Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton to Produce Modern Twist on Wizard of Oz for Amazon Prime
Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton are set to produce a new Wizard of Oz remake, although they are not confirmed to star in the film. Stefani's limited acting experience suggests she may focus on her role as a non-writing executive producer. Shelton has mainly done voiceover work in the past, with a few on-camera roles, including a part in Reba McEntire's comedy Malibu Country. The couple was inspired by the character of Dorothy and aims to bring a fresh perspective to the classic story.
The upcoming series will use the iconic Yellow Brick Road as a metaphor for the challenges and choices faced by young adults today. It is hinted that the show may incorporate elements from L. Frank Baum's other Oz books, of which he wrote 14. While no casting details have been revealed yet, the show's development is in progress, and the debut on Amazon Prime is still unknown.
In the meantime, Shelton is keeping busy with various projects, including executive producing a CBS singing reality show called The Road and being part of the production team for the USA show Barmageddon. He is also known for his role as a coach on NBC's The Voice. The couple's involvement in the Wizard of Oz remake adds an exciting twist to the classic tale, and fans are eager to see how their vision unfolds on screen.