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'The Wizard of Oz' Inspired a Completely Unexpected Show
MovieWebStory by Luke Macy
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The unexpected connection between 'The Wizard of Oz' and the hit show 'Ted Lasso' is finally confirmed by an insider.
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- Actor Nick Mohammed, who plays Nate on 'Ted Lasso', reveals the show's creators intentionally drew inspiration from the classic film 'The Wizard of Oz'.
- According to Mohammed, the 'Ted Lasso' team saw parallels between the protagonist's journey in the show and Dorothy's quest in 'The Wizard of Oz', making it a key thematic influence.
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Nick Mohammed, Ted Lasso, The Wizard of Oz, Ted Lasso