special included three songs: Oz Can Be, Beans in Your Button and Christmas, Toys and Oz.

Thanksgiving in the Land of Oz Timeline

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Mince pie theft sparks balloon adventure

Aunt Em prepares a Thanksgiving feast, and Dorothy spots someone slipping away with the mince pie. The culprit is revealed to be the Wizard of Oz, who has created a new green turkey-shaped balloon to promote a Thanksgiving parade. The balloon suddenly slips loose and drifts into the sky, with Dorothy and Toto clinging to it as they rise toward Oz.

Kansas

Balloon carries Dorothy and Toto to Oz

The balloon surges upward, carrying Dorothy and Toto toward the magical land of Oz. They arrive in a land of talking creatures and bright colors, where new adventures await.

In the air bound for Oz

Dorothy meets Jack Pumpkinhead

Dorothy is welcomed to Oz by Jack Pumpkinhead, who introduces her to the quirky inhabitants of the land. A new threat soon emerges in the form of Tyrone, the Terrible Toy Tinker, who desires to seize control of the Emerald City. Dorothy prepares to face this danger with her new companions.

Tyrone reveals his plan to seize Oz

Tyrone the Terrible Toy Tinker brings Dorothy's turkey balloon to life and outlines his scheme to take over the Emerald City. Dorothy and her friends recognize the imminent danger and resolve to stop him before he can execute his plan.

Emerald City

Dorothy and Jack vow to reach Tyrone's tower

Realizing Tyrone's threat, Dorothy and Jack Pumpkinhead decide to journey toward Tyrone's tower to confront him. They prepare to gather allies and press on through Oz in order to thwart the villain.

On the road to Tyrone's tower

U.N. Krust comes to life

During their quest, Dorothy's pie comes to life and names itself U.N. Krust, a pie that shifts its accent with every sentence. The living pie adds humor and mystery to the group's mission as they press onward.

Oz (along the way to Tyrone's tower)

Dorothy explains Thanksgiving history

Walking to Tyrone's tower, Dorothy recounts Thanksgiving and praises the Pilgrims' pioneering spirit. Jack Pumpkinhead listens as the group grows closer, building bonds among unlikely allies.

New friends join the journey

The party meets the Hungry Tiger, who turns out to be a vegetarian, and Tic Toc the mechanical man. These new friends join the quest, offering courage and humor as they travel toward Tyrone's tower.

Green turkey delivers Dorothy to Tyrone

As the group nears Tyrone's tower, the green turkey picks up Dorothy and brings her directly to Tyrone. Dorothy stays calm and uses her voice to challenge the villain during the confrontation.

Tyrone's tower

Dorothy confronts Tyrone about Christmas toys

Dorothy scolds Tyrone for his cruel plans and urges him to redirect his powers toward making toys for Christmas instead. The exchange highlights Dorothy's commitment to compassion and festive goodwill.

Tyrone's tower

Dorothy reaches Emerald City and meets Ozma

Following the confrontation, Dorothy is brought to the Emerald City where she meets Queen Ozma. The encounter marks a turning point as Ozma recognizes Dorothy's courage and potential to unite Oz.

Emerald City

Ozma invites Dorothy's relatives to Oz

Ozma rewards Dorothy by bringing her uncle and aunt to Oz forever, allowing them to share a Thanksgiving feast with all Ozite friends. The act ties together family, gratitude, and the magic of Oz.

Emerald City / Oz

Three songs are performed

The special features three musical numbers: Oz Can Be, Beans in Your Button, and Christmas, Toys and Oz. These songs punctuate key moments and celebrate the holiday themes of the story.

On-stage within Oz

Thanksgiving in the Land of Oz Characters

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Dorothy — Mischa Bond

An adventurous, compassionate girl who brings courage and optimism to Oz. She leads the charge to confront Tyrone and uses wit and empathy to steer his powers toward positive outcomes. Toto accompanies her, and she forms quick bonds with Jack and the others as they travel toward the tower.

🧭 Protagonist 🗺️ Adventurous 🧡 Kind

Aunt Em — Lurene Tuttle

A homemaker whose Thanksgiving preparations frame the film’s domestic warmth. She represents family values and hospitality, ultimately sharing Oz with Dorothy and Uncle Henry. Her presence anchors the emotional heart of the journey.

🏠 Family 🔔 Maternal 👐 Welcoming

Uncle Henry — Charles Woolf

A steady, supportive figure for Dorothy who navigates the dangers of Oz alongside his family. He embodies loyalty and traditional values, contributing to the sense of home carried into the magical realm.

👨 Family 🧭 Loyal

Wizard — Sid Caesar

The inventor of the green turkey balloon that launches Dorothy’s journey into Oz. He blends whimsy with misdirection, providing the impetus for the adventure and the comic relief along the way.

🎩 Mischievous 🪄 Inventor

U.N. Krust (Mince Pie)

A living pie with a chameleon-like accent that Dorothy and friends encounter on their path. The character adds humor and whimsy while playing a pivotal role in the balloon's life and the story’s magical tone.

🥧 Anthropomorphic 🗣️ Talkative

Jack Pumpkinhead

A friendly, tubular companion who welcomes Dorothy to Oz and joins the quest. His steadfastness and simple wisdom help ground the group in a land of wonder.

🧡 Loyal 🥕 Farmer-Heart

Tyrone the Terrible Toy Tinker

A scheming operator who brings Dorothy’s pie balloon to life and plots to seize the Emerald City. His power is tempered by Dorothy’s insistence on using his gifts for good, setting up a redemptive arc.

🧩 Villain 🪡 Tinkerer

Tic Toc

The mechanical man who speaks with precision and offers practical aid during the journey. Tic Toc adds a tech-flavored charm to the group’s dynamic and supports the mission with efficiency.

🤖 Mechanical 🧭 Logical

Ozma

The ruler of Oz who embodies benevolent leadership and grants Dorothy’s wish to reunite her family in Oz. Ozma’s presence reinforces the magical governance of the land and its generosity.

👑 Queen 🪄 Wise

Jack, the Hungry Tiger

A vegetarian tiger with a gentle demeanor who becomes a loyal ally on the quest. His appetite is pacified by plants, not prey, signaling the story’s preference for kindness and nonviolence.

🐅 Gentle 🥗 Vegetarian

Thanksgiving in the Land of Oz Settings

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Location

The Land of Oz, Emerald City

Oz is a whimsical, sprawling fantasy land filled with colorfully engineered cities and talking creatures. The journey centers on the iconic Emerald City, a gleaming capital where decisions shape the realm's fate. Dorothy's arrival via a balloon underscores Oz's otherworldly geography, from miles-wide landscapes to towering towers. The setting blends childlike wonder with baroque fantasy, creating a backdrop for Thanksgiving-inspired hospitality and heroism.

🗺️ Fantasy 🏰 Emerald City 🧭 Magical Realm

Thanksgiving in the Land of Oz Themes

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Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving anchors the story in family, gratitude, and sharing. Aunt Em's feast preps set the domestic stage, while Dorothy celebrates the Pilgrims' pioneering spirit as she travels through Oz. The plot pivots on generosity rather than greed, culminating in a communal Thanksgiving feast for all Ozites.

🤝

Friendship

A diverse group of friends forms a bond as they trek to Tyrone's tower, each bringing unique talents. Dorothy, Jack Pumpkinhead, Tic Toc, and the Hungry Tiger rely on trust and cooperation to overcome obstacles. The journey emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and accepting differences to achieve a common goal.

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Redemption

Dorothy challenges Tyrone to use his powers for good, redirecting a threatening force toward toy-making for Christmas. The story suggests that power without empathy can hurt others, but kindness can steer capabilities toward joy. The final arc shows Tyrone as an ally who contributes to a festive, inclusive Oz.

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Thanksgiving in the Land of Oz Spoiler-Free Summary

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In the cozy glow of a kitchen bustling with the aromas of a Thanksgiving feast, Dorothy finds herself on the cusp of a bittersweet transition. This will be her last holiday with Aunt Em and Uncle Henry before they settle into a retirement community, and the ordinary day takes an unexpected turn when a whimsical, green turkey‑shaped balloon—crafted for a festive parade—breaks loose and carries her and her faithful dog, Toto, high above the clouds. The scene blends heart‑warming family moments with a sudden, breezy plunge into the fantastical, setting a tone that is both nostalgic and delightfully absurd.

The balloon deposits Dorothy in the timeless, kaleidoscopic realm of Oz, a land where familiar magic meets the playful spirit of a holiday celebration. Here she encounters the kindly wooden guardian Jack Pumpkinhead, the paradoxically gentle Hungry Tiger, and the clockwork marvel Tic‑Toc, each embodying a quirky charm that mirrors the bright colors and sprightly songs that fill the air. The world is alive with sparkle, unexpected musical interludes, and a sense that anything—no matter how ordinary—might burst into song or dance at any moment, inviting both wonder and gentle humor.

Amid the enchanting backdrop, an undercurrent of gentle tension emerges with the arrival of Tyrone the Toy Tinker, a creator whose peculiar talents are poised to reshape the very fabric of the Emerald City. His ability to bring the living balloon to life hints at a larger, playful conflict that beckons Dorothy to step beyond the role of visitor and into that of a catalyst for change. The film promises a joyous, color‑rich adventure where Thanksgiving traditions meet Oz’s timeless magic, all underscored by catchy numbers that celebrate friendship, imagination, and the spirit of giving.

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