Wizard of Oz Blu Ray 34.99

[Burchamj]

So, looking through the ads for something to price match, as i have a 15.00 BB GC from buying scribblenauts.. I find the Wizard Of Oz(blu ray) for 20.00 cheaper than anywhere else. It says on the Ad "Only at Target" so i did a little research and i found this :
http://www.blu-ray.com/news/?id=3463

Anyone have any more info?

Edit: http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Target/Paramount/Warner_Brothers__/Disc_Announcements__/Target_Blu-ray_Exclusives_Available_September_29/3499

HDD says its missing all the collectible nonsense...

[rcavictor1956]

So, looking through the ads for something to price match, as i have a 15.00 BB GC from buying scribblenauts.. I find the Wizard Of Oz(blu ray) for 20.00 cheaper than anywhere else. It says on the Ad "Only at Target" so i did a little research and i found this :
http://www.blu-ray.com/news/?id=3463

Anyone have any more info?

Edit: http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Target/Paramount/Warner_Brothers__/Disc_Announcements__/Target_Blu-ray_Exclusives_Available_September_29/3499

HDD says its missing all the collectible nonsense...

That is absurd....pay $51.99 and receive the whole package. Amazon.com has this for $51.99 shipped!!!!

[DestroVega]

i have no interest in anything but the disc so 35 bucks is a go for me.

[Demolition Man]

I'll wait until there's an actual sale on this since $34.99 to me is NOT a deal.

[iNCREDiPiNOY]

FYI this isn't Ultimate Collector's Edition. Target comes with 3 Disc and no book or extras. Walmart comes with 1-Disc, Best Buy comes with UCE but lenticular postcard and Amazon comes with Book & poster.

[Masterkyo]

Too pricey for classic movie. Should be $19.99 or less :)

[argyle]

Oz on blu-ray? Really??? I don't see how this can benefit a whole heck of a lot from being upscaled to HD.

...then again, I'm one of those rare human beings who despises this movie. Always have, even when I was a kid.

[Burchamj]

Oz on blu-ray? Really??? I don't see how this can benefit a whole heck of a lot from being upscaled to HD.



read this
http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Michael_S._Palmer/Film_Restoration/Warner_Home_Video/MGM/Off_To_See_The_Wizards:_HDD_Gets_An_In_Depth_Look_ at_the_Restoration_of_The_Wizard_of_Oz/3397

[shadowrage]

Oz on blu-ray? Really??? I don't see how this can benefit a whole heck of a lot from being upscaled to HD.

...then again, I'm one of those rare human beings who despises this movie. Always have, even when I was a kid.
There's a little bit of disinformation in your post. It's not upscaled, in fact it's taken from an 8k scan of a print. It's pretty much the opposite of upscaled and means the movie should look better than it did in theaters.

I don't really like the movie either BTW.

[lawdood]

Walmart's one disc edition is supposed to be $19.96 for the BD.

[Sad Turtle]

Walmart's one disc edition is supposed to be $19.96 for the BD.

ya its just the movie so good for people who dont watch any special features

[iNCREDiPiNOY]

Looks like Target version are limiting to 6 per store.

[AdvOfJet]

Some Targets seem to have gotten only 3 of the non-UCE version of Wizard of Oz for the initial run. Picked up one this morning and there were none left. Several reports have people going and saying they bought all 3 copies on the shelf. Seems to be low numbers for this shipment either way.

I posted some pictures on HDD of mine that I picked up this morning.


http://img136.imageshack.us/img136/8237/1000410l.th.jpg (http://img136.imageshack.us/i/1000410l.jpg/)
http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/1697/1000407c.th.jpg (http://img36.imageshack.us/i/1000407c.jpg/)

[GizmoGC]

Bough all 3? Ugh. Idiots try to make a buck. They do know the 3 disc Oz will be in print for a long time at Target, right?

[AdvOfJet]

Yeah I know. Doesn't make sense to me either. Just like keeping a movie sealed. I've already opened mine up and me and the wife are going to watch it tonight. Has been years since I have seen it.

Although I do think Target should have provided a more ample supply, especially for being a featured item in the sales sheet.

I was surprised on HDD how many people said they have never seen the movie.

[zenintrude]

That is absurd....pay $51.99 and receive the whole package. Amazon.com has this for $51.99 shipped!!!!

Enjoy your gaudy green watch... yikes.

[hobbie8046]

The WalMart $20 edition, is that out today as well? I can't find anything on that...

[Sad Turtle]

The WalMart $20 edition, is that out today as well? I can't find anything on that...

ya it comes out today.

scroll down and theres info on the walmart verison
http://www.blu-ray.com/news/?id=3480

[BrettFarveRetired]

That is absurd....pay $51.99 and receive the whole package. Amazon.com has this for $51.99 shipped!!!!

Maybe someone doesn't want to pay extra for a bunch of junk they'll probably end up throwing away or losing over the years.

[lawdood]

Bough all 3? Ugh. Idiots try to make a buck. They do know the 3 disc Oz will be in print for a long time at Target, right?

That and the fact that for $15 more, you can get the full collector's edition...how much money are they really gonna make? :roll:

[cb4774]

That and the fact that for $15 more, you can get the full collector's edition...how much money are they really gonna make? :roll:

Exactly; if they were hoping to make money off of them, they're just not very bright. Hopefully, they were just picking them up for friends or family, but with such a limited supply initially, Target should have limited the set to one per customer.

[iNCREDiPiNOY]

Some Targets seem to have gotten only 3 of the non-UCE version of Wizard of Oz for the initial run. Picked up one this morning and there were none left. Several reports have people going and saying they bought all 3 copies on the shelf. Seems to be low numbers for this shipment either way.

I posted some pictures on HDD of mine that I picked up this morning.


http://img136.imageshack.us/img136/8237/1000410l.th.jpg (http://img136.imageshack.us/i/1000410l.jpg/)
http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/1697/1000407c.th.jpg (http://img36.imageshack.us/i/1000407c.jpg/)
Looks like they're doing a C-walk, lol!

[hobbie8046]

Just grabbed the Walmart exclusive; it was only $17.09. Already had a rollback sign on it.

[lawdood]

Just grabbed the Walmart exclusive; it was only $17.09. Already had a rollback sign on it.

When you open it, let me know where all that bonus content is advertised on the on pack sticker. I was a little confused if that's all on the one disc, an extra disc or is it some sort of dl content.

I went ahead with the Target pack since it was on my way to work and the docs looked kinda cool.

[cb4774]

When you open it, let me know where all that bonus content is advertised on the on pack sticker. I was a little confused if that's all on the one disc, an extra disc or is it some sort of dl content.

According to the folks at Blu-ray.com (http://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=80454&page=51), the Walmart single-disc edition is the same as the first disc that's found in the UCE & Target editions; the sticker listing additional bonus content that is found on disc two of the UCE & Target sets is incorrect.

[lawdood]

According to the folks at Blu-ray.com (http://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=80454&page=51), the Walmart single-disc edition is the same as the first disc that's found in the UCE & Target editions; the sticker listing additional bonus content that is found on disc two of the UCE & Target sets is incorrect.

Well that's fuck'd up since the sticker is a Walmart specific sticker. Glad I went with the Target pack then. Like others, my Target only had 3 on the shelf, 2 after I left.

[mlisette23]

Quick question for those of you who bought it at Target, was the $34 the MSRP or was that the sale price?

[lawdood]

Quick question for those of you who bought it at Target, was the $34 the MSRP or was that the sale price?

The shelf sticker underneath the one I bought said $39.99 so I'd say it's sale priced.

[mlisette23]

The shelf sticker underneath the one I bought said $39.99 so I'd say it's sale priced.

Thanks for the reply, looks like I better make my decision this week.

[shrike4242]

Here's a help on figuring out which version is which on the different versions:

http://www.blu-ray.com/news/?id=3480

[Demolition Man]

Although I do think Target should have provided a more ample supply, especially for being a featured item in the sales sheet.

I agree with you on that. On the other hand stores like Target also tend to look at how similar catalog titles have sold in the past to determine how many a store might get in the future. So I'd imagine they used titles such as Casablanca to determine how many a store might get for this release of Wizard Of Oz. It sucks but that's companies like Target work. That way then they aren't stuck with a ton of copies that they may or may not get their money back on from Warner if the release is a dud.

Also for the record (and not to nit pick)... but its not an "sales sheet." Its an weekly ad. ;)

[Burchamj]

Just got Bestbuy to match the Target sales price....

[AdvOfJet]

Also for the record (and not to nit pick)... but its not an "sales sheet." Its an weekly ad. ;)

Yeah yeah I know :dunce: Although technically it is a SHEET of paper that lists SALE items on it so it could be an alternate definition of a sales sheet.

That's what I get for having lived in Texas for too long before moving here. Picked up a bit of country vocabulary that never died out.

[soonerdoc]

Just got Bestbuy to match the Target sales price....

Was able to get the same today at Best Buy. $34.99 for the big box set without them batting an eye.

[shrike4242]

Was able to get the same today at Best Buy. $34.99 for the big box set without them batting an eye.I might have to run by BB and see if they'll do the same. Never know if it'll work or not. It appears that the huge megabox is the only way to get the digital copy, for those that want it.

[mlisette23]

Was able to get the same today at Best Buy. $34.99 for the big box set without them batting an eye.

:shock: I think I'll head over there tomorrow and see if they'll price match it for me.

Edit: Quick question, do you need the actual ad or can it be a scan?

[iNCREDiPiNOY]

:shock: I think I'll head over there tomorrow and see if they'll price match it for me.

Edit: Quick question, do you need the actual ad or can it be a scan?
Either, I preferred hardcopy of the ad.

[rjpadin]

For those who have a question about the Walmart Special content it is on the disc (as far as I saw) I think confusion may stem from the movie auto playing without going to a menu first. If you press the top menu button on your remote you are presented with a full menu of special features.

[shadowrage]

For those who have a question about the Walmart Special content it is on the disc (as far as I saw) I think confusion may stem from the movie auto playing without going to a menu first. If you press the top menu button on your remote you are presented with a full menu of special features.
The sticker lists special features that are on disc 2 of the 3 disc set. That is where the problem lies. The Walmart version is disc 1 of the 3 disc set - it's even labeled disc 1.

[Penguin1084]

blah. I bit the bullet last night on amazon and paid $51.99 for the UCE. you guys are getting BB to price match target's $34.99 bare edition on the UCE at BB?

[iNCREDiPiNOY]

I heard BB exclusive are numbered. I'm heading to BB soon to PM target's $35 on UCE BB exclusive!

[Seasick Pirate]

I haven't seen any of this information posted yet:

• The Wizard of Oz Blu-Ray Buying Guide (http://www.blu-ray.com/news/?id=3480)

• The Wizard of Oz Blu-Ray Review (http://www.blu-ray.com/movies/The-Wizard-of-Oz-Blu-ray-Review/6366/) [surprising]

• The Wizard of Oz will be available for instant streaming on Netflix (http://www.netflix.com/wizardofoz/streamingEvent.html) to everyone– even non-member! But there's a catch, so check out the link.

Hope this helps!

[jebhoops23]

I actually picked this up at my local Wal-Mart yesterday. I live in the Dallas area. It was only $19.95

[Burchamj]

If u look at the ad at target.com and click the picture on the ad it says ultimate collectors edition. But still has the target image on it.

[neoz]

Got BB to price the Targets price. Paid $37.09 after taxes.

[iNCREDiPiNOY]

Got BB to price the Targets price. Paid $37.09 after taxes.
Which version did you bought?

[neoz]

Which version did you bought?

I picked up the Blu-Ray version

[iNCREDiPiNOY]

I mean there are 2 Blu-ray versions of WOO, one is regular UCE and the other is UCE BB exclusive.

[neoz]

I mean there are 2 Blu-ray versions of WOO, one is regular UCE and the other is UCE BB exclusive.

I got the regular Blu-Ray UCE, I didn't even notice if there were any BB UCE's at the BB I was at. I was just happy to get it for the price I paid :) it's ashame would have liked those post cards though.

[shadowrage]

If u look at the ad at target.com and click the picture on the ad it says ultimate collectors edition. But still has the target image on it.
That's what I printed out to get the UCE at BB. Now I need to return the emerald edition.

[Penguin1084]

the amazon versions are also individually numbered.

[DestroVega]

wow man, this is bullshit.

I never make out on these mistakes, or price-matches.

I go to Best Buy today, try to get the price match, and they won't do it.

The guy says that they don't carry that product, just the big box set and since it isn't the same thing, they can't match it.

Which, is right... they really shouldn't be.

But everyone here has had no problem and I'm the only one it seems to be denied.

sucks.

[Sad Turtle]

I bought the movie at target for $34.99, but after people said they price matched it at best buy I thought I would try it, and sure enough I got the UCE edition for $34.99!!! sweet deal thanks guys

[DestroVega]

^ugh... keep rubbing it in.

[Sad Turtle]

^ugh... keep rubbing it in.

sorry man i wish you got it. try another best buy and tell them target has it on sale and have them call and when mine called they told them the wizards of oz on blu ray was 34.99 so they matched it.

[Fatbot3]

^ugh... keep rubbing it in.

Yeah, dude. My BB is great about price matching but almost never has a good clearance. Either way, you aren't missing much unless you want that goofy watch.

That said, THANKS CAGERS, got the UCE for 36 bucks!

[DestroVega]

sorry man i wish you got it. try another best buy and tell them target has it on sale and have them call and when mine called they told them the wizards of oz on blu ray was 34.99 so they matched it.

but they know that it's a totally different item. One is the Blu Ray, Best Buy is selling a gift-set, collector's set, whatever you wanna call it. I might be able to get someone to do it but I don't even know if I care to drive around trying.

[Sad Turtle]

but they know that it's a totally different item. One is the Blu Ray, Best Buy is selling a gift-set, collector's set, whatever you wanna call it. I might be able to get someone to do it but I don't even know if I care to drive around trying.

ya i know its different but you just have to get lucky man i tried and got it

[Fatbot3]

I gotta say this is the best special edition I have ever seen for Blu-Ray. The marketing guide is unbelievable, the box and book are incredibly well designed and made. The only thing needless and cheesy is the watch.

It's easily worth 50 bucks IF you like learning alot ABOUT movies rather than just watching them.

[mlisette23]

wow man, this is bullshit.

I never make out on these mistakes, or price-matches.

I go to Best Buy today, try to get the price match, and they won't do it.

The guy says that they don't carry that product, just the big box set and since it isn't the same thing, they can't match it.

Which, is right... they really shouldn't be.

But everyone here has had no problem and I'm the only one it seems to be denied.

sucks.

It didn't work for me either, it really is all about luck b/c when I got there it was a new cashier and the manager was right there so they definitely checked to make sure it was the same thing.

[guyver2077]

I haven't seen any of this information posted yet:

• The Wizard of Oz Blu-Ray Buying Guide (http://www.blu-ray.com/news/?id=3480)

• The Wizard of Oz Blu-Ray Review (http://www.blu-ray.com/movies/The-Wizard-of-Oz-Blu-ray-Review/6366/) [surprising]

• The Wizard of Oz will be available for instant streaming on Netflix (http://www.netflix.com/wizardofoz/streamingEvent.html) to everyone– even non-member! But there's a catch, so check out the link.

Hope this helps!


good info. thx

I netflixed it today. I wasnt expecting 4:3 format though. (i know, i know)

[DestroVega]

good info. thx

I netflixed it today. I wasnt expecting 4:3 format though. (i know, i know)

that's the only knock i have on this movie at all... not fully widescreen.

oh well.

[Sad Turtle]

It didn't work for me either, it really is all about luck b/c when I got there it was a new cashier and the manager was right there so they definitely checked to make sure it was the same thing.

the cashier called they told him it was $34.99 and they still needed a manager for override. the manager came over and said "price match, wow thats a good price." so it took 3 idiots one guy at target, one cashier and one manager.

[sunnysky]

I got lucky as well with the BB/Target Price match.
Combined with my $15 in rewards certificates, I paid 19.99 +tax.
I went to a store that I know as having clerks with a "whatever" attitude. Sure enough, she didn't even bother asking a manager.

[Demolition Man]

that's the only knock i have on this movie at all... not fully widescreen.

oh well.

Because it predates the use of widescreen. That is why its not in widescreen and never should be in widescreen because its not meant to be in widescreen.

[AdvOfJet]

that's the only knock i have on this movie at all... not fully widescreen.

oh well.

How can you knock a film that was made in 1938 (when ALL movies were shot in 4:3) for being displayed in 4:3? What do you want them to do ... stretch the film to the sides so that everyone looks like a munchkin?

[DestroVega]

Because it predates the use of widescreen. That is why its not in widescreen and never should be in widescreen because its not meant to be in widescreen.

How can you knock a film that was made in 1938 (when ALL movies were shot in 4:3) for being displayed in 4:3? What do you want them to do ... stretch the film to the sides so that everyone looks like a munchkin?

No fellas... I know the reason why, but I'm simply saying I *wish* it were in widescreen. I think this movie is one of the greatest film achievements of all-time.

[xbox_mole]

Okay went to Target today and of course they were out of The Wizard of Oz. I asked an employee if they had any more and I was greeted with the usual attitude of "All we have is out." I then asked for a raincheck and was told by him and the department manager that Target does not issue ANY rainchecks for ANY product anymore. Wouldn't budge on that.

Preparing a very pointed email to Target as we speak.

[shrike4242]

Okay went to Target today and of course they were out of The Wizard of Oz. I asked an employee if they had any more and I was greeted with the usual attitude of "All we have is out." I then asked for a raincheck and was told by him and the department manager that Target does not issue ANY rainchecks for ANY product anymore. Wouldn't budge on that.

Preparing a very pointed email to Target as we speak.Since it was w weekly sale item, they're supposed to do rainchecks on it without any issue.

It's the temporary price cuts/drops that won't be raincheckable.

I'd suggest going back to Target and trying again to get a raincheck, since they are supposed to provide them on sale items.

I picked one up on Thursday without any issue at all for the copies they didn't have. From what I've been seeing, I think this version is the one I want, since I can live without the digital copy plus the collector's extras.

If Amazon gets this version in cheaper than $34.99 before 45 days, I'll pick it up there, otherwise, I'll get it at Target before the raincheck expires.

[Demolition Man]

No fellas... I know the reason why, but I'm simply saying I *wish* it were in widescreen. I think this movie is one of the greatest film achievements of all-time.

I won't argue with you on that. Wizard Of Oz would have been amazing if they could of done it in 2.35:1. Sadly the tech wasn't there to do it back then but regardless you are correct on it being one of the greatest film achievements. Regardless of aspect ratio that can't be taken away.

[lilboo]

When a movie this old gets turned into blu ray.....what does it look and sound like? :-s I understand the 4:3, but what about the picture quality and sound?

[Demolition Man]

When a movie this old gets turned into blu ray.....what does it look and sound like? :-s I understand the 4:3, but what about the picture quality and sound?

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Michael_S._Palmer/Film_Restoration/Warner_Home_Video/MGM/Off_To_See_The_Wizards:_HDD_Gets_An_In_Depth_Look_ at_the_Restoration_of_The_Wizard_of_Oz/3397

That will explain a bit about the behind the scenes of the restoration for this Blu-Ray release of Wizard Of Oz.

[Fatbot3]

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Michael_S._Palmer/Film_Restoration/Warner_Home_Video/MGM/Off_To_See_The_Wizards:_HDD_Gets_An_In_Depth_Look_ at_the_Restoration_of_The_Wizard_of_Oz/3397

That will explain a bit about the behind the scenes of the restoration for this Blu-Ray release of Wizard Of Oz.

Watched it this evening, absolutely unbelievable.

The only bummer is that when you get these fantastic reference versions of the film it makes the dozens of hours of extras in SD harder to watch.

I know that sounds elitist but honestly I have an old 720p and the difference has become so significant that I really enjoy totally HD discs now.

[xbox_mole]

Since it was w weekly sale item, they're supposed to do rainchecks on it without any issue.

It's the temporary price cuts/drops that won't be raincheckable.

I'd suggest going back to Target and trying again to get a raincheck, since they are supposed to provide them on sale items.

I picked one up on Thursday without any issue at all for the copies they didn't have. From what I've been seeing, I think this version is the one I want, since I can live without the digital copy plus the collector's extras.

If Amazon gets this version in cheaper than $34.99 before 45 days, I'll pick it up there, otherwise, I'll get it at Target before the raincheck expires.

Well I got a canned response back in email and I couldn't make it back to Target today to try to get another rain-check. Oh well, if Target doesn't want my money that bad, then I don't need the movie that bad then either. I have a feeling the "limited" sets will still be around for a while, and might see a price drop.

[venturin]

In case anyone was still on the lookout for a deal on this one,

Best Buy has the Blu Ray Ultimate Collectors Edition (the big box) at the 30% off price of $44.95 this week.

I watched it tonight and wow. For a 70 year old movie, it's looking good!

I noticed things I've never noticed before, like when they first meet the lion and Judy Garland is helping to wipe his tears, she almost cracks up, I could see her trying not to laugh, and then she is able to keep going in the scene.

[jacknicklson]

Amazon has it for $45 as well

[iluvmywife]

Thanks to everyone who has posted info about the different sets. I love the movie but the price is too much in this economy IMO.

I want the Target "3-disc Emerald Edition" or better for under $20.

Hopefully sometime middle or late next year we will see it for under $20. I can wait until then. Who knows, maybe there will be a nice BF deal this year.

[shrike4242]

Well I got a canned response back in email and I couldn't make it back to Target today to try to get another rain-check. Oh well, if Target doesn't want my money that bad, then I don't need the movie that bad then either. I have a feeling the "limited" sets will still be around for a while, and might see a price drop.Glad someone bumped this thread back up again.

I had to check my raincheck for Wizard Of Oz, and it's still good until 11/16/09. Guess I have a couple more weeks to go pick it up.

[DestroVega]

Thanks to everyone who has posted info about the different sets. I love the movie but the price is too much in this economy IMO.

I want the Target "3-disc Emerald Edition" or better for under $20.

Hopefully sometime middle or late next year we will see it for under $20. I can wait until then. Who knows, maybe there will be a nice BF deal this year.

with that logic, isn't everything too expensive in this economy?


I looked for this at Target, don't see any copies anywhere.

[PotatoGuy]

i'm not going to dig through 4 pages but I picked up the movie at wal mart for 20 bucks. it is essentialy the first disk the in ultimate edition and has deleted scenes and a few other extras. good enough for me.

[Techsticles]

Thanks to everyone who has posted info about the different sets. I love the movie but the price is too much in this economy IMO.

I want the Target "3-disc Emerald Edition" or better for under $20.

Hopefully sometime middle or late next year we will see it for under $20. I can wait until then. Who knows, maybe there will be a nice BF deal this year.
There's always the UK and Australian Blu-Ray "Wizard of Oz: Sing-a-long Edition" which are 3 discs and cost about $28-$32 from Amazon UK after shipping. Unfortunately the artwork is beyond shitty.