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The Slippers

The Whirlwind Adventure of Hollywood's Most Famous Shoes

2016•1h 30m
Documentary

THE SLIPPERS pulls back the Wizard’s curtain on the unbelievable story and cultural impact of Dorothy's Ruby Slippers from The Wizard of Oz.  Through first-hand accounts and archival interviews, THE SLIPPERS will detail the life of the Ruby Slippers after their sale at the famed 1970 MGM auction. Discovered by costumer Kent Warner, it is unclear how many pairs were found and how many pairs exist. That mystery has only helped to propel the shoes to the forefront of the Hollywood memorabilia market. They have been bought, stolen, and coveted by many. They are considered the most important piece of Hollywood memorabilia and the catalyst for the creation of Hollywood memorabilia collecting.

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Production

Tricon Films & Television

Language

EN

Status

Released

Release Date

Cast

John Fricke

Himself

Rhys Thomas

Debbie Reynolds

Debbie Reynolds

Todd Fisher

John Henson

John Henson

Dwight Blocker Bowers

Joe Maddalena

Marc Wannamaker

Glenn Brown

John Arsenault

Michael Shaw

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