What is the relation between The Wizard of Oz and Christmas?

There is no connection between the Wizard of Oz and Christmas. Others have suggested that the connection might be that in the days before video tapes, DVDs, and streaming, that The Wonderful Wizard of Oz was broadcast during the Christmas season. read more

Between 1956 and 1965, the Wizard of Oz showings were rare exceptions to the black and white program schedule at CBS. During this period, CBS had the ability to broadcast programs in color, but generally chose not to do so unless a sponsor paid for a film or program to be shown in color. read more