Overview

• Sphere Entertainment, Google DeepMind, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Magnopus are collaborating to reimagine 'The Wizard of Oz' for the 160,000-square-foot Las Vegas Sphere screen.
• Advanced AI tools like Imagen, Veo, and Gemini are being used to upscale 1939 film footage and expand scenes with super resolution and AI outpainting techniques.
• The project preserves the authenticity of the original film by exclusively utilizing archival materials, including celluloid negatives, production designs, and scores, without adding new dialogue or music.
• The adaptation overcomes significant technical challenges, transforming the original 35mm Technicolor film into ultra-high definition visuals for the Sphere's 16K LED display.
• Set to premiere on August 28, 2025, the immersive event aims to honor the legacy of the beloved classic while showcasing groundbreaking AI-driven cinematic innovation.