Title 

Return to Oz Original BETA Release

 Printing Date 

December 1985

Country 

United States

 Details 

The Original Release had wonderful artwork as well as a great marketing on the back cover.  However this title was only available to rental stores and not the general public.

 Description 

First issue of BETA, which Retailed at 79.95.  Had disclaimer sticker on from which reads " Portions of this material not suitable for small children.  Parental discretion is advised"

 Synopsis 

If you loved the Wizard of Oz, You'll love accompanying Dorothy on this second thrilling adventure based on L. Frank Baum's "Oz" books.  Dorothy finds herself back in the land of her dreams...and makes delightful new friends (like Tik Tok, Jack Pumpkinhead and the Gump) and dangerous new enemies (the creepy Wheelers, the head-hunting Princess Mombi and the evil Nome King).  With every twist in the yellow brick road, you will find awesome new surprises and special effects that will astound you.

 Comments 

This title is identical to the original VHS release only it is in BETA formant.  Back in the 80' video were release on BETA and VHS to see which system would prevail, the BETA run of this title did not last very long as VHS boomed the video industry.

 Credits 

Walt Disney Home Video

 Related Items 

Original VHS Release

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